Osage Bluff

Harry S. Truman Lake

Osage Bluff Park sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.

Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, swimming and boating.

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This campground offers 25 sites with 50-amp electric and water, 7 sites with 50 amp electric, 24 sites with 30-amp electric hookups, along with 4 nonelectric sites. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities, a dump station, playground, marina and boat ramp.

Notifications and Alerts

Campers, after 14 days camping on one campsite, must vacate the campground for a minimum of 24 hours. This includes all belongings.

Campers must have a working mode of transportation available.

Need to Know

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Help stop the spread of the invasive zebra mussel by draining all water from equipment and discarding live bait before leaving the park
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.
Campers must have permit before camping. Available at park booth. *There is a limit of 1 wheeled camper and 2 tents or 3 tents per camp pad.* All equipment must fit on the site pad. Vehicles park in developed areas only. This park requires a 3 night minimum stay on holiday weekends and 2 night minimum stay on weekends.*

Natural Features

Harry S Truman Reservoir lies among the rolling hills and rocky bluffs of the Ozark Plateau. Mature hardwoods of Oak and Hickory with cedar trees mixed in cover the area.

Wildlife such as whitetail deer, turkey, hawks, ospreys, eagles, and many different water birds can be found in and around the park.

An abundance of fish such as crappie, bass, walleye, paddlefish, blue and channel catfish can also be found in Harry S Truman Reservoir. Approximately 8,800 acres of standing timber were left in the lake to provide quality aquatic habitat.

Nearby Attractions

The 950 miles of shoreline around Truman Lake provide plentiful opportunities for fun in the outdoors. Many parks surround the lake, including Harry S. Truman State Park.

The Harry S. Truman Visitor Center sits atop Kaysinger Bluff and provides a spectacular view of the dam and reservoir. Exhibits provide information about the rich history of the Osage River Valley from pre-civilization to modern day. Waterfowl, bald eagles and turkey vultures are commonly seen from the observation deck.

Osage Bluff Marina

Recreation

Osage Bluff is an excellent fishing location. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.

Osage Bluff Marina is located next to the park, offering convenient boat services for guests.

Contact Information

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17671 Osage Bluff Rd. WARSAW MO 65355-9603

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 660-438-3873

Rental Options

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Driving Directions

From Highway 83, travel about a mile on Osage Bluff Road. Follow signs into park.

Available Campsites

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