My uncle lives in Joplin and fish’s the are a bit. As others had said the grand lake and river systems is a good option. There is some good crappie and bass in the strip pits on the KS side which is called Mined Wildlife Area. Many for the pits have good boat ramps. Stockton is an hour and a half away as well.
Good luck with your move.
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