Wakesurf Spot · Missouri
Hemitite Lake
A 220-acre reservoir in St. Francois County, Missouri — large enough for wake boating where local rules allow.
Hemitite Lake sits in St. Francois County, Missouri that covers about 220 acres. It is on the smaller side, so usable wake-boat water depends heavily on local rules and traffic.
No public access point is listed, so confirm how (and whether) you can legally launch.
Hemitite Lake appears here on the strength of its size and public access, not any reputation for surfing. Wake-boat regulation varies by state and by individual lake, so verify the Missouri rules and the local ordinance first.
Source: Missouri Department of Conservation. Specifications reflect published figures and can change by model year — verify before purchase.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hemitite Lake is a warm-weather wakesurf spot — plan around local water and air temperatures, and ride early for the calmest water.
Hemitite Lake covers roughly 220 acres, giving it room for a wake-boat setup when conditions cooperate. Public access varies — confirm a launch before you go. Missouri sets statewide wakesurf rules, and individual lakes often add no-wake zones, hours, or horsepower limits — check the Missouri rules page and the local ordinance before launching. Missouri: No wake-surf-specific rule. Always confirm the current local rules before launching.