Smithville Lake is the Kansas City metro's favorite fishing lake. Just 30 minutes north of downtown KC, it offers good bass, crappie, walleye, and catfish in a convenient location.

Nearest towns: Smithville, Kansas City, Kearney

FAQ

How many boat ramps are on Smithville Lake?

RampSeeker lists 18 boat ramps on Smithville Lake.

What fish are in Smithville Lake?

Smithville Lake supports Largemouth Bass, Crappie, Walleye, Catfish.

How big is Smithville Lake?

Smithville Lake covers 7,200 acres with 115 miles of shoreline and max depth of 80 feet.

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