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Ultimate Wichita Mountains Luxury Glamp offers a premium glamping experience in Oklahoma's rugged wilderness, featuring a fully-equipped yurt with modern amenities including electricity, comfortable bedding, and private bathroom facilities. Located near the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, this accommodation provides an upscale outdoor stay while maintaining proximity to natural attractions. One visitor noted, "The scenery of The Narrows, Charon's Garden, Elk Mountain, and the Holy City are wonderful." Quartz Mountain State Park Campground also offers glamping options with canvas accommodations that blend comfort with nature, providing guests with essential amenities while surrounded by mountain views and lakeside settings.
The surrounding wilderness areas create perfect backdrops for eco-friendly glamping experiences, with abundant wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the region. Visitors regularly spot bison, longhorn cattle, wild turkeys, and prairie dogs during their stays. According to a camper, "We watched turkeys, prairie dogs and longhorn steers. There is so much beauty in this place." Hiking trails abound near these luxury outdoor accommodations, with popular routes including Little Baldy Trail and Mount Scott, offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding landscape. The area's dark skies make stargazing exceptional from the comfort of canvas tents and yurts. Most glamping sites require advance reservations through recreation.gov, with availability varying seasonally and weekends typically booking well in advance.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Altus (7)
1. Quartz Mountain State Park
"There is no electricity for the tent sites. There is water, but not at every tent site. Each tent site had a picnic table, fire ring and grill. "
"We needed a place to stay for the night while passing through Oklahoma. We decided to take a detour and check out this state park."
from $20 - $600 / night
Check Availability2. Quartz Mountain State Park Campground
"Tucked down in southwest Oklahoma in the Wichita Mountains, it’s a small park but has LOTS of options."
"Bathhouse and toilets are new in most sites."
3. Camp Doris
"While it is very rustic and the bathrooms left much to be desired, there were animals everywhere, including bison and wild turkeys around camp."
"It's only about an hour and a half from Oklahoma City and has really wonderful tourist center, trails, and campgrounds."
4. Doris Campground
"Fairly level site, concrete table, huge fire pit and grill. Spots are very well maintained and this site backs up to Lake Quanah Parker. Little Baldy trail can be hiked directly from the campground."
"Campground and all trails were open. Visitors center and environmental education center were closed. There was a camp host on site. All bathrooms were being maintained."
from $12 - $40 / night
Check Availability5. Rocking A RV Park
"This place was conveniently located with shopping and restaurants in walking distance but far enough from the road to avoid traffic noise. Owners were very sweet and efficient."
"This RV park is right off the main thoroughfare, next to the local Walmart. There is even a path to the Walmart parking lot at the edge of the park."
6. Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area
"Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area, Fort Sill, OK Cabin 3 (both late June and mid-October)
Lake Elmer Thomas(LETRA) is a 334 acre lake located on Fort Sill in Comanche County, Oklahoma"
"It's in the Wichita Mountains near Mt Scott and Medicine Park. Clean lake with paddle boat and kayak rentals. Mini golf, beach and water slides. Nice museum and Indian Cemetaries on base."
7. Ultimate Wichita Mountains Luxury Glamp
from $300 - $450 / night
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Drive Time
- 51 min from Lawton, OK
- 1 hr 15 min from Wichita Falls, TX
- 2 hrs 3 min from Oklahoma City, OK
- 3 hrs 2 min from Enid, OK
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Glamping Reviews near Altus, OK
85 Reviews of 7 Altus Campgrounds
Jackie F.
ScoutQuartz Mountain State Park Campground
Group Camp continues to go downhill while prices go up.
We have been at this group camp for 46 years straight (except for pandemic year). Over the years we saw improvements. Since the pandemic not so much. 2 cabins are completely unusable. Each year we are promised they will be fixed. Just empty words. Now we are are told this year that the commercial refrigerator broke and they just put in a regular fridge with the promise that it will be replaced by our July 23 date. We are not hopeful. The grocery store closed years ago. Then the water slide closed. Next the paddle boats and miniature golf closed. The state has done nothing to help the situation.
- NNick B.
TravelerCamp Doris
Great Central Location
Stayed here for a couple days in late April. Reserve in advance if possible. We chose a spot near the lake and were able to fish and canoe right from our campground. Plentiful shade and good amenities including showers, concrete picnic tables, fire rings, and firewood for sale at the check in station. Cell service was basically non existent with Verizon, and given the frequency of severe weather in Oklahoma it’s important to be weather aware. We were not and the park ranger luckily notified us of severe warnings. Wildlife is abundant throughout the park and has free range even in the campground, we saw longhorns 20 yards from our site. Would revisit again.
