Grand Pass Conservation Area

Free camping! We camped on the western most campsite, snugged up in the northeast corner of the parking lot by the woods. I wish there were more grassy areas to camp on, as the lot is huge, they could easily shrink the lot by 30% and make more room for tent camping. However, free is free. It was peaceful, quiet, and relaxing. Great stargazing. Bring bug spray, as there were a lot of flies, though not many mosquitoes. The huge bonus is the amount of birds! We camped by the woods, and were treated to wonderful birdsongs all day, especially in the morning and evening. The campsite is a short walk to the river (maybe 300 yards). It was great to go sit by the river and take it all in. The Missouri River is so gorgeous and awe-inspiring. I wish Missourians would appreciate the river more, and be cognizant of litter. There is so much plastic waste along the shore. I can only imagine how much is in the river as it rushes by.

Nice conservation area for bird watching outside of waterfowl season

My first time there to bird watch. With multiple types of habitat there is a good variety of birds. I hope to go back in a week or two as the songbirds will be in full migration then

Too many crops, not enough wetlands, but still an enjoyable place to drive around and look at wildlife. Can always walk to the river easily in multiple spots.

Had a great hunt here. Well managed wetland and a ton of birds using the area.