Sutton Bluff Recreation Area
Quick Facts
810 ftPrice
$10 - $40/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
32 campsites
Season
March 27 - October 3...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Check Policy
Quick Facts
810 ftPrice
$10 - $40/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
32 campsites
Season
March 27 - October 3...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Check Policy
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"Reviews of Sutton Bluff Recreation Area vary widely, with some visitors praising the natural beauty, spacious sites, and family-friendly environment, while others criticize the lack of maintenance, unclean facilities, and absence of a camp host in some years. A recurring theme is the mixed quality of the restrooms and the need for onsite improvements."
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Sutton Bluff Recreation Area
PO BOX 460, Salem, MO, 65560, USA
Best Time to Camp at Sutton Bluff Recreation Area
Nature's drama unfolds with seasonal changes at Sutton Bluff, where summer heat gives way to the perfect camping conditions of spring and fall. While the rainy season brings the spectacular power of flash floods that have carved this landscape for millennia, savvy campers know that autumn's crisp air and spring's wildflower blooms create ideal conditions for outdoor adventures. Plan your visit during these golden months to experience the Ozarks at their finest.
Peak season for swimming, ATV use and camping; popular despite occasional maintenance issues.
Fall offers perfect camping conditions and seasonal colors on Ozark trails.
Spring described as an ideal season; trails and river activities popular.
Campground is officially closed in winter (off-season Nov–Mar).
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: March 27 - October 30.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: March 27 - October 30 (reservable dates vary).
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