Piedmont Park
Campground · Missouri · 96 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Clearwater Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access
- 96
- Bookable sites
- 120 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 50
- People per site
- 581 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Piedmont Park is a spacious, activity-dense recreation area on the shores of Missouri's Clearwater Lake. Water sport enthusiasts love the lakes diverse offerings, from boating to jet skiing and canoeing to swimming.Clearwater is considered a "wilderness lake" because it lacks private boat docks and offers plenty of unspoiled shorelines to explore. The beautiful area is enhanced each spring by flowering shrubs and trees like the redbud, hawthorn, dogwood and wild plum.
Recreation
Wildlife viewing is popular with wetland waterfowl, fox, deer and geese.Picnicking is also a favorite pastime, as is lounging on the beach, boating and fishing.
Facilities
Piedmont Park Campground offers 97 sites, including many with electric and water hookups. Additional amenities include a dump station, hot showers, picnic shelters, a boat ramp, playgrounds and a swimming area.Natural Features
Visitors can sit under the shade of a sycamore or maple tree and look out across the lake to the lush but rugged terrain of the Ozark foothills.The vicinity is noted for the grandeur of its hills, natural springs, and general outdoor beauty. The shoreline is studded with high picturesque bluffs covered with sweet williams, indented bays and quiet coves.
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.The facts
- 96 bookable sites
- 99 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 2 sites for day use only
- Vehicles up to 120 ft
- Up to 50 people per site
- Loops: A, B, C, PIED
Site types
- 82 Standard Electric
- 11 Standard Nonelectric
- 3 Management
- 2 Group Shelter Electric
- 1 Group Standard Electric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, grills.
99 campsites at Piedmont Park
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A01 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A02 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A03 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A04 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A05 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A06 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A07 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A08 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 65 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A09 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A10 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A11 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A12 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A13 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A14 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A15 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 120 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A16 | A | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Paved | 52 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A18 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A19 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A20 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A21 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A22 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 75 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A23 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A24 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A25 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A26 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A27 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 65 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A28 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A29 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A30 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A31 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A32 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A33 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A35 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A36 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A37 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A38 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A39 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A40 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A41 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A42 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A43 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A44 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A45 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A46 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| A47 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 75 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| GA1 | A | Management | Back In | Paved | 56 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| PA1 | A | Management | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B01 | B | Management | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B02 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 65 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B03 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 75 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B04 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 80 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B05 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B06 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 75 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B07 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B08 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B09 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 75 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B10 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B11 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 65 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B12 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 53 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B13 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B14 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 75 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B15 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 100 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B16 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 100 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B17 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 80 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B18 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 75 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B19 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 75 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B29 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 95 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B30 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B31 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B32 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| B33 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C01 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C02 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 54 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C03 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 54 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C04 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C05 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C06 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 75 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C07 | C | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Paved | 100 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C08 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 65 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C09 | C | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Paved | 95 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C10 | C | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Paved | 115 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C11 | C | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Paved | 65 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C12 | C | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Paved | 85 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C13 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C14 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 100 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C17 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C18 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C19 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C20 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 57 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C21 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C22 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C23 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 80 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C24 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 75 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C25 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 75 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C26 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 75 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| C27 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| G1 | PIED | Group Standard Electric | Pull Through | Paved | 40 ft | 20 | 🐾 |
| S01 | PIED | Group Shelter Electric | Pull Through | Paved | — | 50 | |
| S02 | PIED | Group Shelter Electric | Pull Through | Paved | — | 50 |
Getting there
From Piedmont, MO, follow Missouri State Highway HH.
Travel on Highway HH for 6 miles to the top of the dam. Turn right and
follow signs into campground.
37.14250, -90.77028 · 37°8'33.0"N 90°46'13.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 89°F in Jul, down to 43°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 43 | 48 | 58 | 69 | 77 | 85 | 89 | 88 | 80 | 70 | 57 | 46 |
| Low °F | 23 | 27 | 35 | 44 | 54 | 63 | 68 | 66 | 57 | 45 | 35 | 27 |
| Precip in | 3.4 | 3.2 | 4.7 | 5.3 | 5.0 | 3.9 | 4.6 | 3.3 | 3.8 | 3.4 | 4.6 | 3.4 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Piedmont Park
- Can you reserve a site at Piedmont Park?
- Yes, Piedmont Park is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Piedmont Park have?
- 99 sites in total, of which 96 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Piedmont Park?
- 120 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Piedmont Park?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Piedmont Park.
- Does Piedmont Park have hookups?
- Electric, Water.
- Are campfires allowed at Piedmont Park?
- Campfires are allowed at Piedmont Park. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Piedmont Park
- River Road Park 0.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Webb Creek Park 2.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Bluff View(clearwater Lake) 2.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Highway K 12.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Fuchs House 14.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Markham Springs 14.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Pinewoods Lake Rec Area 15.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Watercress 16.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Big Spring 17.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Greenville Recreation Area 17.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Markham Springs Recreation Area 14.4 mi · Campground
- Pinewoods Lake Recreation Area 15.2 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone 573-223-7777 (CLEARWATER LAKE PROJECT OFFICE) 573-223-4432 (PIEDMONT PARK GATE HOUSE)
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
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