Camping near Afton, OK

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    Camping opportunities around Afton, Oklahoma center on Grand Lake, with several developed campgrounds and RV resorts providing lake access and amenities. The Bernice Area of Grand Lake State Park offers concrete RV pads with water and electric hookups, while private resorts like Pine Island RV Resort and Monkey Island RV Resort provide additional options including cabin rentals. Most campgrounds in the area accommodate both tent and RV camping, with several offering full hookup sites for larger rigs.

    Grand Lake campgrounds typically operate year-round, though facilities and amenities may be limited during winter months. "The lake is gorgeous and the campground is clean. On the farthest side from the exit, there is a really nice paved trail with lookouts and various paths to the lake," noted one visitor about Bernice Area. Most campgrounds offer electric hookups ranging from 30 to 50 amp service, with water connections available at most sites. Several campgrounds provide dump stations, though not all sites have sewer connections. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the area, with visitors reporting good Verizon coverage at most locations.

    Waterfront access represents the primary draw for camping in the Afton area, with the highest-rated sites offering direct lake views. "We spent several days camping at Bernice State Park. Spacious, open sites and beautiful views of the lake," shared one camper. While some campgrounds provide significant shade, others have more exposed sites that can become hot during summer months. Facilities vary considerably between locations, with state park campgrounds offering basic amenities like showers and flush toilets, while private resorts often include additional features such as swimming pools, boat rentals, and on-site stores. Grand Lake's popularity means campgrounds can become crowded during peak summer weekends, with many campers bringing boats for lake activities.

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      1. Bernice Area — Grand Lake State Park

      4.6(9)6mi from AftonRVs, Tents

      "The lake is gorgeous the campground is clean. On the farthest side from the exit, there is a really nice paved trail with lookouts and various paths to the lake! The dogs loved the walk."

      "We stayed in Site 1 which has a large yard and unobstructed view of the lake, which is only about 40 yards away."

      from $31 / night

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      2. Echo Hollow - Twin Bridges — Grand Lake State Park

      3.7(13)13mi from AftonRVs, Tents

      "Twin Bridges is actually located in North East Oklahoma, not in Kansas. Quite near both Kansas and Missouri. Beautiful sites, busy campground. Great facilities including showers and a playground."

      "There's two boat ramps that give quick access to Grand lake, Spring River, or The Neosho River.  The spots all have nice shade. "

      from $14 - $27 / night

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      3. Regatta On Grand

      4.7(3)9mi from AftonRVs

      "Beautiful point on Grand Lake to park with pads. The big draw to this resort tho is the restaurant and bar. Rooftop dining at sunset is not to be missed."

      4. Grand Lake O' the Cherokees RV Resort by Rjourney

      4.2(5)12mi from AftonRVs, Cabins

      "We did not have a designated site number but had requested back-in site 90 on the lake or a pull through from 64 to 73."

      "Decent sized campground, full hookups, WiFi is a little spotty, nice view of the lake, plenty of green space for kids or dogs to play, 2 easy trails to walk."

      5. Honey Creek Area — Grand Lake State Park

      4.2(5)13mi from AftonRVs, Tents

      "Although we were surrounded by RVers, our site backed up to a line of trees and we could even see the lake from our site, albeit through the trees."

      "Town is about 6 minutes away and campground is next to the lake"

      6. Pine Island RV Resort

      4.7(3)11mi from AftonRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Worth the twenty minute drive from Grove. The remote location is great when you want to get away and feel like you are actually camping."

      "There’s nothing better than sitting out on the deck watching the sun set after a long day on the lake."

      7. Grand Country Lakeside RV Park

      5.0(1)6mi from AftonRVs, Tents

      "They all ride golf carts around to visit and are a tight little community! You can go boating, fishing, hiking. There’s so much to do at Grand Lake!"

      8. Eagles Landing Resort & Recreation

      4.0(2)8mi from AftonRVs, Tents

      "Very nice overall, very easy access to Grand Lake and Cherokee Casino. Sites are good size and have full hookups. Good overflow parking for trailers."

