Lone Jack Conservation Area | fishing area, lake, nature conservation park / area

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Lone Jack Lake Conservation Area is in southeastern Jackson County. The area is located in a region rich in Civil War history with The Battle of Lone Jack being fought August 16, 1862 within the city limits of Lone Jack.

The Conservation Department purchased this 295-acre tract in 1983 in 1985 a dam was constructed in and now impounds 35 acres of water. Fingerling largemouth bass, bluegill and channel catfish were stocked and the lake. Special features around the lake include a concrete boat launching ramp, two fishing jetties, one of which is designed for use by persons who are physically disabled. Both the entrance road and the major parking lot are paved with asphalt.

The area consists of 125 acres of forested land, 65 acres of grassland, 35 acres of cropland and 35 acres of old fields and brush. Woodlands, crop fields, and native grasses are managed to provide year-round food and cover for a variety of game and non-game wildlife species.



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