About Ruark Bluff West
Number of accommodations: 63
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Showers
Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Showers
On Site Services
- Playground
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Reviews (397)
What Guests Are Saying
Ruark Bluff West is praised for its beautiful, spacious campsites and great access to the lake, making it an enjoyable destination for campers. Many visitors appreciate the clean and well-maintained facilities, as well as the friendly staff. However, there are several recurring issues, including malfunctioning amenities like the dump station and showers, inconsistent cell service, and some concerns about safety and maintenance that could use attention.
What Guests Are Saying
Ruark Bluff West is praised for its beautiful, spacious campsites and great access to the lake, making it an enjoyable destination for campers. Many visitors appreciate the clean and well-maintained facilities, as well as the friendly staff. However, there are several recurring issues, including malfunctioning amenities like the dump station and showers, inconsistent cell service, and some concerns about safety and maintenance that could use attention.
Review Summary
Linda P
VerifiedMay 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 45, Loop: RUARK WEST
Nice safe campsites with firepit near lake. Bathhouses near, children playground. Nice
helpful Camp Attendants. Park Rangers drive thru regularly
Chad S
VerifiedApril 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: RUARK WEST
Great site. Ruark is our favorite campground at stockton lake.
Chad S
VerifiedApril 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: RUARK WEST
Great site. Ruark is our favorite campground at stockton lake.
Susan M
VerifiedApril 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: RUARK WEST
Friendly staff. Electric wasn’t on when we arrived.
Susan M
VerifiedApril 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: RUARK WEST
Friendly staff. Electric wasn’t on when we arrived.
Michael G
VerifiedJanuary 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: RUARK WEST
Great weekend!
Michael G
VerifiedJanuary 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: RUARK WEST
Great weekend!
Kenneth C
VerifiedOctober 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 43, Loop: RUARK WEST
Electrical system needs update. Bathrooms need remodel and update.
Kenneth C
VerifiedOctober 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 43, Loop: RUARK WEST
Electrical system needs update. Bathrooms need remodel and update.
Ramona D
VerifiedOctober 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: RUARK WEST
Most of the sites had water views. I was in site 30. I wanted to see the pelicans, which I had read were at Stockton lake but did not see any. As a matter of fact, the only birds I saw were blue herons and vultures. I was little disappointed with that. I went for a walk along the shore and that was bit difficult because of the large rocks but doable. You have to walk slow and steady. While walking I encountered a deer in the woods that was grunting and stamping its feet at me so I cut my walk short. It was a doe so I'm not sure what that was about.
The campground was full and pretty noisy during the day but when quiet hours came it was quiet. Everyone we encountered was very pleasant.
My husband went fishing and caught quite a few fish - catch and release. I am not sure how high the water normally is but the swimming area was only about 20 feet wide from the beach to the rope.
The bathrooms were older but clean. There were 2 spots to dump the tanks at the end of the trip. So many campgrounds only have 1 so that made things easier when it was time to leave. There was a spigot to hook my hose up to use the black tank flush.
Overall I have no complaints with the campground and would stay here again.
Location Ruark Bluff West
Address:
819 Route H.
Greenfield, MO, 65661
United States
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.
Ruark Bluff West is accessible via Route H, which connects with US Highway 160 approximately 12 miles to the north.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.5258 / -93.8094
Elevation: 280 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is also 4:00 PM.
- For more information, contact the park or project office at the provided numbers.
Cancellation policy
- Ruark Bluff West is for overnight stays only; day use is prohibited. Reservations may be canceled if no valid camping unit is present.
- Reservations cannot be made via phone call to the park.
Utilities
- Drinking water and electric hookups are available from April 16 to September 29.
Site capacity
- Each campsite allows one RV and either two tents or three tents.
Safety & rules
- Park rangers and County Sheriffs Deputies patrol the campground regularly.
Fires & fuel
- To protect forests, do not move firewood; buy it locally and burn it on-site.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
