Ruark Bluff East
Quick Facts
968 ftPrice
$14 - $200/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
91 campsites
Season
Open for reservation...
Cell
Has Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Quick Facts
968 ftPrice
$14 - $200/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
91 campsites
Season
Open for reservation...
Cell
Has Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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What Campers Say
Satisfactory
Based on 239 reviews
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"User reviews for Ruark Bluff East are mixed, with an average sentiment of 4.21. Positive aspects include beautiful lake views, well-maintained campsites, and friendly staff. Complaints focus on poor bathroom maintenance, lack of privacy, and overcrowded sites."
Campground Map
Ruark Bluff East
802 Route H.
Best Time to Camp at Ruark Bluff East
Each season paints Ruark Bluff East in distinctive colors and experiences. Summer brings warm, languid days perfect for swimming and boating, punctuated by refreshing afternoon thunderstorms that roll across the lake. Winter transforms the campground into a premier eagle-watching destination, where crisp, clear mornings reveal majestic bald eagles soaring overhead. Spring awakens the forest with wildflowers and gentle breezes, while autumn sets the surrounding hills ablaze with breathtaking fall foliage—creating ideal conditions for hiking and photography.
Peak season for swimming, boating and lake activities; praised for beauty but can be crowded and buggy.
Nice fall colors and wildlife, but reservations close Oct 1 so limited fall window.
Opens April 16; pleasant spring weather, wildlife and launching boating season noted.
Campground closed for reservations Oct 1–Apr 15; winter camping not supported.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: April 16 - September 30. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: Open for reservations from April 16 to September 30 each year; closed for reservations from October 1 to April 15.
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