      "If the weather was cooler or we had a shaded spot, then I would have gone 4 right away, so giving it a generous 4 for people wanting a family spot on the lake."

      9. Waters Edge RV & Cabin Resort

      4.5(4)15mi from AftonRVs, Cabins

      "It looks like many of the people here have year-around rentals so I would imagine if you are booking throughout the summer, you'll want to get your reservation in as early as possible."

      "We visited family at Water’s Edge for the 4th of July and it was fantastic. The campground hosts were extremely helpful in getting us to our spot and parked."

      from $40 - $46 / night

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      10. Monkey Island RV Resort

      4.0(1)8mi from AftonRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "This is a great RV resort close to the water but with very little shade. It is right across the street from Tera Miranda that has a cool restaurant on the water though."

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    Recent Reviews near Afton, OK

    397 Reviews of 159 Afton Campgrounds


    • Tobin B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 7, 2026

      Baxter Springs Riverside Park

      Little Cabin Anywhere

      There are two side to this campground on one side there are fees to stay on the other side free camping. Great for fishermen and woman. Lots of people were fishing during our stay. They fish all day and all night night if it isn't pouring the rain. Great view of the river. We went past the picknick tables and camp spots to the end of the road and stayed 2 nights. Caught a few fish and enjoyed watching the others fish too.

    • Tobin B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 7, 2026

      Lookout Tower Road

      Little Cabin anywhere

      Nice graveled road to get back in on very nice spot for anyone who likes the out doors and no crowds. Would recommend this spot for the outdoor lovers.

    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 4, 2026

      Hawthorn Bluff

      Quiet spot with clean showers, $16 well spent

      For $16 we got a quiet, shaded spot by the lake with clean showers. Since we only carry a camp shower and privacy is a bit hard to come by in this part of the country, it was a worthwhile investment.

    • M
      Jun. 3, 2026

      Lookout Tower Road

      Secluded Right Off Road

      Easy to find with Apple Maps, Waze took me past the turn, makeshift rock fire ring and some firewood but I brought some and left a couple of logs. There was a tiny bit of trash when I arrived but I picked it up along with mine. Great for a night or two getaway!

    • Carole I.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 1, 2026

      Joplin KOA

      Joplin koa pig TV

      It’s just an ok place off highway. Sites need to be mowed

    • DJ C.
      May. 18, 2026

      Marvel Park

      Tent sites

      I called ahead, they don’t allow tent camping

    • Ilce H.
      May. 1, 2026

      Honey Creek Area — Grand Lake State Park

      Good

      I had a good time here and was not bothered. The camp host were really nice and helpful as well. Town is about 6 minutes away and campground is next to the lake

    • Beth D.The Dyrt PRO User
      Apr. 26, 2026

      Natural Falls State Park Campground

      Beautiful place

      The sites are spacious and level, and paved, with lots of grass and trees in between. There is water and electricity at the sites. The tank dump, bathrooms and trash dumpsters are near the entrance. The whole place is well maintained. The falls are beautiful


    Guide to Afton

    Grand Lake dominates the camping scene near Afton, Oklahoma, with over 46,500 surface acres of water and 1,300 miles of shoreline. Seasonal water level changes can affect shoreline camping locations, especially during spring when levels typically rise 2-4 feet. Camping options include concrete pad sites for RVs and designated tent camping areas, with most campgrounds remaining open year-round despite temperature fluctuations from below freezing in winter to above 90°F in summer.

    What to do

    Fishing opportunities: The waters around Echo Hollow - Twin Bridges offer excellent access to multiple waterways. "This is a lovely campground that sits between two rivers. There's two boat ramps that give quick access to Grand lake, Spring River, or The Neosho River," reports Jennifer Z.

    Boating access: Many campers bring boats to explore Grand Lake from Honey Creek Area. "Big park with so many site options. Very large sites on the lower area, upper area is a little more tight. Easy access to the launch ramp for smaller boat rigs," explains John F.

