Established Camping
COE Stockton Lake Ruark Bluff West
COE Stockton Lake Ruark Bluff West is located near Greenfield, Missouri, offering a landscape of rolling hills and wooded areas. The region experiences temperatures ranging from the 30s in winter to the 90s in summer. Campers can explore Stockton Lake for fishing and boating or visit the nearby Stockton State Park for hiking and picnicking.
Description
US Army Corps of Engineers
Stockton Lake
Overview
Ruark Bluff West 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.
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.
Location
COE Stockton Lake Ruark Bluff West is located in Missouri
Directions
From Greenfield, Missouri, take State Highway H. north for 6.4 miles and turn left on the park access road. Follow signs into the park area.
Address
819 Route H.
Greenfield, MO 65661
Coordinates
37.5258333 N
93.8094444 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 1 min from Springfield
- 1 hr 20 min from Joplin
- 2 hrs 23 min from Fayetteville
- 2 hrs 33 min from Jefferson City
