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Camping in Oklahoma

Camping in Oklahoma opens up the Osage Plains, Central Lowlands, Ozark Mountains, and Ouachita Mountains to nature lovers like you. The state’s 3.2 million+ acres of parkland are home to lakes, forests, and prairies where you can hike, bike, kayak, fish, or go horseback riding. Notable attractions include the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge’s diverse wildlife and scenic drives, Lake Texoma (Oklahoma’s largest reservoir), and Tulsa’s Art Deco architecture.

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Skiatook Lake

Skiatook (Skī·ǎ·tōōk or Skī·ǎ·tǒǒk versus Skī·tōōk or Skī·tǒǒk) is a city in Osage and Tulsa counties in the U.S. state of Oklahoma located in the northeastern part of the state, approximately 20 miles north and west of Tulsa. Due to its location on the border between Osage County and Tulsa County, Skiatook has been referred to as "the Gateway to the Osage." The town includes the state highway...

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Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, located in southwestern Oklahoma near Lawton, has protected unique wildlife habitats since 1901 and is the oldest managed wildlife facility in the United States Fish and Wildlife Service system. The refuge's location in the geologically unique Wichita Mountains and its areas of undisturbed mixed grass prairie make it an important conservation area. The Wichita...

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Chickasaw National Recreation Area

Chickasaw National Recreation Area is a national recreation area in the foothills of the Arbuckle Mountains in south-central Oklahoma near Sulphur in Murray County. It includes the former Platt National Park and Arbuckle Recreation Area. Part of the area was established as Sulphur Springs Reservation on July 1, 1902, and renamed and redesignated Platt National Park on June 29, 1906. At the tim...

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Kaw Lake

Kaw City is a city in eastern Kay County, Oklahoma, United States. The population was 325 as of the 2020 United States census. Kaw City was named for the Kanza Indians, called the Kaw by locals.

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Oologah Lake

Oologah ( OOH-lə-GAH) is a town in Rogers County, Oklahoma, United States. Renowned humorist Will Rogers was born on a ranch two miles east of Oologah, although he usually claimed Claremore as his birthplace "because nobody but an Indian can pronounce 'Oologah.'" There has been disagreement about the proper spelling for the town name. The official spelling is now Oologah. It was often spelled O...

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Fort Supply Lake

Fort Supply is a town in Woodward County, Oklahoma, United States, 13 kilometres (8.1 mi) northwest of the city of Woodward, the county seat. The population was 330 at the 2010 census.

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Tenkiller Ferry Lake

Tenkiller Ferry Lake, or more simply, Lake Tenkiller, is a reservoir in eastern Oklahoma formed by the damming of the Illinois River. The earth-fill dam was constructed between 1947 and 1952 by the United States Army Corps of Engineers for purposes of flood control, hydroelectric power generation, water supply and recreation. It went into full operation in 1953. The lake and dam were named for...

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Waurika Lake

Waurika is the county seat of Jefferson County, Oklahoma, United States. The population was 1,837 as of the 2020 United States census. An article from 1985 in The Oklahoman claimed that Waurika promoted itself as "The Parakeet Capital of the World," while giving no explanation for using this slogan. The Waurika Chamber of Commerce website in 2020 echoed that the town was "once a parakeet para...

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Oklahoma camping resources

Links to help plan your Oklahoma camping trip

Oklahoma State Parks: Provides comprehensive information on Oklahoma's state parks, including details on camping facilities, activities, and park amenities. Users can explore various camping options, from tent sites to cabins, and access resources for trip planning.

Oklahoma State Parks Reservation System: The official reservation portal for Oklahoma State Parks, allowing users to book campsites, cabins, and other accommodations. The site offers real-time availability, site maps, and detailed descriptions to assist in planning stays.

National Park Service – Oklahoma: Offers information on national parks and historic sites within Oklahoma, including camping options, park activities, and visitor guidelines. The site provides resources for planning visits to sites like Chickasaw National Recreation Area.

Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department – Camping: Provides insights into camping experiences across the state, highlighting state parks, national parks, and private campgrounds. Users can discover diverse camping settings and find information on amenities and activities.

Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation – Wildlife Management Areas: Offers information on camping opportunities within Oklahoma's Wildlife Management Areas, including regulations, permits, and available facilities. Users can explore primitive camping options in designated areas.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Tulsa District Recreation: Provides information on camping and recreational opportunities at lakes and reservoirs managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Oklahoma. Users can find details on campgrounds, amenities, and reservation procedures.

Oklahoma State Parks – Park Maps: Offers interactive maps of Oklahoma's state parks, including campground layouts and trail maps. Users can utilize these resources for navigation and trip planning.

Oklahoma State Parks – Fees: Details the fees associated with camping and other activities within Oklahoma's state parks. Users can find pricing for different types of campsites and accommodations to assist in budgeting for their trips.

Oklahoma State Parks – Events: Lists upcoming events and programs within Oklahoma's state parks, offering opportunities for campers to participate in organized activities. Users can plan visits to coincide with special events and educational programs.

Oklahoma State Parks – Contact Us: Provides contact information for Oklahoma State Parks, including phone numbers and email addresses for general inquiries and specific parks. Users can reach out for assistance or additional information regarding their camping plans.

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