Cabins near Calera, Oklahoma provide waterfront access along the 89,000-acre Lake Texoma, which forms part of the Texas-Oklahoma border. The lake serves as the 12th largest Corps of Engineers lake in the United States and offers sandy beaches despite being approximately 620 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures often reach 90-100°F, while winter nights frequently drop below freezing.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Lake Texoma offers excellent fishing for stripers, catfish, bass, and crappie. Paradise on Lake Texoma provides waterfront access. "Lots of spots directly on or near the lake," notes a camper who rated their experience highly.
Hiking trails: Several trails wind through the area with varying difficulty levels. Eisenhower State Park features multiple paths along limestone cliffs. A visitor commented, "The trails are great and the Rangers are friendly and share a lot of knowledge. Cool beach with caves."
Swimming areas: Sandy beaches and coves provide swimming options throughout the warmer months. "Swimming area and trails along the cliffs are exquisite," mentions a day visitor about Eisenhower State Park, which maintains designated swimming zones from spring through fall.
What campers like
Secure camping environment: Many properties offer gated access for added security. Riverview RV and Recreational Park provides a controlled entry point. "Safe atmosphere with gated access," writes a recent visitor who appreciated this feature.
Well-maintained facilities: Clean bathrooms and shower facilities rank high on camper priorities. "Bathrooms are always clean. Fellow campers are very friendly," mentions a regular visitor to Eisenhower State Park.
Level sites: Many campgrounds feature carefully prepared camping pads. "Nice level pads, full hookups and a view of the river," notes a camper who stayed at Riverview RV and Recreational Park for an extended period.
What you should know
Water hookup distance: At some locations, water connections require extra-long hoses. Paradise on Lake Texoma has this setup at certain sites. "Fair warning, the water hookups are FAR from the site. Do not under estimate how far these things are. With 75ft of hose - we were barely reaching the nozzle," warns a camper.
Beach conditions vary: While sandy beaches exist, not all are well-maintained. "The thing keeping this place from earning 5 stars, is the uncleanliness of said beaches. Pieces of metal, glass, and garbage were all over the place," reports a Paradise visitor.
Reservation requirements: Peak times require advance planning. Eisenhower State Park fills quickly during summer months. One visitor noted, "I preregistered and thought I was ready to go. The gate guard said I still had to go inside to check-in."
Tips for camping with families
Group camping options: Little Glasses Resort & Marina accommodates larger family gatherings with spacious sites. "The lake views are beautiful, some sites are huge with lots of space and some not so much," mentions a visitor who brought their family.
Proximity to supplies: Stock up before arrival but know emergency options. "Walmart is like 5-10 minutes from camp in the event you forgot something," notes a repeat visitor to Little Glasses Resort & Marina.
Safety considerations: Check beach areas before allowing children to play. A visitor at Paradise on Lake Texoma cautions, "Pieces of metal, glass, and garbage were all over the place. Was not a place we could sit down and enjoy."
Tips from RVers
Road conditions: Interior roads at some parks require slow navigation. Thousand Trails Lake Texoma has some maintenance concerns. "The roads within the park itself could use some serious attention," advises a recent visitor.
Electrical testing: Check pedestals before setting up completely. "The first spot I chose had a bad pedestal, so I had to pick up and choose another spot. I would definitely recommend checking the pedestal before unpacking," warns a Thousand Trails camper.
Cell coverage: Most parks maintain adequate service for those needing connectivity. "Verizon service was good, along with T-Mobile. Even better with my cell booster," reports a Thousand Trails visitor who needed to stay connected.
