This was an especially fun one for me. I practically grew up at Bennett. My dad loved trout fishing and taught us three kids. We always camped “on top of the hill.” That opening siren sure brought the memories flooding back. ❤️ My brother now lives not too far from there, in Lebanon, and goes there often to photograph the eagles.
The highlight of my childhood was going to Bennett Springs! At the time we only had "on top of the hill" camping. I remember one side was for the tents the other for the campers the RVs as they were in the early/mid 60s. I don't know what time the whistle goes off now, but Dad said back then it was 6:00. Lebanon would be a GREAT place to live. I am glad to see the store front looks the same, also. Ahhhh what sweet memories. I learned one of my GREATEST EVER Faith lessons holding on to my Daddy's hand at Bennett Springs...more on that on my own post.
Bennett springs was founded by my cousins msny years ago... we would have bennett family reunions there as a kid and would enjoy the wonderful watercress to eat. I would get some and provide it to the older ladies who would make watercress salad. Very fresh and delicious. The hatchery is amazing and wadding in the water in the summer with the fish swimming was a treat. To any bennett family, my grandfather was marion Francis bennett.
We are Bennett Spring Campground, located across the road of the state park in between the 2 entrances. You can camp here without all the traffic and still enjoy the trout fishing 🎣.
Wonderful video! We're heading there in April, it will be our first time there and our first trip of the season! Love all the info you give about the fisheries, the park and the campground. Keep up the great work!
Great video. We are fellow Missourians. Never camped there. Did drive threw it earlier this year. Thanks for all the helpful information. Gonna tag along on your adventures to learn more places to camp in south Missouri
Roaring River is awesome as well! We have not brought our RV there because we need to get 50 amp hook-up. However, we love to go hiking and to see the hatchery there.
Just found your channel and have subscribed. We camp at Bennett Spring as much as we can I love to Flyfish for the trout. We have been camping there for the last 20 years. Great Video makes me want pack up and head to Bennett. We live in the Kansas City area.
The highlight of my childhood was going to Bennett Springs, MO. Last time I was there they had "Hillbilly Days". Do they still have those or something similar?? I learned one of my most important faith lessons at Bennett Springs. Daddy and I use to wade in the waters. (A side note: Daddy never used waders he claimed they could fill with water and one could drown). One time he was ready to go wading. He held out his hand for me. I told Daddy, "As long as you hold my hand, I'll go anywhere and do anything!" I had the faith of a child. I KNEW Daddy would keep me safe. I released my Father's hand long ago....He fishes now on heavenly fishing grounds. I do know my heavenly Father now holds my hand. Even when I get up to "neck high water" I need have no fear. My heavenly Father has a secure hold on my hand and will NEVER let me go!
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Love bennett tee last time I was there was 1986 Oct. 5 .5 lbs rainbow a ND afew brown
This was an especially fun one for me. I practically grew up at Bennett. My dad loved trout fishing and taught us three kids. We always camped “on top of the hill.” That opening siren sure brought the memories flooding back. ❤️ My brother now lives not too far from there, in Lebanon, and goes there often to photograph the eagles.
That’s awesome! We love Bennett and I’m glad it brought back some fond memories. Thanks so much for watching and leaving a comment. Happy camping!
The highlight of my childhood was going to Bennett Springs! At the time we only had "on top of the hill" camping. I remember one side was for the tents the other for the campers the RVs as they were in the early/mid 60s. I don't know what time the whistle goes off now, but Dad said back then it was 6:00. Lebanon would be a GREAT place to live. I am glad to see the store front looks the same, also. Ahhhh what sweet memories. I learned one of my GREATEST EVER Faith lessons holding on to my Daddy's hand at Bennett Springs...more on that on my own post.
Bennett springs was founded by my cousins msny years ago... we would have bennett family reunions there as a kid and would enjoy the wonderful watercress to eat. I would get some and provide it to the older ladies who would make watercress salad. Very fresh and delicious. The hatchery is amazing and wadding in the water in the summer with the fish swimming was a treat. To any bennett family, my grandfather was marion Francis bennett.
So cool! What an incredible family history. I'm thankful that the area is able to be shared with others. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
We are Bennett Spring Campground, located across the road of the state park in between the 2 entrances. You can camp here without all the traffic and still enjoy the trout fishing 🎣.
Wonderful video! We're heading there in April, it will be our first time there and our first trip of the season!
Love all the info you give about the fisheries, the park and the campground. Keep up the great work!
Thanks so much! We love Bennett Spring!
I love biking and hiking @ Bennet Spring SP
It is such a great place to visit for so many reasons. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for sharing
Absolutely! Thank you so much for watching and leaving a comment. 😊
Great video. We are fellow Missourians. Never camped there. Did drive threw it earlier this year. Thanks for all the helpful information. Gonna tag along on your adventures to learn more places to camp in south Missouri
That’s awesome. Thanks so much for following, watching the video, and leaving a comment! Happy camping!
I’ve never camped there. We go to roaring river. Looks nice
Roaring River is awesome as well! We have not brought our RV there because we need to get 50 amp hook-up. However, we love to go hiking and to see the hatchery there.
50 amp is nice in the summer. We stay in Paradise Valley at the end of campground 1. It’s a private campground. You should check it out.
Just found your channel and have subscribed. We camp at Bennett Spring as much as we can I love to Flyfish for the trout. We have been camping there for the last 20 years. Great Video makes me want pack up and head to Bennett. We live in the Kansas City area.
Wonderful! We are thrilled to have you as a subscriber. We love Bennett Spring as well and can’t wait to go back! Happy camping. 😊
The highlight of my childhood was going to Bennett Springs, MO. Last time I was there they had "Hillbilly Days". Do they still have those or something similar?? I learned one of my most important faith lessons at Bennett Springs. Daddy and I use to wade in the waters. (A side note: Daddy never used waders he claimed they could fill with water and one could drown). One time he was ready to go wading. He held out his hand for me. I told Daddy, "As long as you hold my hand, I'll go anywhere and do anything!" I had the faith of a child. I KNEW Daddy would keep me safe. I released my Father's hand long ago....He fishes now on heavenly fishing grounds. I do know my heavenly Father now holds my hand. Even when I get up to "neck high water" I need have no fear. My heavenly Father has a secure hold on my hand and will NEVER let me go!
Beautiful story..thank you for sharing. :)
We are going there this month and we are staying in a cabin and we go every year but it’s our first time staying
We hope you have an awesome time! Thank you for watching the video and leaving a comment. 😊
I'll ve in columbia 😢. I was in the ussa military , USMC FOTR 6 YEÀRS😮😊
Do they allow drones there? Im a licensed pilot 👨✈️ and I wanted to get some awesome footage
Yes, it was clear to fly.
I'll pass. It looks like Walmart fishing.
Ha! True enough. 😊