Lauren W.GuideDoris Campground
Tons of wildlife
Visited first week of November 2025 during the government shutdown. Campground and all trails were open. Visitors center and environmental education center were closed. There was a camp host on site. All bathrooms were being maintained. PLEASE NOTE THE CAMPGROUND MAP ON THE FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE WEBSITE IS OUTDATED. I booked site 22 to be close to the restrooms and showers only to find out the building no longer existed. The area marked “Restroom & Shower Complex” is dirt. Also the two restrooms directly across from site 34 no longer existed either. I attached a picture with red Xs marking those out. The area marked “Central Restroom” is the only restroom with running water, flush toilets, and showers. All other restrooms on the map are vault toilets. Campground had lots of trees that made the sites feel a little more private even though some sites were close together. There are 4 individual shower rooms. Water was warm and it seemed that both the central bathroom and showers were heated. Firewood bundles and ice available on the backside of the campground entrance station. Cash only and self pay. So much wonderful wildlife. Take the time during the first hour of sunrise and the last hour before sunset to drive around to look at wildlife. I was able to see elk, deer, turkeys, and of course the bison and longhorns which are out and about all day.
Jessica B.ScoutRocking A RV Park
Nice place on my way to Colorado
Great little quiet campground near the highway. Close enough to walk to Walmart. Bathrooms are cute and clean.
- RRobert H.Guide
Quartz Mountain State Park Campground
Stunning
A well maintained park lots of shaded sites, picnic tables are the best. Views of the mountain are great. Bathhouse and toilets are new in most sites.
MarcoScoutLake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area
Breath of air
It's a good little spot on the edge of town to go eat lunch, do some thinking, or fish for fun. Around the holidays it lights up and is just an all around good place to go for free
- Marianne M.Guide
Rocking A RV Park
Great service and friendly people and clean.
First stop on this tour from Dallas TX to New Mexico and back
I had choosen this place out of location ,it has a walmart in walking distance.
We got delayed from start of pickup our RV and got here a lot later then we had intended, so I wrote the owner a message and she answered rapid how to find it and where to find our paperwork.
We found the spot and got settled and went into bathrooms that was the most clean bathroom I have ever seen in a campground.
Slept a good night sleep and had some things we needed to fix on the RV rental and here the owner is very happy and good to help out and had the parts we needed.
And then we was off again
Roger W.
LegendCamp Doris
Outer Loop Sites Almost Always Great
Doris CG, Wichita Mnts, OK: This park was a pleasant surprise. The hiking was splendid and much better than expected. The visitor center deserves at least an hour of time. Fabulous. (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good
(71 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)
Overall Rating: 4 for the scenery, and bathroom cleanliness. General layout of campsites is a bit of a minus.
Price 2023: $ 11 for non electric w interagency passSecurity: Not at night Usage during visit: Full during spring break Site Privacy: Open sites. Some back up to each other. Our site, 9 backs up to #7. Site Spacing: varies - the map in photos is pretty representative Pad surface: blacktop Reservations: Yes Campground Noise: A bit noisy during this spring break week. Outside Road Noise: None. Some campsites back up towards the campground access road. I would rather have one of these sites than any inner loop site I saw. Through Traffic in campground: No Electric Hookup: E loop Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: Yes Potable Water Available: Yes, near the pit toilets.
Generators: Allowed Bathroom: New and clean pit toilets in most loops . Whoever cleans the pit toilets has high cleanliness standards. . . E-loop has flush toilets. The sinks and toilets were very clean . Showers: Near E Loop. Fairly clean after a busy weekend. Pull Throughs: I didn’t see any Cell Service (AT&T): No bars at Campground. 2 bars outside of visitor center Setting: In an oak Forest. Recent Weather: 70s downtown 30s Solar: Yes, but when trees leaf out, the solar will still be available in most sites but not as great.
Host: Not in all loops Rig Size: E loop has some larger rigs. Sites: I don’t particularly like the sites on the inside of the loops. Water view sites are circled on the map. I would be happy with these. Best sites in Loop A: 1, 2, 5, 10, 11, 13, 15. E63 is the only site I liked in the electric loop. A 7&9 are not good sites as far as privacy from each other.
