Best Campgrounds near Cleveland, OK

Camping around Cleveland, Oklahoma centers on Keystone Lake, where several established campgrounds provide access to water recreation. Appalachia Bay offers spacious campsites with lake views and both primitive and full-hookup options for tents and RVs. Other nearby options include Keystone State Park Campground with cabin accommodations, and Tall Chief Cove with electric and water hookups. The RV Park at Keystone Lake provides newer facilities with full hookups specifically for RV camping. These areas provide varied camping experiences within 5-15 miles of Cleveland proper.

Most campgrounds in the region operate year-round or seasonally from spring through fall, with peak season typically running April through October. Campers should be prepared for Oklahoma's variable weather patterns, particularly summer heat and occasional storms. A recent review noted, "This is a new RV park with full hookups, easy access and easy parking. Streets & parking areas are blacktopped and pretty level." Facilities vary significantly between locations, with some offering modern amenities like showers and electric hookups, while others provide more primitive experiences with vault toilets and minimal services. Many sites require reservations, especially during summer weekends and holidays when waterfront camping is in high demand.

The developed campgrounds surrounding Keystone Lake attract visitors primarily for fishing, boating, and water recreation. According to one visitor, "The campgrounds have access to Keystone lake, as well as bathrooms and showers. The campgrounds also have a 18 hole disc course, playgrounds, and gazebos." Several campers mentioned appreciating the spacious sites with lake views, though privacy between campsites varies by location. Wildlife viewing opportunities include pelican migrations along the Arkansas River, as noted in visitor reviews. Campground quality ranges from well-maintained facilities with clean bathhouses to more rustic options where visitors should be prepared for basic amenities. Most camping areas offer some form of water access, making them popular destinations for anglers and boating enthusiasts throughout the warm season.

Best Camping Sites Near Cleveland, Oklahoma (119)

    1. Keystone State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Mannford, OK
    15 miles
    Website

    "New weekend-- new lake! Took a couple of extra days and spent an extended weekend at Lake Keystone State Park about 30 minutes west of Tulsa.  The park has two campgrounds with full hookups..."

    "Great State Park close to Tulsa. RV sites and primitive Tent Camping. Great clean and modern toilets and showers with heating and air near the marina."

    2. COE Lake Skiatook Twin Points

    10 Reviews
    Prue, OK
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 396-1376

    $24 / night

    "I have to be honest, we’re traveling the country and I didn’t have high hopes for liking Oklahoma. This campground has changed my mind."

    "Site 21 is lake side with a level paved site. Hookups are close by. Some shade, but a nice view of the lake. Came on labor day as campground was emptying. Plenty of space to relax."

    3. Walnut Creek Recreation Area Campground

    5 Reviews
    Prue, OK
    10 miles
    Website

    "Beautiful small RV area overlooking lake. Electric sites, no water, some pull through. Close to town. Only $20 a night, would definitely stay again. Went to the Omaha Zoo and it was great!"

    4. Tall Chief Cove

    14 Reviews
    Prue, OK
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 288-6820

    $24 - $50 / night

    "Nice lakeside campground. Electric at every site and communal water spigots. Flush toilets and showers. Site has a playground, disc golf course, volleyball, basketball hoop."

    "I have been going to Skiatook Lake almost all of my life with friends and family to boat and enjoy the beaches."

    5. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Keystone Lake

    8 Reviews
    Mannford, OK
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 865-2845

    $30 - $75 / night

    "The only bad thing is the tent sites are next to the waters edge and can get flooded out. The RV sites are the best for they have shade trees."

    "Lake is very nice."

    6. Appalachia Bay

    5 Reviews
    Mannford, OK
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 865-2621

    $15 - $25 / night

    7. Feyodi Creek

    2 Reviews
    Cleveland, OK
    2 miles
    Website

    "Great campsite on Keystone lake. The campgrounds have access to Keystone lake, as well as bathrooms and showers."

    8. Cowskin Bay South

    2 Reviews
    Martis Creek Lake, CA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 865-2621

    "I really wasn’t expecting too much from this free campsite, but I couldn’t have been happier with this location!"

    9. The RV Park at Keystone Lake

    3 Reviews
    Prue, OK
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 243-7865

    "Easy access to all sites. The management is fantastic and extremely helpful. This is a great place for all types of visits to the Tulsa/Bristow Oklahoma area."

    "Had 50 amp hookup, water & sewer and a gravel parking spot for extra vehicle next to the RV spot. All in all, a great stay."

    10. Osage Point - New Mannford Ramp

    2 Reviews
    Mannford, OK
    11 miles
    +1 (918) 865-2621

    "Bathroom facilities were nearby withon walking distance. I’ll definitely be back."

