Fishing and swimming draw campers to Ruark Bluff East, an Army Corps of Engineers site set along Stockton Lake in Greenfield, Missouri. Sites accommodate RVs up to 80 feet with electric and water hookups, and a dump station is on-site. Access can be rough, so drivers with larger rigs should plan accordingly. Volunteers manage the grounds, and reviewers note consistently clean sites and facilities. Fall visits are worth considering, as the forested, lakeside setting takes on a different character that time of year. Ruark Bluff West sits just 0.3 miles northwest for campers who want a nearby alternative. The campground works well for anglers and families who want full hookups close to the water, with places to camp near Greenfield rounding out options in the region.
Description
Overview
Ruark Bluff East Campground is a shady campground located on Stockton Lake in the scenic Ozark Mountains of southwestern Missouri. The lake and surrounding landscape offer countless recreational opportunities along its nearly 300 miles of shoreline, providing visitors with many ways to explore one of the most sought-after natural areas in the state.
Recreation
Boating is always a popular pastime at the lake. Sail boating is especially popular and the lake hosts several races each year. The facility provides a boat ramp for easy access to the water. The waters of Stockton Lake are home to several species of fish including small and largemouth bass, crappie, white bass, walleye, catfish and sunfish, making it an ideal area for anglers. Several trails wind around the lake shore and through the landscape. The Stockton Lake Equestrian Trail continues approximately 15 miles between Hawker Point and Orleans Trail Campgrounds.
Facilities
Ruark Bluff East offers 91 campsites, two shower houses, a dump station, an accessible fishing dock and picnic area. Families also enjoy using the facility's swimming beach and playground. A boat ramp and beach are conveniently located just outside the entrance to Ruark Bluff East and West parks.
Natural Features
The land surrounding the lake contains hundreds of acres of native prairie grasses, rolling hills and thick forests that turn crimson in autumn. An abundance of wildlife lives both in and around the water, including wild turkey, great blue heron, deer and bald eagles. Visitors can learn about the lake's bald eagles by attending an annual eagle-watching event during the winter.
Nearby Attractions
Several full service marinas are located around the lake, offering groceries, gas, tackle and more.
Charges & Cancellations
There is a $10 cancellation fee for all reservations. A $10 fee is also applied when changing reservation dates. If you would like to modify your reservation during the original dates, you can do so for no additional fee.
Fee Info
Campsite reservations may be made online at recreation.gov or over the phone at 1-877-444-6777 by credit or debit card. Cash and card are accepted at the park attendant booth for walk-in reservations.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsRuark Bluff East is located in Missouri near Greenfield
Directions
From Greenfield, Missouri, take State Highway H. north for 6.4 miles and turn right onto the park access road. Follow signs into the park area.
Address
802 Route H.
Greenfield, MO 65661
Coordinates
37.5222222 N
93.8052778 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/20/26- VerizonNo Coverage
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/20/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 1 min from Springfield, MO
- 1 hr 20 min from Joplin, MO
- 2 hrs 23 min from Fayetteville, AR
- 2 hrs 33 min from Jefferson City, MO
