Established Camping
COE Harry S Truman Reservoir Bucksaw Campground
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
CREDIT/DEBIT CARD PAYMENT ONLY FOR ALL HARRY S. TRUMAN LAKE RESERVATIONS
PLEASE BE AWARE that Bucksaw B loop will close on October 1 for site maintenance and installation of a new playground. This work is expected to take approximately a month, depending on weather and other factors. Please make plans accordingly to move to Bucksaw A or C loop or a different campground during this time during our fall shoulder season. Thank you.
COE Harry S Truman Reservoir Bucksaw Campground is located near Clinton, MO, and offers a setting with rolling hills and forested areas. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 30s in winter to the 90s in summer. Nearby attractions include Harry S. Truman State Park and the expansive waters of Harry S. Truman Lake, ideal for fishing and boating activities.
Description
Overview
Bucksaw Campground sits on the Grand River Arm of the Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri. The campground is an excellent destination for all types of water recreation. Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour.
Recreation
Popular activities in the area include wildlife viewing, fishing, hunting, swimming, hiking and boating. For an enjoyable short hike, be sure to check out the mile long hiking trail located across the road from the A & B loop's showerhouse. For more information about this trail upon your arrival, please see the booth attendant.Bucksaw is an excellent fishing location. Anglers find crappie, largemouth bass and blue and flathead catfish. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.Bucksaw Point Marina is also located next to the park.
Facilities
This large campground offers 146 campsites total. 45 sites are 30-amp; 70 sites are 50-amp with water; 14 sites are 50-amp with water and sewage; and 17 sites are primitive. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities and a dump station. A boat ramp, playground and swimming beach offer additional recreational opportunities.
Natural Features
Bucksaw is located on a peninsula with primarily flat terrain and excellent lake views. Campsites are well-shaded, while expansive grassy areas are spread throughout the campground. 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
Location
COE Harry S Truman Reservoir Bucksaw Campground is located in Missouri
Directions
From Highway 7, take Highway U south for 3 miles. Turn left at SE 803. Stay on the paved road and follow signs into the campground.
Address
673 SE 803 Rd.
Clinton, MO 64735
Coordinates
38.26 N
93.6055556 W
Detours Nearby
Berry Bend - Harry S. Truman Lake
30 min away
Osage Bluff
40 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 29 min from Kansas City
- 1 hr 32 min from Springfield
- 1 hr 52 min from Jefferson City
- 1 hr 52 min from Columbia
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 user- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
