Sitting along the eastern shore of Waurika Lake in southern Oklahoma, Chisholm Trail Ridge Park gives campers direct access to the reservoir across roughly half of its 95 improved sites. The terrain mixes forested stretches with more open ground, and the lake-facing sites back up close enough to the water that anglers can get a line in without much of a walk. The campground operates seasonally from May 1 through September 30, so arriving outside those dates means a locked gate, as at least one visitor found the hard way.
Sites run $18 to $22 per night and accommodate rigs up to 60 feet, with 30- or 50-amp electric service available throughout. Water hookups, however, are not universal. As Bradley H. notes, "water is only on designated sites so be diligent when searching for a site." The dump station, cell service, and alcohol-permitted policy round out the practical details. No pets are allowed. Most sites require reservations, though a few first-come spots exist.
Crowd levels tend to stay low. Visitors report the campground rarely fills, which makes it a reasonable overnight stop for those passing through the region. Fishing and swimming are the primary draws on the water side, and the bathrooms, while functional, reflect the age of the facility. Campers who want a closer look at neighboring options can also consider Beaver Creek Landing - Waurika Lake about 1.5 miles south, or Moneka Park a short distance further along the lake.
Description
Overview
Chisholm Trail Ridge Park lies along the scenic shore of Waurika Lake in the Great Plains Region of southern Oklahoma. The area offers many recreation activities, including fishing, boating and hunting. Waurika Lake encompasses 10,100 acres of water and about 12,000 acres of land, which provide ample space for visitors to enjoy the outdoors. It is about six miles northwest of the city of Waurika and lies in portions of Jefferson, Cotton and Stephens Counties. This facility is named after the Chisholm Trail, a trail used to transport cattle from Texas ranches to Kansas railroads in the late 1800s.
Recreation
Waurika Lake provides excellent opportunities for fishing and hunting. Anglers seek out channel and flathead catfish, largemouth bass, white bass, hybrid striper, crappie, walleye and sunfish. Approximately 6,040 acres of land around the lake are managed for game. Sought-after species include white-tailed deer, bobwhite quail, mourning dove, wood duck, mallard, pintail, teal, canvas back, cottontail rabbits and wild turkey. Boating and skiing enthusiasts play on the large areas of open water and along the the scenic shoreline. There are four large embayments and a number of smaller coves that make boating on the lake a pleasure.
Facilities
Chisholm Trail Ridge has 95 campsites that all feature electric and accessible water hookups. Families with children enjoy the open space, playground and swimming areas. Boaters have the convenience of an accessible dock and boat ramp.
Natural Features
The large shade trees, gently sloping shoreline and expansive lakefront views of the horizon invite the visitor to relax and take in the scenery. Grassland prairies, farms and forests surround the lake area. Wildlife such as white-tail deer, ducks, rabbits and wild turkey graze the landscape.
Nearby Attractions
Additional services and supplies are available in Waurika, Oklahoma.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsChisholm Trail Ridge Park is located in Oklahoma near Hastings
Directions
From Waurika, Oklahoma, take Highway 5 northwest for 5 miles. Turn right onto Advent Road and proceed 3 miles. Turn left on Chisholm Trail Road and drive one mile to the park entrance.
Address
RIDGE RT. 1 BOX 68
Waurika, OK 73573-0029
Coordinates
34.2591667 N
98.035 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 52 min from Wichita Falls, TX
- 1 hr 2 min from Lawton, OK
- 1 hr 48 min from Oklahoma City, OK
- 1 hr 57 min from Sherman, TX
