Bluff View(Clearwater Lake)

Summary

Bluff View Campground on Clearwater Lake offers a variety of recreational activities including fishing, swimming, boating, picnicking, and a nature trail. The campground offers 60 sites, amenities such as showers, playground, boat ramp, and an interpretative trail, and is surrounded by the Ozarks. Local wildlife such as eagles, fox, turkey, and geese can be spotted. Nearby attractions include drive-in movie theaters, a state park, golf courses and a Civil War site.

Overview

Bluff View Campground on Clearwater Lake greets visitors with excellent camping, fishing, swimming, boating and picnicking opportunities.

Local wildlife includes wetland waterfowl, fox, deer, turkey, and geese. Bald eagles nest at Clearwater, and remain in the area year-round.

Recreation

A trailhead for the Bluff View Nature Trail begins at the campground. This is a wonderful loop trail to look for wildlife among a mix of towering hardwood trees.

Facilities

Bluff View Campground offers 60 sites, including many with electric and water hookups. Additional amenities include a dump station, hot showers, boat ramp, playground, interpretive trail, public phones and a swimming area.

Natural Features

The lake, surrounded by the picturesque hills of the Ozarks, is fed by the Black River. Average temperatures range from 33 to 59 degrees Fahrenheit in March, and 65 to 92 degrees in summer.

Nearby Attractions

In the area, campers enjoy visiting traditional drive-in movie theaters, the Sam A. Baker State Park, local golf courses, and the historic Civil War site at Fort Benton.