Sutton Bluff Recreation Area
Sutton Bluff Recreation Area is a national forest campground in Missouri. Hookups: electric.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Missouri
- Coordinates
- 37.47639, -91.00694
- Hookups
- Electric
- Activities
- Biking, Boating, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Swimming Site, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 573-729-6656
Amenities
- Reservable sites
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About Sutton Bluff Recreation Area
Overview Roomy campsites surrounded by open lawn and natural shading, cool breezes, abundant songbirds and scenic views all await visitors at the Sutton Bluff Recreation Area. The campground is a popular site for those using the nearby designated Sutton Bluff off-road vehicle trails. Recreation A 20 mile off-road vehicle trail can be accessed from the campground. Permits are required for off-road vehicle use in the area. The Karkaghne section of the Ozark Trail, which is popular among backpackers, hikers and mountain bikers, is accessible from a trailhead less than a mile from the campground. The West Fork of Black River provides access to a serene, slow-moving mountain stream and a natural gravel beach. Visitors enjoy wading in the waters, however the current is not strong enough to enable floating the river. Anglers can enjoy a variety of bass and bluegill. Facilities The campground offers multiple single-family sites and a large group site that can accommodate up to 32 guests. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills, and electric hookups are available for RVs. Accessible vault and flush toilets, hot showers and drinking water are also provided. A group picnic pavilion, equipped with about 10 tables, as well as grills, is perfect for large parties or family functions. Camping Sites #29, #32 and #33 have short parking spaces that are not able to accommodate large RVs/Trailers. Please take this into account when reserving sites. Natural Featu
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- National Park Service · 26 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 79 designated routes (124 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Bluff Campground | Private campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Cook Spring | National forest camping area | 1.8 mi | — | — |
| Park's Bluff | Private campground | 9.1 mi | — | — |
| Special Use 1 | Private campground | 9.4 mi | — | — |
| Walk In | Private campground | 9.5 mi | — | — |
| Special Use 2 | Private campground | 9.5 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB), USFS and BLM recreation sites. Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.