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
Jared J
VerifiedJuly 26, 2021 • Stayed at: B039, Loop: B
We stayed in B loop and our site was right by the water. We loved the view out our windows every day because you looked right out across the lake. However, because our site was near the water and a few campsites down from the swim beach, people walked through our campsites at all times of the day to get to the water/beach. The beach was very crowded during the hot days while we were there and the sound of talking, laughing, screams carried to our camp site from about 10am to twilight so around 8:30pm. So, there was no peacefulness sitting outside the camper. There was lots of family groups around us with lots of kids and we would hear the kids laughing and making noise well past the quiet hours, and we were inside our hard shelled camper with the air conditioner running. Also, trash from a neighboring campsite blew into our campsite (this is actually the first time we've ever had this happen; usually people are very good about cleaning up after themselves at COE campgrounds we've stayed at). We also had limited to no cell service (Verizon). The bathrooms were okay. The short trail on the property was not maintained and nothing really to see except trees. We saw several deer when we walked around the campground and found ourselves on a paved road with no camp sites (maybe a past sites area?). We only saw the camp hosts once driving around in their golf cart/ATV. Overall, we feel that this was more late night party central than relaxing weekend. We did walk around Loop A and it seemed quieter.
Ronald R
VerifiedJuly 26, 2021 • Stayed at: B020, Loop: B
Wonderful family experience, the bathrooms and shower house were clean, the camping spot was nicely shaded and even though the swimming beach was mostly under water we had a fun time swimming with the family
Bryon F
VerifiedJuly 26, 2021 • Stayed at: C108, Loop: C
Some lots are not very tent friendly, so be careful when you choose. Neighbors did play music quite a bit, but observed the posted quiet hours and were considerate.
Jared J
VerifiedJuly 26, 2021 • Stayed at: B039, Loop: B
We stayed in B loop and our site was right by the water. We loved the view out our windows every day because you looked right out across the lake. However, because our site was near the water and a few campsites down from the swim beach, people walked through our campsites at all times of the day to get to the water/beach. The beach was very crowded during the hot days while we were there and the sound of talking, laughing, screams carried to our camp site from about 10am to twilight so around 8:30pm. So, there was no peacefulness sitting outside the camper. There was lots of family groups around us with lots of kids and we would hear the kids laughing and making noise well past the quiet hours, and we were inside our hard shelled camper with the air conditioner running. Also, trash from a neighboring campsite blew into our campsite (this is actually the first time we've ever had this happen; usually people are very good about cleaning up after themselves at COE campgrounds we've stayed at). We also had limited to no cell service (Verizon). The bathrooms were okay. The short trail on the property was not maintained and nothing really to see except trees. We saw several deer when we walked around the campground and found ourselves on a paved road with no camp sites (maybe a past sites area?). We only saw the camp hosts once driving around in their golf cart/ATV. Overall, we feel that this was more late night party central than relaxing weekend. We did walk around Loop A and it seemed quieter.
Ronald R
VerifiedJuly 26, 2021 • Stayed at: B020, Loop: B
Wonderful family experience, the bathrooms and shower house were clean, the camping spot was nicely shaded and even though the swimming beach was mostly under water we had a fun time swimming with the family
Bryon F
VerifiedJuly 26, 2021 • Stayed at: C108, Loop: C
Some lots are not very tent friendly, so be careful when you choose. Neighbors did play music quite a bit, but observed the posted quiet hours and were considerate.
Yavanna B
VerifiedJuly 25, 2021 • Stayed at: B001, Loop: B
Nice spacious sights close to the water with playgrounds for the kids & clean shower houses.
Yavanna B
VerifiedJuly 25, 2021 • Stayed at: B001, Loop: B
Nice spacious sights close to the water with playgrounds for the kids & clean shower houses.
Nancy M
VerifiedJuly 20, 2021 • Stayed at: C017, Loop: C
This is very out of the way between Clinton and Warsaw, MO, but well worth the exploration! The sites were quite large with a huge amount of green space. Sites for RVs are long and wide gravel that are very level. An outstanding feature that we definitely appreciated was FULL HOOK UPS!!! This campground was nearly empty. We had a small view of the lake, but didn't mind that. With two large dogs, we appreciate extra space and that is what we got! We would come here again. We were in site C-17.
Rhonda W
VerifiedJuly 20, 2021 • Stayed at: B060, Loop: B
We always stay in B60 and always love it!
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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