Forest Service is a public boat ramp on Big Piney River in Fort Leonard Wood, MO. It's about 74 miles from Springfield, MO, as the crow flies. Closest alternative: Six Crossing in Fort Leonard Wood (under 1 mile).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Fort Leonard Wood, MO |
| Water | Big Piney River |
| Surface | unpaved |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Official public water access in Missouri, including Forest Service: Missouri Department of Conservation (accesses); Missouri State Highway Patrol Water Patrol Division (boating rules).
Forest Service is one of 16 public launches on Big Piney River. Boat ramps on Big Piney River
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Forest Service is in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Open the map link to see where Forest Service sits on the shore.
It gives you access to Big Piney River.
Our data does not say whether Forest Service charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at Forest Service clear for trailers. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Ross Access Canoe Launch in Fort Leonard Wood, about 2.8 miles away.
Six Crossing in Fort Leonard Wood (under 1 mile), MDOT in Fort Leonard Wood (2.4 miles) and Ross Access Canoe Launch in Fort Leonard Wood (2.8 miles).
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