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Clearwater Lake 

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US Army Corps of Engineers
Clearwater Project Office
6501 Wayne Route HH
Piedmont, MO 63957
(573)-223-7777

Welcome to Clearwater Lake

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Whether it is boating, swimming, water skiing, camping, picnicking, sightseeing, hunting, or fishing, Clearwater Lake and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers can meet your recreation needs.
The absence of private boat docks appeals to those seeking a "wilderness lake," permitting boaters freedom to find a bit of unspoiled shoreline and go ashore nearly anywhere on the lake. Boating enthusiasts and skiers have acres of smooth, deep water for sport. Those who prefer canoeing will be in awe of the natural scenic beauty offered by the upper Black River.

Whether you are an experienced sportsman or a beginner, Clearwater Lake has a place for you to cast your pole. Bass, crappie, bream and catfish lurk beneath the sparkling clear waters of the lake. Numerous fish shelters have been placed in the lake.
Swimming areas are available in four of Clearwater’s parks. Swim beaches are located at Piedmont Park, Bluff View, Webb Creek and Highway K Park. Campers and picnickers alike can enjoy the natural splendor of our parks. Camping is offered at all five of our parks. Numerous facilities, including grills, fireplaces, tables, group shelters, showers and water wells are located throughout the parks. Campsites may be reserved. For further information on reservations, please contact the Project Office. For those who prefer the undeveloped parks, primitive camping affords this unique experience. Permits may be obtained though the Project Office.

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 coves. Oak, hickory, and maple trees are numerous, and the beauty of the area is enhanced each spring by the sight of flowering shrubs and trees, such as redbud, hawthorn, dogwood and wild plum.

Clearwater’s trails and watchable wildlife area are a sightseer’s delight. Each day brings new discoveries. Numerous birds and other animals can be observed year-round as well as an abundance of vegetative life. These areas offer hikers and sightseers the opportunity to be in the midst of nature.

The lake is located near three state parks and several historic sites. Information on overnight lodgings, restaurants and tourist attractions is available at chambers of commerce in towns surrounding the lake.

The Corps of Engineers invites you to visit one of the Ozark’s most beautiful lakes. Once you visit Clearwater, you will return again and again.

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Campgrounds

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 Bluff View

Description: Bluff View campground is nestled into the hills on the East side of Clearwater Lake. The Black River runs into the lake near this campground. For park information call the gatehouse at 1-573-223-4459.

Location: Take HWY 34 to Piedmont MO. Turn north on HWY 49, go 1 mile to HWY AA and turn left, go 7 miles on HWY AA, the road will end in Bluff View Park. (911 Address: 93 Highway AA Piedmont, MO 63957)

Facilities: The lake is fed by the Black River at this point, which provides visitors an excellent location to fish. Bluff View is also an excellent area to camp, swim, boat, picnic or sightsee. The Bluff View Campground offers 60 sites, including many with electric and water hook-ups. Additional amenities include a dump station, hot showers, a boat ramp, a playground, interpretive trail, public phones, and a swimming area.

Reservations: Bluff View, Clearwater Lake - Recreation.gov

Open: May 15 to September 14

 

  Piedmont Park

Description: Campground is set on ridge tops just above the lake level. Many sites offer an excellent view of the lake. For park information call the gatehouse at 1-573-223-4432.

Location: Follow US 34 to Piedmont, MO. Go North on Highway HH 5 miles to the top of the dam. Turn right and follow the signs into the campground. (911 Address: 821 County Road 418 Piedmont, MO 63957).

Facilities: Piedmont Park Campground provides visitors an excellent location to camp, fish, swim, boat, picnic, or sightsee. 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, a playground, public phones, and a swimming area.

Reservation: Piedmont Park, Clearwater Lake - Recreation.gov

Open: April 1 - October 31st

 

 River Road

 

Description: River Road Park is set along the riverbanks of the Black river, just below Clearwater Dam. The terrain is very flat and offers easy access to the river for fishing. For park information call the gatehouse at 1-573-223-4424.

Location: Follow US 34 to Piedmont, MO. Go North on Highway HH 5 miles until you reach River Road Campground.
(911 Address: River Road Park 5226 Wayne Route HH, Piedmont, MO 63957)

Facilities: River Road Campground provides visitors an excellent location to camp, fish, swim, boat, picnic, or sightsee. River Road Campground offers 109 sites, including many with electric and water hookups. Additional amenities include a dump station, hot showers, picnic shelters, a boat ramp, a playground, hiking trails, fish cleaning station, and public phones.

Reservations: River Road, Clearwater Lake - Recreation.gov

Open: River Road is open year-round. Services provided March 15 thru October 30.

 

 

Highway K 

Description: Highway K Campground is located on Black River west of Annapolis, MO. The river provides excellent opportunities to camp, swim, canoe, picnic, and sightsee. For park information call the gatehouse at 1-573-558-2202.

Location: Located 5 miles southwest of Annapolis, MO. Follow Hwy 49 south to the center of Annapolis, turn right onto Hwy K, and follow Hwy K 5 miles. Highway K Park will be on your left. (911 Address: 5347 County Road 452 Annapolis, MO).

Facilities: The Highway K Campground offers 83 sites, including many with electric and some sites with water hookups. Additional amenities include a dump station, hot showers, a picnic shelter, playground, and public phone.

Reservations: Highway K Campground, Clearwater Lake - Recreation.gov

Open: K East Park: May 15 - October 31  
            K West Park: March 15 - October 31

 Webb Creek

Description: Webb Creek Campground is located on the banks of Clearwater Lake, southeast of Ellington, MO. Most of the campsites are located on a wooded hillside just above the lake.  Webb Creek Campground is now in the reservation system online at recreation.gov.  For park information call the gatehouse at 1-573-461-2282.

Location: From Ellington, MO, go south on US 21 for 2.6 miles to Highway H. Turn left on Highway H and go 10 miles to Webb Creek Campground. (911 Address: 10273 Hwy H Ellington, MO.)

Facilities: Webb Creek Campground offers 31 sites, including many sites with electric hook-ups, and water nearby. Additional amenities include hot showers, a playground, boat ramp, swimming area, hiking trail, picnic shelter, public phones, and a dump station. There are no water hook-ups.

Reservations: Webb Creek Campground, Clearwater Lake - Recreation.gov

Open: May 15 until September 15