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Marval Camping Resort

Marval Camping Resort, near Gore, Oklahoma, is a lively spot that caters to families and groups looking for a fun getaway. With a range of accommodations from tents to cabins, it’s designed to keep everyone entertained, especially the kids, who have plenty of activities to dive into.

The campground boasts clean facilities, including warm showers and well-maintained restrooms, which visitors appreciate after a day of outdoor adventures. Many campers have highlighted the friendly staff and the beautiful surroundings, making it a pleasant place to unwind. One happy camper noted, “This place has everything... tons of activities for the entire family.”

For those who enjoy the outdoors, Marval is located along the Illinois River, providing opportunities for fishing and boating. The campground also features a playground and a swimming pool, perfect for cooling off on hot days. While some sites are a bit close together, the vibrant atmosphere and variety of activities make it a great choice for families looking to create lasting memories.

Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a longer stay, Marval Camping Resort offers a mix of relaxation and fun that keeps campers coming back for more.

Description

Marval Resort is a family campground located on a peaceful haven of 105 acres in the foothills of the Oklahoma Ozarks. The Lower Illinois River runs alongside one side about 5 miles below the Lake TenKiller Dam and makes for great fishing opportunities. Whether you’re looking to fish, to play or to just enjoy the quiet and great outdoors, you are always welcome at Marval Family Camping Resort. Besides our various styles of cabins and campsite rentals, we have a swimming pool, splash pad, 9 hole mini-golf course, 24-hour laundry room, game room, playground, sand volleyball court, half-court basketball, planned activities for the kids and lots of open or wooded space for your pleasure.

Location

Marval Camping Resort is located in Oklahoma

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Coordinates

35.55080695 N
95.09354936 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Connectivity

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    Excellent Coverage
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    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
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    AT&T5G
    Good Coverage

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Cabins
  • Tent Cabin

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

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Aug. 7, 2025

Horrible Manager

Very disappointed in Marval Resort. The manager is very unprofessional. We have been going there since 2019 for a family reunion. This year was 59th reunion. I get a phone call on July 7, 2025 and was told we would not be welcomed back and when I asked why the manager could not tell me why. All that she said was several reasons. If it was such a big issue, she should have come to me or someone else and addressed the issue face to face instead of waiting until we left. My cousin had called multiply times to try and get this worked out and she would never speak or call back. When no response to phone calls she was emailed and finally responded to an email. The manager didn’t even have the decency for the closing signature on the email. It’s a shame that Marval Resort has someone like this running their resort. Very poor communication. Instead of coming to my camp spot talking to me about some cars parked on the grass and gravel in front of our camp spot out of the way of others she calls me in the middle of a big gathering and tells me they need to be moved because it rained that morning and the grass was wet. No, the grassy lawn area was dry in the heat of the afternoon day. There are so many staff members driving around on their golf carts and not a word was said. She was on her golf cart right by us and could not come face to face and talk about the issue. Now, that’s pretty unprofessional. We have 96 and 86 year old aunts and some others with walking issues. That’s why cars were there. Family was coming from their cabins or campers to the central area for family gathering. And as far as the pavilion parking that we paid money to rent. Again, for some elders and a few trucks hauling fish fry supplies. You booked a band that was playing on the stage right by the pavilion(that we paid for) and people could not communicate very well due to loud music. This also happened last year as well. So, you the manager don’t know who all the cars belong to. They could have been the bands or other guest not in our family. We have a large group that stayed there for 6 years in campers or cabins and spent lots of money there. There is a lot of issues the manager needs to take care of and get off her high horse. I thought this place is supposed to be family oriented. I will miss seeing Wayne(maintenance gentleman) there with his smiling face. He is such a friendly man. And one more thing, always talking about all the improvements they’re working on or going to do. It’s been the same for 6 years now.

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Dec. 28, 2023

Very disapointed

We had an absolutely wonderful first trip to Marval. However, we won the cabin decorating contest during the Halloween festivities this year and forgot to pick up our certicate for a two night stay in a deluxe cabin. We called when we were only one hour away and were reassured they would keep this for us and we could call to book our next stay at Marval. I called today to do so and was told by the general manager Stacy that I was given the wrong information by her staff and that maybe had I called within a week to rebook or turned around to get the paper certificate this would have been honored. I am extremely disappointed in this response when I was reassured that we did not need to turn around to get the certificate. I am also very disappointed in the way I was dismissed on the phone and told there was nothing she could do to make this right.

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Marval Camping Resort by Amy P., December 28, 2023
Reviewed Apr. 18, 2021

Birthday

The campgrounds was amazing and the store staff was decently friendly but the owner and his wife where rude and being nasty I went to have my dgter Birthday and they charged everyone that wanted to enjoy her day $10 not a carload A PIECE my son has ptsd so we brought his service animal which is cocidered MEDICAL EQUIPMENT not a pet and these rude nasty people charged me $50 extra after I left said the Girl with the color hair snuck the dog in no that’s not even the point if your animal is service it’s medical equipment not a pet GET THAT RIGHT also said my cabin was left a mess listen here people imma a former Girl Scout leader and all the girls in my cabin was former Girl Scouts so when we leave we leave it as we found it or better so don’t go giving me that it was dirty line of crap I freaking know better then that.was definitely treated like outcast from the owner and his wife you guys should really just use that resort as a gated community with the people that’s already there since you don’t know how to be nice to the new guest☹️🤔😔😡

Month of VisitApril
Reviewed Aug. 23, 2020

Not a fan

We really wanted to like this place. Everyone raves about it. The sites are close together, it was beyond crowded (my son couldn’t even ride his bike because of the constant amount of cars) and not much to do (a lot of activities closed because of covid). There were 5 of us and after an hour everyone said they wouldn’t be back. They do have a nice playground though.

  • Review photo of Marval Camping Resort by Brittany  J., August 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Marval Camping Resort by Brittany  J., August 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Marval Camping Resort by Brittany  J., August 23, 2020
Reviewed Jan. 22, 2020

Beautiful clean campground

The campground was very beautiful, clean, and for all types of campers. It had nice bathrooms, clean and warm. The area was well taken care of. It was a little pricey, but that's what you're getting at a resort. Overall worth checking out if you're in the area.

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Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Marval Camping Resort by Dustin L., January 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Marval Camping Resort by Dustin L., January 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Marval Camping Resort by Dustin L., January 22, 2020
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Reviewed Sep. 3, 2018

Best place to camp if you have a family...

This place has everything, movie theater, horse riding, a train that goes around the park, golf carts, tons of activities for the entire family... Swiming pool and all... We go every chance we get, my kids love it....

Month of VisitJune
Reviewed May. 28, 2018

Best RV Resort!!!

Friendly staff!! Very clean!! We just came back from there for Memorial Weekend!! As full as resort was, very quiet and well maintained!! Would recommend this resort to anyone and everyone!! Activities all weekend and through the week!!

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Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Apr. 28, 2018

Campsites

Personnel very friendly but site not worth the cost asked for pull thru got back in on grass and dirt open pull thrus had concrete pads not happy

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Month of VisitApril

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Marval Camping Resort have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Marval Camping Resort has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at Marval Camping Resort?

Marval Camping Resort allows vehicles up to 70 feet.

Are fires allowed at Marval Camping Resort?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Marval Camping Resort, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Marval Camping Resort have wifi?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Marval Camping Resort does have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Marval Camping Resort?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is good coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.