    "This Campground is close to Mannford and is well-maintained. We like it because there is a marina next door that has a restaurant and a nightlife."

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Recent Reviews near Cleveland, OK

315 Reviews of 119 Cleveland Campgrounds


  • Dana H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Osage Hills State Park Campground

    Beautiful

    Nestled in a forested and very hilly canyon, this state park is absolutely beautiful. A lake with canoe/kayaks for rent and complementary life jackets for use, a river, and many hiking trails. An r.v., campground, tent camping scattered throughout, two playgrounds, a seasonal pool, a tennis court with volleyball in the day use area. Toilets/showers are throughout the park. Tents/yurts and cabins for rent. You're going to love it. Word of warning, the roads are narrow with drop-offs here and there.

  • Jolene C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Walnut Creek Recreation Area Campground

    Beautiful affordable campsite

    We stayed one night in October with our 22' airstream. Marion the host was welcoming and check in was easy. Beautiful small RV area overlooking lake. Electric sites, no water, some pull through. Close to town. Only $20 a night, would definitely stay again. Went to the Omaha Zoo and it was great!

  • Spicy M.
    Oct. 3, 2025

    Cowskin Bay South

    Free is free

    For a free spot not bad. Dumpster, pit toilet that is a bit too full. Very oddly set up half sites don't have shade. On 4-5 water front. The view is outstanding. Good breeze. And for some reason the flies are out of control. Muddy clay banks but you can get to the water easy enough

  • Keith M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 3, 2025

    Lake Sahoma

    Not peaceful

    People coming and going all night. Cops had to show up one night. It's cheap.

  • Overland 1.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 28, 2025

    Sandy Park — Kaw Lake

    Very clean campground

    This campground is very clean and well maintained. Excellent shade from all the trees and the sites are decent size. Water and electric available in each site. The bathrooms are clean and very well situated. I would stay here again.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 25, 2025

    Expo Square RV Park

    Decent clean close to Route 66

    Huge campground, level concrete pads , clean and 50 bucks for 30 amp , showers and restrooms

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 8, 2025

    Blue Creek

    Excellent spacious campground

    We loved our stay here. Everyone was so kind and respectful. The campground host and his dog were excellent and so helpful! We enjoyed swimming and taking a breather from our roadtrip. Quite peaceful and room to explore!

  • Sean M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 1, 2025

    Pawhuska Lake (Old City Lake) Dispersed

    Nice but overgrown.

    It’s an ok campground. It looks like it hasn’t been mowed at all this year. Some of the sites would be hard to get to with all the tall grass. I camped on the back part and it was easy enough to get to. The toilets are just OK. One has the water level pretty high so I wouldn’t use that but the other one would be OK. I’m here in July and nobody else is here.

  • Tyler S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 29, 2025

    Lake Ponca Campgrounds

    Trashy looking camp area

    Not appealing whatsoever. Small, and usually has some people in there that leave messes and stare a lot


Guide to Cleveland

Keystone Lake dominates the camping scene around Cleveland, Oklahoma, providing water recreation throughout three seasons. The lake sits at an elevation of 723 feet and has 330 miles of shoreline accessible from multiple campgrounds within a 15-mile radius. Oklahoma's climate creates distinct camping seasons, with March through October offering the most reliable conditions for tent campers and RV enthusiasts alike.

What to do

Disc golf at Feyodi Creek: The 18-hole disc golf course at Feyodi Creek provides a challenging course rated 4.4/5 by users. "The campgrounds have access to Keystone lake, as well as bathrooms and showers. The campgrounds also have a 18 hole disc course that is rated 4.4/5 on UDisc, playgrounds, and gazebos," notes Aaron H.

Bird watching along Arkansas River: Visit during spring or fall migration periods when thousands of birds travel through the area. "When we were there, a great pelican migration was going on, and there were thousands of birds flying up the river. It was incredibly beautiful," shares Christine N. about her experience at Feyodi Creek.

Kayaking in protected coves: Lake Country campground at Keystone State Park offers calm water perfect for paddlers. "The cove is pretty rocky but there is a swimming area and a couple of good areas to launch/land a kayak. The cove stays pretty calm since it's, well, a cove and due to it being a no wake zone because of the marina," explains Brian B.

Beach access on northern shores: Venture slightly north of the main camping areas to find better swimming spots. "If you head north on the water about a mile or so from the cove and go around the point you'll find a nice sandy beach across the way," advises Brian B. about exploring from Keystone State Park.

What campers like

Waterfront sites with room for equipment: Tall Chief Cove offers spacious lakeside camping with multiple setups possible. "We love to camp at Tall Chief Cove - Skiatook. We have camped here several times with friends and share the same site, with spots for two campers; right on the lake," says Liz R., highlighting the generous site sizing.

