Wakesurf Spot · Missouri
Holden City Lake Nr. Dam
A 380-acre reservoir in Johnson County, Missouri — large enough for wake boating where local rules allow.
Holden City Lake Nr. Dam is a public lake in Johnson County, Missouri that covers about 380 acres. Being a smaller lake, any wake-boat use hinges on the local ordinance and how busy the water is.
No public access point is listed, so confirm how (and whether) you can legally launch. Its typical warm-weather window runs May–September, based on Open-Meteo 2019–2023 daily-high climatology.
This listing is drawn from state lake records — it reflects size and access, not a track record as a wakesurf venue. Missouri sets statewide wake-boat rules, and individual lakes routinely add no-wake zones, hours, or horsepower limits. Check the Missouri rules page and the local ordinance before you launch.
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
The typical warm-weather window at Holden City Lake Nr. Dam runs May–September, based on Open-Meteo 2019–2023 daily-high climatology. Mornings are usually calmest.
Holden City Lake Nr. Dam covers roughly 380 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.