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Welcome Guests!
Lake Viking is a private 630-acre man-made lake with excellent fishing, lots of wildlife, water sports, boating, skiing,
swimming and a great place to live. We are just an hour north of Kansas City and 2.5 miles east on Nickel Avenue, or east
of St. Joseph an hour on U.S. Highway 36 then north on I-35 to Exit #68. We have waterfront homes for sale starting at $200,000
up to $500,000 and waterfront lots starting at $30,000 up to $120,000. We have homes off the water starting under $100,000
and lots starting at less than $1,000. As a guest to this site, you may have access to information presented from this home
page. The remainder of this site is exclusively for residents of Lake Viking.
Lake Viking at a glance...
LOCATION: Daviess County, just off Highway 6, 3 miles west of Gallatin, Missouri. Ten miles east of Interstate 35. Easy
access from I-35 and Highways 6, 13 and 69. One hour northeast of Kansas City and one hour east of St. Joseph.
OWNERSHIP: Lake Viking is owned entirely by private property owners. There is no commercial development company.
MEMBERSHIP: All property owners are a part of the Viking Valley Association and pay membership dues and assessments based
on the number of lots owned. Dues are set by the Covenants and Restrictions. Assessments are approved annually by the membership.
MANAGEMENT: It is operated and managed by the Viking Valley Association, which is made up of all members in good standing.
An elected board of directors establishes policy and directs the operation of the community. The association employs a full
time lake manager and staff of clerical, maintenance and security personnel. Policy is controlled by existing covenants, restrictions
and by-laws.
ACRES OF LAND: The entire community encompasses 2,300 acres of hilly, tree-covered land.
ACRES OF WATER: The lake itself is 630 acres of clean, clear water, the center of a large natural watershed. It is referred
to as an "Ozark-type lake," surrounded by hills and many natural lake fingers or coves. The lake ranges to a depth
of over 70 feet.
SHORE LINE: There are 19 miles of maintained shore line, most of which is protected by rock to eliminate erosion.
PRIVATE PROPERTY LOTS: There are approximately 1,800 active lot owners. The market for property is a traditional market
where private owners offer their property for sale to prospective buyers, with or without the involvement of real estate brokers.
HOMES IN THE COMMUNITY: Homes may be built on any private lot in accordance with reasonable covenants, bylaws and building
regulations in effect. In 2000, there were approximately 431 homes in the community. Approximately two-thirds are lived in
year-around, the balance are weekend and vacation residences. Homes range from modest bungalows and cabins to impressive,
expansive, expensive homes. Attractive neighborhood areas are reserved for mobile homes.
COMMUNITY PROPERTY: The association owns and maintains considerable property around the lake for use by its members. Just
inside our main gate is an attractive, large, rustic clubhouse for big and small functions. It is surrounded by a swimming
pool, playground, picnic areas and a large sand beach. Three beach areas include large docks, swim platforms and restrooms.
There are over a dozen "community areas" that touch the water and are equipped with picnic tables and grills. Some
feature boat docks for member use.
CAMPGROUND FACILITIES: Many of our members enjoy their lots through the day and spend their nights in their own camping
units in our two campgrounds. Parking pads, electricity and water are available along with shower and restroom facilities.
HARD-SURFACED ROADS: There are 27 miles of hard-surfaced roads maintained by our own road crew. We provide year-around
maintenance including prompt snow removal.
WATER TREATMENT PLANT: Public Water Supply District No. 3 of Daviess County operates its own certified water treatment
facility with the lake as its water source. This sophisticated system provides ample filtered, good-tasting water for the
entire community. Water is available at every lot.
ELECTRICAL SERVICE: Electricity is provided through traditional metered service by Farmers’ Electric Cooperative.
Electrical service is available at each lot.
FIRE SERVICE: The property is surrounded by a fire hydrant system and fire service is provided by a volunteer fire department
with its own equipment. Gallatin and other community fire departments are quick to offer support.
BOATS AND DOCKS: There is a 24 foot length limit on boats. Members are limited to a total of three watercraft. Docks may
be built on waterfront property.
FISHING: The State of Missouri Department of Conservation manages the fish population along with the Association. Good
fishing abounds with bass, crappie, catfish and walleye. Ten-pound bass, twelve-pound catfish are not uncommon. Walleye were
stocked in the year 2000, size limitations apply.
MARINA: A full service marina is privately owned and operated to serve the Lake Viking community and public. Lake Viking
Marine, Inc., offers new and used boat sales, boat brokerage, new and used dock sales, custom dock building, certified technician
servicing, and dock repair. The marina offers Mercruiser, Volvo, Yamaha, Cobalt, Bennington and additional product lines.
Open year around (closed on Wednesdays) with extended weekend hours.
3,000 FOOT AIRSTRIP: Some of our members fly in for their stay at the lake. A 3,000-foot lighted landing strip is maintained
for their use. Airport lots are available for hangars and aircraft storage. Land vehicles and pedestrians may not use this
area.
COMMERCIAL OPERATION: Lots have been designated for a variety of commercial enterprises to support the lake population.
Currently there is a full-time professional real estate brokerage and a full-service marina for sales, service and storage.
CHURCH: The Lake Viking Church is non-denominational and is located at the east entrance to the lake. Everyone is welcome.
SECURITY: There are patrolmen on call at all times. The patrol car is equipped with a mobile phone.
CEMETERY: Cemetery plots may be purchased at the Association office or from cemetery committee members.
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