Sutton Bluff Recreation Area
Campground · Missouri · 34 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Mark Twain National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 34
- Bookable sites
- 76 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 75
- People per site
- 34
- Accessible sites
- 808 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Roomy campsites surrounded by open lawn and natural shading, cool breezes, abundant songbirds and scenic views all await visitors at the Sutton Bluff Recreation Area. The campground is a popular site for those using the nearby designated Sutton Bluff off-road vehicle trails.Recreation
A 20 mile off-road vehicle trail can be accessed from the campground. Permits are required for off-road vehicle use in the area. The Karkaghne section of the Ozark Trail, which is popular among backpackers, hikers and mountain bikers, is accessible from a trailhead less than a mile from the campground. The West Fork of Black River provides access to a serene, slow-moving mountain stream and a natural gravel beach. Visitors enjoy wading in the waters, however the current is not strong enough to enable floating the river. Anglers can enjoy a variety of bass and bluegill.Facilities
The campground offers multiple single-family sites and a large group site that can accommodate up to 32 guests. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills, and electric hookups are available for RVs.
Accessible vault and flush toilets, hot showers and drinking water are also provided. A group picnic pavilion, equipped with about 10 tables, as well as grills, is perfect for large parties or family functions.
Camping Sites #29, #32 and #33 have short parking spaces that are not able to accommodate large RVs/Trailers. Please take this into account when reserving sites.
Natural Features
Sutton Bluff is located 13 miles outside Centerville, Missouri, on the Black River. It is nestled among a variety of short-leaf pine trees and shrubs, and a number of campsites sit alongside the West Fork of the Black River.Nearby Attractions
The small mining town of Centerville is located roughly six miles from the campground.The facts
- Season: March 27, 2025 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 34 bookable sites
- 1 site for day use only
- 34 accessible sites
- Vehicles up to 76 ft
- Up to 75 people per site
- Loops: CAMP, SUTT
Site types
- 18 Standard Nonelectric
- 14 Standard Electric
- 1 Group Shelter Nonelectric
- 1 Group Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits.
34 campsites at Sutton Bluff Recreation Area
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Riverfront | 52 ft | 16 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 003 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 52 ft | 16 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 004 | CAMP | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 51 ft | 16 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 005 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 59 ft | 16 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 006 | CAMP | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 48 ft | 16 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 007 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 59 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 008 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 55 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 009 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 57 ft | 16 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 010 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 56 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 011 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 64 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 012 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 55 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 013 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 54 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 014 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 55 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 015 | CAMP | Group Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | — | Riverfront | 50 ft | 32 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 016 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 40 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 017 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 52 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 018 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 53 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 019 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 45 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 020 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 45 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 021 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 60 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 022 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 70 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 023 | CAMP | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 48 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 024 | CAMP | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 54 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 025 | CAMP | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 55 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 026 | CAMP | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 63 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 027 | CAMP | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 55 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 028 | CAMP | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 61 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 029 | CAMP | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 62 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 030 | CAMP | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Paved | — | — | 76 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 031 | CAMP | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 56 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 032 | CAMP | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | Riverfront | 50 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 033 | CAMP | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 48 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 034 | CAMP | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Paved | — | — | 56 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 001 | SUTT | Group Shelter Nonelectric | Parallel | Paved | Slight | Riverfront | — | 75 | ♿ 🐾 |
Getting there
From Centerville, Missouri, travel 3 miles northeast on Highway 21. Take County Road 907 northwest for 7 miles, then turn on County Road 849 and travel south for 3 miles to the campground.
37.47639, -91.00694 · 37°28'35.0"N 91°0'25.0"W
Typical weather
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| Precip in | 2.7 | 2.9 | 4.2 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 4.3 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 3.9 | 3.3 | 4.0 | 3.0 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 17.6 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 Sutton Bluff Recreation Area
- Can you reserve a site at Sutton Bluff Recreation Area?
- Yes, Sutton Bluff Recreation Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Sutton Bluff Recreation Area have?
- 34 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Sutton Bluff Recreation Area?
- 76 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Sutton Bluff Recreation Area?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Sutton Bluff Recreation Area.
- Does Sutton Bluff Recreation Area have hookups?
- Electric.
Also listed by
Sutton Bluff Recreation Area also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Sutton Bluff Recreation Area's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Single - $20,
- Double - $30
- Single - $10,
- Double - $20
- Group non-electric campsite: $40
- Per Vehicle: $5
- Per Bus: $10
- Group picnic area pavilion: $25
Restrictions:
- ATV use in the campground limited to ingress and egress to the trail
- Campground: Fees will be paid at the fee tube provided.
- Campsite parking allows for two vehicles per site. Park only in designated parking areas.
- No more than 8 people are permitted at single sites (16 for double sites).
- Dogs must be on a 6 foot leash in the campground.
- Only collect dead and downed wood for campfires.
- Fireworks prohibited
- ATV’s and UTVs must stay on road surfaces, and cannot be on grassy areas within the campground or in the river/on adjacent gravel bars.
- Livestock, including horses, are not permitted at the recreation area
Accessibility:
- Campsites are all accessible. Lantern posts, grills, restrooms, tables, and fire rings are all accessible. The pavilion at this site is also accessible.
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Contact
- Phone 573-729-6656
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-22.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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