Osage Bluff
Open for camping with sites available through Recreation.gov. Spring shoulder season (March 1 through April 14) and fall shoulder season (October 1 through November 30) require advance reservations with reduced rates due to limited amenities. During shoulder seasons, waterborne facilities are closed and no park attendants are on duty. Regular season requires permits available at the park booth. 14-day stay limit per campsite.
From Recreation.gov
Campers, after 14 days camping on one campsite, must vacate the campground for a minimum of 24 hours. This includes all belongings. Campers must have a working mode of transportation available.
From Recreation.gov
**ATTENTION TRUMAN LAKE CAMPERS: **Beginning on March 1, 2026, spring (March 1-April 14) and fall (October 1-November 30) shoulder camping seasons will be by reservation only. Cash and checks will not be accepted. As with past shoulder seasons, reduced camping rates are in effect due to reduced amenities (waterborne facilities are closed, no park attendants on duty). Reservations may be made in advance or on the day of arrival through www.recreation.gov. Please do not set up on a campsite without first reserving that site.
About
Osage Bluff Park occupies a scenic stretch of shoreline on Harry S. Truman Lake in Benton County, Missouri. The campground features 60 sites ranging from full-hookup RV sites with 50-amp electric and water to primitive tent camping areas. Mature hardwoods of oak and hickory with cedar provide shade throughout the campground, while the lake offers over 950 miles of shoreline to explore. Truman Lake is renowned for its fishing, with standing timber left in the reservoir creating quality habitat for crappie, largemouth and spotted bass, walleye, paddlefish, and channel catfish. Tournament anglers frequently use the lake, and Osage Bluff Marina next door offers fuel, boat rentals, and supplies. Wildlife including whitetail deer, wild turkey, bald eagles, and ospreys are commonly spotted in the area. The Harry S. Truman Visitor Center atop Kaysinger Bluff provides exhibits on the Osage River Valley history and panoramic views of the dam and reservoir. Nearby Harry S. Truman State Park offers additional recreation options.
Directions
From Highway 83, travel about a mile on Osage Bluff Road. Follow signs into park.
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $20 - $27 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 80ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 80ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (660) 438-3873 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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