Nathan And Olive Boone Homestead Shs Shelters
This is a day-use picnic shelter only. No overnight camping is available at this historic site. The site is open April through October (Wednesday through Sunday) and November through March (Friday through Sunday). Closed on major holidays.
Flash Flood Warning issued June 25 at 5:44PM CDT until June 25 at 11:15PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
At 544 PM CDT, Emergency management reported flash flooding and water rescues in Ash Grove and Ebenezer. Between 2 and 4.5 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches in 30 minutes. Flash flooding is already occurring. HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding. SOURCE...Emergency management reported. IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, low water crossings, streets and underpasses. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Northwestern Springfield, Bolivar, Buffalo, Greenfield, Willard, Ash Grove, Fair Grove, Walnut Grove, Pleasant Hope, Morrisville, Everton, Brookline, Dadeville, Halfway, Halltown, South Greenfield, Aldrich, Sacville, Cave Springs, Brighton, Eudora, Ebenezer, Glidewell, Bois D'arc, Foose, Olive, March, Pennsboro and Stockton Lake. Highway CC is closed from Fair Grove to Highway 13 in northern Greene County. This includes the following low water crossings... Opposum Creek at Bannon Road, Sac River at County Road 1247, Turkey Creek at Highway W, Slagle Creek at 86 Road, Sinking Creek at County Road 181, Clear Creek at Farm Road 87 and Asher Creek at 560 Road.
Flood Watch issued June 25 at 2:46PM CDT until June 26 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Kansas, including the following areas, Bourbon, Cherokee and Crawford and Missouri, including the following areas, Barry, Barton, Benton, Camden, Cedar, Christian, Dade, Dallas, Dent, Douglas, Greene, Hickory, Howell, Jasper, Laclede, Lawrence, Maries, McDonald, Miller, Morgan, Newton, Oregon, Ozark, Phelps, Polk, Pulaski, Shannon, St. Clair, Stone, Taney, Texas, Vernon, Webster and Wright. * WHEN...Through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms will move through the area and bring 2 to 4 inches of rain with localized amounts up to 7 inches. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Nathan and Olive Boone Homestead State Historic Site preserves the 1837 home of Nathan Boone, youngest son of legendary frontiersman Daniel Boone. The site features hiking trails, interpretive programs, and a picnic area with a reservable shelter. The shelter is strictly a day-use facility. No overnight camping is available at this historic site. The shelter measures 22' x 36' and accommodates up to 50 people. It includes six picnic tables, electricity, and two grills. Accessible restrooms with running water are located nearby, along with a drinking fountain. The shelter is located approximately one-quarter mile from the historic Boone home. Reservations can be made 30 days to 12 months in advance online, or by contacting the site directly for shorter-notice reservations. If not reserved, the shelter is available first-come, first-served during operating hours.
Directions
Located at 7850 N. State Highway V, Ash Grove, Missouri, approximately 2 miles north of Ash Grove in Greene County.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (417) 751-3266 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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