Pine-covered slopes and cliff-edge tent sites define the camping experience at Heavener Runestone Park, a city-managed campground in Heavener, Oklahoma, built around a sandstone slab bearing what some researchers believe are Viking-era runic inscriptions. The sites sit within a forested hillside, with ground covered in pine needles and views down into the valley below. Campers traveling from across eastern Oklahoma have noted that the drive is worth the trip, and the park hosts are consistently described as welcoming and responsive.
The campground has three cliff-facing tent sites, and site placement matters here. Sites 2 and 3 sit close to the cliff edge, which gives open sightlines down to the valley but may not suit families with young children. Site 1 is the largest, with a covered pavilion, room for multiple tents, and proximity to the playground. A trail connects the camping area directly to the runestone, though Donna H. notes the path is "steep, rocky with lots of small, deep steps" and is not accessible to all hikers. Restrooms are clean and available to campers, while showers are locked for registered guests only.
One practical note worth flagging: at least one reviewer reports needing to bring in their own drinking water, despite the campground listing water hookups. Campers should confirm current water availability when booking. Heavener sits near a train refueling station, so rail noise is a real factor, especially at night. Sites run $15 to $20 per night with electric and water hookups available for RVs up to 40 feet, and reservations can be made in advance. Nearby, Hideaway Lake & RV Park and Below the Dam Campground — Lake Wister State Park provide additional options in the region. Weekends in warmer months draw day visitors to the playground and picnic areas, so campers who prefer fewer crowds may find off-season visits more to their liking.
Description
Heavener Runestone Park is a 55-acre park located in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It is located near the city of Heavener, Oklahoma. Formerly a state park of Oklahoma, it was transferred to the City of Heavener in 2011, and is now operated by the Friends of Heavener Runestone, a non-profit organization. The park features a little over 2 miles of hiking trails, seasonal waterfall, playground, gift shop, over a dozen camp sites and spectacular views. There are clean facilities on site including free hot showers for all campers. Located just on the edge of town for the quick trip for things forgotten but still gives the forest camping vibe.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsHeavener Runestone Park is located in Oklahoma near Heavener
Public CampgroundCoordinates
34.89785485 N
94.57826155 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
Verizon5GGood CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/18/26- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 12/11/25
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- Verizon5GGood CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/18/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 12/11/25
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 41 min from Fort Smith, AR
- 1 hr 28 min from Fayetteville, AR
- 2 hrs 7 min from Hot Springs, AR
- 2 hrs 34 min from Texarkana, TX
