Best Kept Secret in Northwest Missouri

Lake Viking is a private 630-acre man-made lake with excellent fishing, lots of wildlife, water skiing, boating, and swimming. It’s a great place to live!

630 Acres of Clean, Clear Water

An “Ozark-type lake,” Lake Viking is surrounded by hills and many natural lake fingers or coves. The lake ranges to a depth of over 70 feet.

Over 19 Miles of Maintained Shore Line

The entire Lake Viking community encompassess over 2,300 acres of hilly, tree-covered land.

Owned Entirely by Private Property Owners

Real Estate at Lake Viking is a “traditional market” where private owners offer their property for sale to prospective buyers, with or without the involvement of real estate brokers.

Conveniently Located in Rural Countryside

It’s a great place to live! Lake Viking is just an hour northeast of Kansas City (or an hour east of St. Joseph on U.S. Highway 36, then turn north) on I-35 to Exit #68.

Lake Viking ... lake living the better way!

All property owners are part of the Viking Valley Association and pay membership dues & assessments based on the number of lots owned. Dues are set by the Covenants and Restrictions, with assessments approved annually by the membership.

Viking Valley Association

Mission Statement:

Lake Viking is a private lake aspiring to preserve our community and environment for future generations.

Death: Henry Edsel Ford [1928-2020]

Nov 25, 2020

Henry Edsel Ford, 92, entered peacefully into rest on Nov. 4, 2020. He was born in Kansas City, MO, on Oct. 22, 1928, to Fred James and Lenore (Beem) Ford. He grew up in Winterset, IA, and graduated from Winterset High School in 1947. He enlisted in the Air Force in...

Death: Wilton Adkins [1933-2020]

Nov 25, 2020

Wilton Hugh Adkins, 87, Savannah, passed away Oct. 18, 2020, surrounded by family. Wilton was born Jan. 13, 1933, in Savannah to the late Merle Columbus and Crystal Ann (Schweizer) Adkins. He graduated from Rosendale High School in 1951 and was active in FFA, State...

Death: Jimmy Jordan [1956-2020]

Nov 25, 2020

Jimmy Jordan, 63, Gallatin, passed away Sept. 23, 2020, at his home. Jimmy was born Sept. 28, 1956, the son of James P. and Darlene (Davis) Jordan in Kansas City, KS.  He grew up in Kansas City and made his roots there, however the family moved several times across...

Death: Billy Joe Latimer [1948-2020]

Nov 25, 2020

Billy Joe Latimer, 72, Cameron, passed away Nov. 2, 2020. Bill was born Jan. 21, 1948, in Niangua, MO, to Howard and Iris (Forgey) Latimer. He graduated from Penney High School, class of 1966. Bill was a Union Representative for the UAW Local 31, until his retirement....

Lake Viking quilters donate to local schools

Nov 25, 2020

Like everyone else, the Lake Viking Quilters’ routine was interrupted by COVID-19 hassles and restrictions. When the Lake Viking Clubhouse was closed in late March, the girls temporarily lost a meeting place. They met for a while after the clubhouse was open again but...