Bucksaw
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About Bucksaw
Bucksaw is a national park campground at Harry S. Truman Lake in Henry County, Missouri. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Bucksaw is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 87 ft. Campers rate it 4.5/5 across 597 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Harry S. Truman Lake include Berry Bend, Sparrowfoot and Longshoal.
Total reservations in April — 2023: 356 · 2024: 325 · 2025: 265
Location
Address
Clinton, Missouri
Coordinates
38.2600, -93.6056
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 899 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Berry Bend
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Sparrowfoot
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Bobcat Run Campground
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Bucksaw FAQ
How far in advance should I book Bucksaw?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Bucksaw?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Bucksaw. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Bucksaw right now?
Yes! There are currently 1352 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Bucksaw, with availability on 10 different dates. Availability changes frequently due to cancellations - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when new sites open up.
Where is Bucksaw located?
Bucksaw is located in Harry S. Truman Lake, near Clinton, Missouri.
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