    Family activities: Eagles Landing Resort & Recreation provides options beyond just water recreation. "This campground felt a bit like a summer camp. There is a good sized pool, a pond with a couple of kayaks and pedal boats, and an (aging) mini golf course," says Stephen K.

    What campers like

    Lake views: Sites at Grand Lake O' the Cherokees RV Resort offer scenic vantage points. "Cedar Oaks is a very easy campground to find and get into... This site had a large lawn area due to site 91 being decommissioned because of flooding a while back. We enjoyed a very nice lake view as this site is probably the best site in the park," writes MickandKarla W.

    Seasonal camping: Many Grand Lake campgrounds have dedicated yearly sites for repeat visitors. "My family has had a membership to this resort since about 1996. As leadership changes the quality fluctuates, but it has always been a reliable campground. The indoor and outdoor pools are always fun," notes Mandi R. about Pine Island RV Resort.

    Nature observation: Wildlife viewing adds to the camping experience. "The lake is gorgeous the campground is clean. On the farthest side from the exit, there is a really nice paved trail with lookouts and various paths to the lake. Lots of ducks, geese and herons," describes one camper at Bernice Area.

    What you should know

    Site placement considerations: The location of your campsite can significantly affect your experience. "The sites are closer than I prefer and it feels a bit crowded, but we still enjoyed it. The spaces are packed tightly so there really is no room to spread out & enjoy," notes Jeremy C.

    Seasonal fluctuations: Off-peak camping provides a different experience. "There weren't any people during the week. It was nice and peaceful. You can put your camping chairs down by the lake and sit. Not a good place to fish, unless you have a boat. The lake is shallow quite a ways," explains Barb T.

    Wildlife awareness: Some campgrounds have active wildlife. "Im here annually and love it but let me warn you of the raccons. I left my van a few hours at night and they got in and tore the place up! They got in the back pop open window," warns Ramblin R.

    Tips for camping with families

    Kid-friendly locations: Gopher Valley - Twin Bridges offers family amenities. "This campground is fully paved with both full hook up RV camping area, tent camping area and areas that work for both. Campground has a large pavilion which can be rented. The pavilion has a huge BBQ grill. Campground has a small playground for the kids," notes Dexter I.

    Summer crowds: Many popular spots get busy during peak season. "This place was very quaint and exceptionally close to the lake. However, in the summer the day use areas are PACKED," cautions Kristie P.

    Family-oriented parks: Some campgrounds specially cater to family gatherings. "We come here and stay every summer! They have good size places you can stay as a family, as well as lots of RV spots. We absolutely love the mini golf course and game facility," shares Brittany G.

    Tips from RVers

    Hookup logistics: Be prepared for utility connection challenges. "The electrical and water hookup for most sites was a strangely long run, so bring a long extension cord and hose," advises Stephen K.

    RV pad quality: Concrete pads at most Grand Lake campgrounds provide stable parking. "Nice quiet campground on Grand Lake. Spots are spacious on back-in concrete pads. Each spot has 50/30/20 power, bbq grill, fire ring, picnic table and light on the power pole," reports Rebecca B.

    Trailer parking: Overflow areas accommodate boat trailers at many of the best places to camp near Afton, Oklahoma. "Very nice overall, very easy access to Grand Lake and Cherokee Casino. Sites are good size and have full hookups. Good overflow parking for trailers," notes John F.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What camping is available near Afton, OK?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Afton, OK offers a wide range of camping options, with 159 campgrounds and RV parks near Afton, OK and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

    Which is the most popular campground near Afton, OK?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Afton, OK is Bernice Area — Grand Lake State Park with a 4.6-star rating from 9 reviews.

    Where can I find free dispersed camping near Afton, OK?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Afton, OK.

    What parks are near Afton, OK?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 28 parks near Afton, OK that allow camping, notably Oologah Lake and Big Hill Lake.