OutReserve

Red Bluff Campground

 Red Bluff along Huzzah Creek.
newly constructed camping loop
Landscape view from Pines Overlook
Huzzah Creek
Typical Single Electric Site

About Red Bluff Campground

Red Bluff Campground is named for towering red bluffs along Huzzah Creek, carved by the elements over the past 10,000 years. The area used to be home to timber mills, but now provides a serene spot for camping and enjoying nature. Early settlement of the area surrounded the Boyer Mill constructed around 1830. Railroads created a thriving timber industry till the supply was depleted. The land was purchased by the U.S. Forest Service in 1940 and has been used as a recreation area. Red Bluff is located in the Potosi-Fredericktown Ranger District of the Mark Twain National Forest. Large, red bluffs on the opposite side of Huzzah Creek, gravel bars along the creek, a mixture of pools and riffles and natural vegetation provide a backdrop for a very relaxing camping experience. Wading and swimming in Huzzah Creek are enjoyed by visitors. The water can be swift-moving at times and rocks and drop-offs are not marked. Fishing is also popular in the area and anglers can expect to find bass, sunfish, suckers, and catfish.  Three new camping loops were constructed above the Huzzah Creek floodplain – Ridge Top Loop, Creek Loop, and Group Loop - each of which have modern restrooms, water, and electricity on 2023. A new shower house, a dump station, and second pavilion were also added for visitor convenience. Camping spurs are variable in size and layout to accommodate recreational vehicles and trailers of all types.   A fourth camping loop, Pines Overlook, was renovated but remains a non-electric loop.  

Number of accommodations: 51

Campground Amenities

  • Dump Station
    Dump Station

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently closed - Opens on Apr 23

Sites & Availability

52 Sites Available

Site
Price
CL1, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL10, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL11, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL13, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL14, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL15, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL16, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL17, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL18, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL2, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL3, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL4, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL5, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL6, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL7, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL8, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
CL9, Loop: Creek Loop
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$35.00
/ per night
GL1, Loop: Group Loop
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
GL2, Loop: Group Loop
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
GL3, Loop: Group Loop
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
GL4, Loop: Group Loop
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
GL5, Loop: Group Loop
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
GL6, Loop: Group Loop
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
GL7, Loop: Group Loop
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
GL8, Loop: Group Loop
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
GL9, Loop: Group Loop
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
PO2, Loop: Pines Overlook
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
PO3, Loop: Pines Overlook
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$25.00
/ per night
PO4, Loop: Pines Overlook
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$25.00
/ per night
PO5, Loop: Pines Overlook
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$25.00
/ per night
PO6, Loop: Pines Overlook
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$25.00
/ per night
PO7, Loop: Pines Overlook
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$25.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL10, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL11, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL12, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL13, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL14, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL15, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL16, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL17, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL18, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 RTL2, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL20, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL21, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL22, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL24, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL4, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL5, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL6, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL7, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL8, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night
🚐 RTL9, Loop: Ridge Top Loop
Electric Only
$35.00
/ per night

Reviews (62)

What Guests Are Saying

Red Bluff Campground offers stunning views and well-maintained facilities, including clean restrooms and showers, making it a pleasant spot for camping. Visitors appreciate the peaceful atmosphere, ample hiking opportunities, and access to the river for tubing and fishing. While some guests noted the lack of shaded sites and minor issues with the dump station and communication, the overall experience remains positive, with many expressing a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.2
62 reviews
5
56.5%
35
4
24.2%
15
3
9.7%
6
2
4.8%
3
1
4.8%
3

Tammy W

Verified

June 2, 2025 Stayed at: GL8, Loop: Group Loop

3

I've camped here for many years and its so beautiful. But this year the dump station is out of commission. Which costs us an extra $10 to take it to another station to dump.

Bart F

Verified

November 5, 2024 Stayed at: CL2, Loop: Creek Loop

5

New shower room. Very clean sites. Well wooded for shade. Clean campground. Very quiet!!

Heather S

Verified

July 25, 2024 Stayed at: RTL2, Loop: Ridge Top Loop

5

Very quiet and peaceful location

Dale G

Verified

July 7, 2024 Stayed at: RTL20, Loop: Ridge Top Loop

4

Wonderful place to visit, Spectacular views throughout the park. Newly built campsites and bathrooms. Great stream to cool off in. Definitely will be returning.

Ken S

Verified

May 31, 2024 Stayed at: PO4, Loop: Pines Overlook

5

Unfortunately, because of threatening weather we did not stay the night but we greatly appreciated the well-maintained and clean campground. We did picnic and walked the roads.

Brian M

Verified

May 27, 2024 Stayed at: CL1, Loop: Creek Loop

5

Having camped here for many years, the new layout still takes some getting used to. We stayed in the lower creek site #1. Clean and ready for us to set up.

Tim R

Verified

May 13, 2024 Stayed at: CL2, Loop: Creek Loop

2

On arrival we were told that we could not use the dump station. Also the water fill station was spewing water out the top and almost all the sites had grass that was 18 inches tall, had not been cut.

Steven N

Verified

October 30, 2023 Stayed at: CL16, Loop: Creek Loop

5

The new sites look great, a little far from the river now but suppose that was the point. Campground hosts were great as well.

Mitch H

Verified

October 1, 2023 Stayed at: CL5, Loop: Creek Loop

3

Miss the river sites

Jared M

Verified

September 11, 2023 Stayed at: CL13, Loop: Creek Loop

4

A lot of trees were cleared to make the new campsites, so don't expect to spend the day relaxing in the woods. However the Creek loop is closest to the old campground and picnic areas, which have plenty of shade to enjoy during the day.

Not every site is suitable for tent camping. The new campsites have large expanses of paving (for RVs) and many of the sites have only one or two level areas to set up a tent. Even the non electric sites at the Pines Overlook have a tremendous amount of paving.

The best part of this campground is access to the creek at the bluffs. There is plenty of room to swim/play, and lots of interesting rocks.

Location Red Bluff Campground

Address:
237 Highway V
Viburnum, MO, 65566
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 37.8164 / -91.1664

Elevation: 268 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Flash flooding is possible in the area

General

At each single site you are allowed two vehicles and one towed vehicle (e.g. a pop-up, fifth-wheel, etc). At each double site you are allowed three vehicles and two towed vehicles (e.g. a pop-up, fifth-wheel, etc.). All vehicles must be parked on pavement at designated parking areas. If allowable vehicle use creates a safety hazard, then vehicles must be parked in designated parking areas to mitigate the hazard to visitors. This determination may be made by Campground Host or Forest Service staff. Additional vehicles are charged $2.00 per day and must display a proper fee envelope stub in the windshield.

General

Click here for more information on the Mark Twain National Forest

General

Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.

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