Bluff View
Bluff View Campground on Clearwater Lake greets visitors with excellent camping, fishing, swimming, boating and picnicking opportunities. Local wildlife includes wetland waterfowl, fox, deer, turkey, and geese. Bald eagles nest at Clearwater, and remain in the area year-round.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 50 |
| Standard, no hookups | 8 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
| Host/management | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 120 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
59 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1 | A | Group Shelter Electric | Back-in | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 40 / 9 | Yes | ||
| A01 | A | Electric | Back-in | 75 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A02 | A | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A03 | A | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A04 | A | Electric | Back-in | 54 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A05 | A | Electric | Back-in | 70 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A06 | A | Electric | Back-in | 33 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A07 | A | Electric | Back-in | 54 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A08 | A | Electric | Back-in | 63 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A09 | A | Electric | Back-in | 70 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 6:00 AM, checkout 10:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 120 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site C15 is listed accessible |
Bluff View Campground offers 60 sites, including many with electric and water hookups. Additional amenities include a dump station, hot showers, boat ramp, playground, interpretive trail, public phones and a swimming area.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
The campground is located 7 miles northwest of Piedmont, MO. From Piedmont on Highway 49, go 1 mile to Highway AA and turn left. Drive 6 miles on Highway AA, and the road will end in Bluff View Park.
| Nearest town | Piedmont, Missouri |
| Coordinates | 37.1819° N, 90.7894° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 16.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Alley Spring Store ↗ | 36 mi |
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Worth a stop
In the area, campers enjoy visiting traditional drive-in movie theaters, the Sam A. Baker State Park, local golf courses, and the historic Civil War site at Fort Benton.
- 0.1 miBluff View Marina ↗Boat launch
- 2.5 miWebb Creek Marina ↗Boat launch
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Mark Twain National Forest.
- inMark Twain National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,069,958 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Civil War Fortification at BarnesvilleStructure · Ellington · 11.2 mi
- Fort BentonStructure · Patterson · 13 mi
Natural features
The lake, surrounded by the picturesque hills of the Ozarks, is fed by the Black River. Average temperatures range from 33 to 59 degrees Fahrenheit in March, and 65 to 92 degrees in summer.
Recreation
A trailhead for the Bluff View Nature Trail begins at the campground. This is a wonderful loop trail to look for wildlife among a mix of towering hardwood trees.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Bluff View?
Sites at Bluff View are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Bluff View?
Check-in 6:00 AM, checkout 10:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Bluff View have?
62 sites, including 50 standard sites with power, 8 standard sites without power, and 1 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Bluff View?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Bluff View have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Bluff View?
Additional amenities include a dump station, hot showers, boat ramp, playground, interpretive trail, public phones and a swimming area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Bluff View?
Yes, pets are allowed at Bluff View. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Bluff View?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Bluff View?
Site C15 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Bluff View?
A trailhead for the Bluff View Nature Trail begins at the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Bluff View?
Piedmont, Missouri. In the area, campers enjoy visiting traditional drive-in movie theaters, the Sam A.
Source: Getting there
What if Bluff View is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Webb Creek Park (2.5 mi), Piedmont Park (2.9 mi), and River Road Park (3.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby