Bluff View(Clearwater Lake)

BLUFF VIEW(CLEARWATER LAKE)

Overview

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.

Facilities

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.

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.

Nearby Attractions

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.

Important Notices

Campsites are first come, first served outside of peak season
Site occupancy is limited to two camping units. One wheeled unit and one tent. Or the site may have two tents. Maximum of 10 people per site.
Firewood restrictions are in effect to prevent the spread of invasive insects and disease; Click here for more information
Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Running of generators is prohibited between the hours of 10p.m. and 6a.m.
Operation of ATV's, UTV's and golf carts is prohibited within the developed recreation areas.

Available Activities

SWIMMING SITE - Swimming
FISHING - Fishing
CAMPING - Camping
BOATING - Boating

Directions

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.

Contact Information

Phone: 573-223-7777 (CLEARWATER PROJECT OFFICE) 573-223-4459 (BLUFF VIEW GATEHOUSE)

93 Hwy AA
PIEDMONT, MO 63957

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