Ruark Bluff East Campground
Stockton Lake, Missouri
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As of October 2026, Ruark Bluff East Campground is a campground in Missouri with 80 campsites. Ruark Bluff East Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Ruark Bluff East Campground is located at 37.5222° N, 93.8053° W.
- people allowed on 77 of 80 sites
- 10
- people allowed on the largest site
- 80
Ruark Bluff East Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Next Available Dates
61 sites open on Oct 1 at Ruark Bluff East Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.
As of 30 September 2026, 22:41 UTC.
Stay and booking rules
- Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
- Maximum stay: 14 nights
- Military discount available
Published by Recreation.gov for Ruark Bluff East Campground, read on September 30, 2026.
Campsites at Ruark Bluff East Campground
- Standard 77
- Group 3
- Accessible 1
- Hookups 38
What an RV fits
- 30 ft2 sites
- 35 ft4 sites
- 40 ft9 sites
- 45 ft5 sites
- 50 ft15 sites
- 55 ft9 sites
- 60 ft2 sites
- 65 ft13 sites
- 70 ft4 sites
- 80 ft2 sites
Amenities
- showers
- potable water
- dump station
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography, horse riding.
All sites at Ruark Bluff East Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Hookups | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Use Group Shelter | Beach | Group | 75 | - | Electric | - |
| A02 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 40 ft | - | - |
| A03 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 50 ft | - | - |
| A04 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 50 ft | - | - |
| A05 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 70 ft | - | - |
| A06 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 50 ft | - | - |
| A07 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 50 ft | - | - |
| A08 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 50 ft | - | - |
| A10 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 50 ft | - | - |
| A11 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 55 ft | - | - |
| A12 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 50 ft | - | - |
| A13 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 50 ft | - | - |
| A14 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 50 ft | - | - |
| A15 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 55 ft | - | - |
| A16 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 50 ft | - | - |
| A17 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 40 ft | - | - |
| A18 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 40 ft | - | - |
| A19 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 45 ft | - | - |
| A20 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 45 ft | - | - |
| A21 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 30 ft | - | - |
| A22 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 50 ft | - | - |
| A23 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 45 ft | - | - |
| A24 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 30 ft | - | - |
| A25 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 35 ft | - | - |
| A26 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 40 ft | - | - |
| A27 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 50 ft | - | - |
| A28 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 50 ft | - | - |
| A29 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 70 ft | - | - |
| A30 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 70 ft | - | - |
| A31 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 60 ft | - | - |
| A32 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 35 ft | - | - |
| A33 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 40 ft | - | - |
| A35 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 40 ft | - | - |
| A36 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 55 ft | - | - |
| A37 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 40 ft | - | - |
| B01 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 55 ft | Electric | Accessible |
| B02 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 45 ft | Electric | - |
| B03 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 50 ft | Electric | - |
| B04 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 45 ft | Electric | - |
| B05 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 80 ft | Electric | - |
| B06 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 40 ft | Electric | - |
| B07 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 50 ft | Electric | - |
| B08 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 55 ft | Electric | - |
| B09 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 55 ft | Electric | - |
| B10 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 55 ft | Electric | - |
| B11 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 55 ft | Electric | - |
| B12 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 40 ft | Electric | - |
| B13 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 55 ft | Electric | - |
| B21 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 35 ft | Electric | - |
| B22 | EAST | Group | 30 | 35 ft | Electric | - |
| B25 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 65 ft | Electric | - |
| B26 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 80 ft | Electric | - |
| B27 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 70 ft | Electric | - |
| B28 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 65 ft | Electric | - |
| B29 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 65 ft | Electric | - |
| B30 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 65 ft | Electric | - |
| B31 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 65 ft | Electric | - |
| B32 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 65 ft | Electric | - |
| B33 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 65 ft | Electric | - |
| B34 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 65 ft | Electric | - |
| B35 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 65 ft | Electric | - |
| B36 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 60 ft | Electric | - |
| B37 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 65 ft | Electric | - |
| B38 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 65 ft | Electric | - |
| B39 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 65 ft | Electric | - |
| B40 | EAST | Standard | 10 | 65 ft | Electric | - |
| T01 | EAST | Standard | 10 | - | - | - |
| T02 | EAST | Standard | 10 | - | - | - |
| T03 | EAST | Standard | 10 | - | - | - |
| T04 | EAST | Standard | 10 | - | - | - |
| T05 | EAST | Standard | 10 | - | - | - |
| T06 | EAST | Standard | 10 | - | - | - |
| T14 | EAST | Standard | 10 | - | - | - |
| T15 | EAST | Standard | 10 | - | - | - |
| T16 | EAST | Standard | 10 | - | Electric | - |
| T17 | EAST | Standard | 10 | - | Electric | - |
| T18 | EAST | Standard | 10 | - | Electric | - |
| T19 | EAST | Standard | 10 | - | Electric | - |
| T20 | EAST | Standard | 10 | - | Electric | - |
| Mutton Creek Group Camp | MUTT | Group | 80 | - | Electric | - |
About Ruark Bluff East Campground
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.
Rules and notices at Ruark Bluff East Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Ruark Bluff East Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Campground check in time is 4:00 PM. Check out time is 4:00 PM
Day Use Group Shelter reservations are valid from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM per reservation.
Ruark Bluff East is a campground facility. Campground for overnight stays only - day use prohibited. Reservations are subject to cancellation and removal from the park without valid camping unit (ie: tent, rv, etc)
Customers may not call the park to make reservations
The campground is open year-round
Drinking water (community fill-up) and electric hookups are available during the reservation season, April 16 to September 30
One RV and two tents or three tents per campsite
Park Rangers and County Sheriff's Deputies routinely patrol this facility
Call the park (417-637-5303) or project office (417-276-3113) 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.
Shoulder Seasons run from (15 March-15 April) & (1 October-30 November) amenities are reduced
Ruark Bluff East Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Ruark Bluff East Campground?
Ruark Bluff East Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 80 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Ruark Bluff East Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Ruark Bluff East Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Ruark Bluff East Campground have?
Ruark Bluff East Campground has 80 campsites.
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