Warning
GeneralATTENTION TRUMAN LAKE CAMPERS: Beginning on March 1, 2026, spring (March 1-April 14) and fall (October 1-November 30) shoulder camping seasons will be by reservation only. Cash and checks will not be accepted. As with past shoulder seasons, reduced camping rates are in effect due to reduced amenities (waterborne facilities are closed, no park attendants on duty). Reservations may be made in advance or on the day of arrival through www.recreation.gov. Please do not set up on a campsite without first reserving that site.
Warning
GeneralBucksaw Campers, please be aware that U Hwy. is closed for Grand River bridge reconstruction. Work is anticipated to be complete by October 30, 2026. Please access Bucksaw Park from Clinton, MO using 7 Hwy., then south to SE 803 Rd.
Warning
GeneralCampers, 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.
About Bucksaw
Number of accommodations: 145
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Showers
Playground
Water and Hygiene
- Showers
On Site Services
- Playground
Water Access
- Marina
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (846)
What Guests Are Saying
Bucksaw Campground is praised for its clean, well-maintained grounds and spacious sites, offering a beautiful and peaceful setting close to the water. Camp hosts, especially TJ, are noted for their helpfulness and friendliness, enhancing the overall camping experience. While some guests expressed frustrations with check-in/out times and occasional restroom cleanliness issues, the majority enjoyed their stays and plan to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Bucksaw Campground is praised for its clean, well-maintained grounds and spacious sites, offering a beautiful and peaceful setting close to the water. Camp hosts, especially TJ, are noted for their helpfulness and friendliness, enhancing the overall camping experience. While some guests expressed frustrations with check-in/out times and occasional restroom cleanliness issues, the majority enjoyed their stays and plan to return.
Review Summary
David D
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2021 • Stayed at: A072, Loop: A
Our family has always enjoyed staying at Bucksaw. It has always been one of the cleaner nicer parks. Our group of 20 + come twice a year and have a wonderful time. But this last visit wasn't so pleasant. Alot of people are camping more these days since the covid and the park is busy even on weekends that are'nt holidays. We came in on a Wednesday and stayed til Sunday. The women's bathrooms were filthy, you could tell they had'nt been cleaned from the previous weekend. We finally said something to one of the attendants and they were rude and made us go show them where it was filthy. Needless to say it was cleaned right after that. One time while we were there. It should of been every day. If your peak season is until the end of September then your bathrooms need to be cleaned til then. In the past there were some that cleaned and some that took care of the booth and stuff. This was the booth people doing it all, well supposed to be anyways. We will be looking into other options if this continues to be a problem.
David D
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2021 • Stayed at: A072, Loop: A
Our family has always enjoyed staying at Bucksaw. It has always been one of the cleaner nicer parks. Our group of 20 + come twice a year and have a wonderful time. But this last visit wasn't so pleasant. Alot of people are camping more these days since the covid and the park is busy even on weekends that are'nt holidays. We came in on a Wednesday and stayed til Sunday. The women's bathrooms were filthy, you could tell they had'nt been cleaned from the previous weekend. We finally said something to one of the attendants and they were rude and made us go show them where it was filthy. Needless to say it was cleaned right after that. One time while we were there. It should of been every day. If your peak season is until the end of September then your bathrooms need to be cleaned til then. In the past there were some that cleaned and some that took care of the booth and stuff. This was the booth people doing it all, well supposed to be anyways. We will be looking into other options if this continues to be a problem.
Michael M
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2021 • Stayed at: B060, Loop: B
We needed an additional spot on a holiday weekend and had help when we really needed it. The staff and facilities are always friendly and top notch. Can’t wait till our next visit.
Nancy M
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2021 • Stayed at: C020, Loop: C
Great place to camp! I have been camping here since it opened. This year has been the worst for overall cleanliness in the restroom and showers. Funding cuts have shown in general maintenance and mowing.
Michael M
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2021 • Stayed at: B060, Loop: B
We needed an additional spot on a holiday weekend and had help when we really needed it. The staff and facilities are always friendly and top notch. Can’t wait till our next visit.
Nancy M
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2021 • Stayed at: C020, Loop: C
Great place to camp! I have been camping here since it opened. This year has been the worst for overall cleanliness in the restroom and showers. Funding cuts have shown in general maintenance and mowing.
Wayne H
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2021 • Stayed at: B009, Loop: B
Beautiful, quiet, shady right by the lake. Great spot
Wayne H
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2021 • Stayed at: B009, Loop: B
Beautiful, quiet, shady right by the lake. Great spot
Linda R
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: A061, Loop: A
Very pleased with the campsite and campground except that the grass needed to be mowed. And, I had no cell phone service.
Linda R
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: A061, Loop: A
Very pleased with the campsite and campground except that the grass needed to be mowed. And, I had no cell phone service.
Location Bucksaw
Address:
673 Se 803 Rd.
Clinton, MO, 64735
United States
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.
Bucksaw is accessible via Highway 7, which is a major road in the area. From Highway 7, it is a 3-mile drive south on Highway U to reach the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 38.26 / -93.6056
Elevation: 231 feet
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
General
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Safety & rules
- Drain all water from equipment and discard live bait before leaving the park to prevent the spread of zebra mussels.
Fires & fuel
- Buy firewood locally and burn it on-site to protect forests from pests.
Vehicles & parking
- Camping requires a permit, and there are limits on the number of tents and campers allowed per site, along with specific parking rules.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralATTENTION TRUMAN LAKE CAMPERS: Beginning on March 1, 2026, spring (March 1-April 14) and fall (October 1-November 30) shoulder camping seasons will be by reservation only. Cash and checks will not be accepted. As with past shoulder seasons, reduced camping rates are in effect due to reduced amenities (waterborne facilities are closed, no park attendants on duty). Reservations may be made in advance or on the day of arrival through www.recreation.gov. Please do not set up on a campsite without first reserving that site.
Warning
GeneralBucksaw Campers, please be aware that U Hwy. is closed for Grand River bridge reconstruction. Work is anticipated to be complete by October 30, 2026. Please access Bucksaw Park from Clinton, MO using 7 Hwy., then south to SE 803 Rd.
Warning
GeneralCampers, 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.
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