Guide to Altus
Camping options near Altus, Oklahoma span elevations from 1,400 to 2,400 feet across western Oklahoma's varied terrain. Located approximately 150 miles southwest of Oklahoma City, Altus sits in a region characterized by granite mountains, prairie landscapes, and several reservoir lakes. Summer temperatures frequently exceed 100°F between June and September, with camping reservations typically required 3-6 months in advance for weekend stays.
What to Do
Hike Mount Scott: At 2,464 feet, this mountain in Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge offers a 3-mile roundtrip paved trail. One visitor at Camp Doris noted, "Drive up Mount Scott for beautiful views of neighboring Lake Lawtonka, and wonderful sunsets."
Explore prairie dog town: Located in the wildlife refuge about 5 miles from Doris Campground, this area lets you observe prairie dogs in their natural habitat. A camper mentioned, "We enjoyed driving over to Prairie Dog town and spending time laughing at their antics. Since our last visit, their area has really grown and continued to spread out."
Try water recreation: Lake activities are available at Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area, including paddleboarding and kayaking rentals. "A nice beach and cordoned swim area, complete with restrooms and shower house(11a-7p)...lifeguards," reports one visitor who noted the recreation area also offers "watersport rentals: paddle boards, canoes, kayaks, pontoon boat."
What Campers Like
Well-maintained facilities: Quartz Mountain State Park provides clean camping areas with modern amenities. A recent visitor shared, "A well maintained park lots of shaded sites, picnic tables are the best. Views of the mountain are great. Bathhouse and toilets are new in most sites."
Dark skies for stargazing: The remote location and minimal light pollution create excellent conditions for astronomy. A camper at Doris Campground mentioned, "The night sky viewing was pretty good. I wish they would upgrade their lighting to be more dark sky friendly. This would be an great location for that."
Wildlife encounters: The Wichita Mountains area offers frequent animal sightings directly from campsites. According to a visitor at Camp Doris, "Deer & turkey were often strolling thru our campsite, undaunted by our presence," while another noted seeing "geese, fox, Coyotes, Buffalo, prairie dogs and rattle snakes."
What You Should Know
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require advance planning, particularly during peak seasons. A visitor at Doris Campground advised, "Weekends at WMWR (Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge) are very popular beginning early in the camping season making it difficult to find open spots by Friday evening."
Water concerns: Several campgrounds have reported water quality issues. One camper warned, "Please note that at the time of this review there is NO potable water anywhere in the WMWR. An e.coli contamination in 2017 is still not resolved and any an all water is considered unsafe, including all streams and lakes. Bring in your own water, the closest store is at least 30 mins away."
Military training impacts: Campgrounds near Fort Sill may experience noise from exercises. A reviewer at Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area shared, "Biggest con was absolutely no warning on their site that there is training going on all around the CG. If you have a Veteran with PTSD like I do prepare him/her that they shoot howitzer rounds at any given time."
Tips for Camping with Families
Consider Quartz Mountain for activities: This area offers multiple family-friendly recreation options. A visitor noted, "Would recommend anyone to go check it out. Take some cash they have peddle boats and kayaks you can rent and a little fun park with carnival type ride and water slides."
Plan for wildlife education: The refuge provides excellent opportunities for children to observe animals. A camper at Quartz Mountain Nature Park shared, "This park was turned back over to the state in 2020 and is exactly how I remembered it from the 80's... There are RV and tent Campgrounds, cabins, a very modern lodge with 96 rooms, group pavilions, and a dormitory."
Check glamping close to Altus, Oklahoma: For families wanting comfort, luxury tent options are available. A camper who stayed at a glamping site near Wichita Mountains wrote, "This park was a pleasant surprise. The hiking was splendid and much better than expected. The visitor center deserves at least an hour of time. Fabulous."
Tips from RVers
Site selection matters: At Doris Campground, specific loops offer better experiences. One RVer recommended, "I don't particularly like the sites on the inside of the loops. Water view sites are circled on the map. I would be happy with these. Best sites in Loop A: 1, 2, 5, 10, 11, 13, 15."
Convenient shopping access: When staying at Rocking A RV Park, you'll find easy access to supplies. A camper noted, "This RV park is right off the main thoroughfare, next to the local Walmart. There is even a path to the Walmart parking lot at the edge of the park," making it an ideal option for upscale glamping near Altus, Oklahoma with convenient resupply options.
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