Quiet coves away from main lake traffic: Many campers appreciate the protected water areas. "The cove stays pretty calm since it's, well, a cove and due to it being a no wake zone because of the marina," notes Brian B. about Lake Country campground. These sheltered areas provide safer water recreation for families.

Modern bathroom facilities at select campgrounds: COE Lake Skiatook Twin Points receives praise for its clean facilities. "Great State Park close to Tulsa. RV sites and primitive Tent Camping. Great clean and modern toilets and showers with heating and air near the marina," shares James K. This distinguishes Twin Points from some other area campgrounds with more basic amenities.

Winter camping options: Unlike many seasonal campgrounds, some locations remain open year-round. "A nice state park with lots of services. A full marina, a little restaurant on the dock. Full hook up camping is available throughout the year. Close to a small town with shopping, fuel, and a couple great restaurants," says Timothy K. about Keystone State Park.

What you should know

Water hookup challenges: At The RV Park at Keystone Lake, the water connections require getting on your knees. "The water hookup is under the ground like a water meter location, and both my husband & myself have physical limitations that prevent us from getting on our knees to reach under the ground for hookups," explains Neda H., suggesting this might be difficult for those with mobility issues.

Shared water sources at some campgrounds: Plan ahead with proper equipment. "You'll want to bring at least 50' of water hose (probably more), as the spigots mostly seemed to be quite a distance from the pads. Also, bring a water hose splitter. Many sites share a single faucet," advises Travis W. about Twin Points.

Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for insects and occasional unwelcome visitors. "Though we didn't actually see much wildlife, we did have what we think was a sneaky raccoon steal our bread in the night, so lock that cooler up tight!" warns Jordan N. about camping at Keystone State Park.

Tent sites can flood in heavy rain: Locations directly adjacent to the water may become unusable after storms. "The only bad thing is the tent sites are next to the waters edge and can get flooded out. The RV sites are the best for they have shade trees," notes Melanie W. about Jellystone Park at Keystone Lake.

Tips for camping with families

Ranger-led nature programs: Keystone State Park offers educational opportunities for children. "The park features a couple of trails that are good for walking, hiking, and running. Both are connected to the Lake Country campground and one of them will take you to the General Store near the park entrance," says Brian B., highlighting the nature trail system.

Beginner-friendly camping experience: Keystone State Park Campground serves as an excellent introduction to outdoor recreation. "This has always been a good spot for bringing our beginning camping friends to get them introduced to camping before any longer camping trips," recommends Tom K., making this campsite near Cleveland, Oklahoma ideal for first-time campers.

Swimming areas vary significantly: Rocky shorelines dominate many areas, but some offer better swimming conditions. "I forgot to take a picture of the swimming area but it is very Rocky and my children hate swimming there we don't do it very often because of all the rocks on their feet," warns Julie H. about Keystone State Park, suggesting families might want to look for alternate swimming locations.

Seasonal noise considerations: Some campgrounds host entertainment that might affect families with young children. "Absolutely breathtaking over at L33. Right next to the one of several parks with a beautiful lake view. The only complaint is it seems there is a bar or something of the sorts and the drumming is loud and very subpar, going until late hours. Not ideal with kiddos," cautions Lynzie T. about Keystone State Park.

Tips from RVers

Lake view selection strategy: RVers seeking views at Twin Points should be selective with sites. "Stayed in B39 with a lake view and saw lots of bird wildlife. No sewer hookup but had a nice covered pavilion, fire ring, concrete pad with a concrete patio. Loved it," shares Bonnie A.

Full hookup availability: The RV Park at Keystone Lake provides complete services. "This is a brand new park with full hookups, easy access and easy parking. Streets & parking areas are blacktopped and pretty level," reports Neda H., highlighting the modern infrastructure available.

Extended stay amenities: For longer visits, consider premium sites with additional services. "We paid extra for a premium site with high speed internet WiFi connection, trash pickup & other perks because my husband wanted to stream college football games, and the WiFi was great," notes Neda H. about The RV Park at Keystone Lake, beneficial for working campers or those needing reliable connectivity.

Seasonal infrastructure closures: Not all campground areas remain open year-round. "Only Green Country loop was open when we started out, but others opened once we got there. Nice level sites, concrete pad with full hook up. Good ATT & Verizon service," advises Gary P. about Keystone State Park, suggesting early or late season campers should confirm which sections are operational.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Cleveland, OK?

According to TheDyrt.com, Cleveland, OK offers a wide range of camping options, with 119 campgrounds and RV parks near Cleveland, OK and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Cleveland, OK?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Cleveland, OK is Keystone State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 16 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Cleveland, OK.

What parks are near Cleveland, OK?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 19 parks near Cleveland, OK that allow camping, notably Skiatook Lake and Heyburn Lake.