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Several tent camping options exist near Fort Gibson, Oklahoma, primarily centered around Fort Gibson Lake and nearby water features. Jackson Bay Recreation Area offers free primitive tent sites along the water with drive-in and walk-in access. Sequoyah Bay State Park provides more developed tent camping with amenities including electric hookups, drinking water, and picnic tables. Both locations allow pets and campfires, providing scenic water views for tent campers exploring northeastern Oklahoma.

Access conditions vary significantly between campgrounds. Jackson Bay Recreation Area features primitive tent setups with no amenities—no drinking water, toilets, or trash service—requiring campers to pack in all supplies and pack out all waste. A camper can stay up to 14 days at this free site. Sequoyah Bay offers more developed facilities with electric hookups, drinking water, and sanitary services, though these come with camping fees. Many tent sites are on level ground with varied amounts of shade. Walk-in tent sites are available at some locations, offering more privacy and natural settings than drive-up areas.

The tent camping experience near Fort Gibson emphasizes lakeside recreation with opportunities for fishing, swimming, and wildlife viewing. Areas like Jackson Bay provide solitude and direct water access from tent sites. One visitor noted, "Beautiful free campground, you can stay here for 14 days. No amenities, but it's well taken care of. Some spots have grills and picnic tables." Morning views over the lake are particularly scenic, with many campers commenting on beautiful sunrises. Primitive tent sites offer more secluded experiences compared to the more developed campgrounds. When planning a tent camping trip, be aware that some areas like Horseshoe Bend Primitive Area may have conflicting information about whether camping is currently permitted.

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  • Heather P.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 19, 2018

    Natural Falls State Park Campground

    Where the Red Fern Grows

    This State Park is best known for the filming of the movie Where the Red Fern Grows and it's understandable why. The falls and the trails/nature walks are beautiful. Very easy hiking/walking with a nice reward on views of the falls and river/stream.

    Now the camping. There is an RV area and a Tent only area. When we arrived (Oct) the RV area was pretty filled up and we prefer less neighbors, plus we were tent camping. So off to the Tent camping area. The sites were nice and level but no real break up/divide between sites. Luckily there was only 2 other Tent campers when we showed up so we chose the opposite side of the area. There were fire rings, grills and cement picnic tables.

    There are full facilities and the camp host does a great job keeping them maintained and also checking in on all the campers/RV'rs.

  • Craig E.
    Aug. 24, 2023

    Bluff Landing

    Quiet, fishable, secluded

    Peaceful area outside of Tulsa metro on the outskirts of Broken Arrow near Coweta. 25min drive into Tulsa. 10min drive to Walmart and fast food. Checkout Smokies BBQ nearby for great food. Sites were pretty level using gravel. A few were completely shaded but most were barely shaded. Shoreline really close to campsites with boatdock and fishable shoreline. Restrooms were clean but very hot. Showers available but did not use. Fire ring, picnic tables and lantern hooks available. Dump station is clean and easily manageable. Grass needed to mowed especially since several snakes were seen. Whole area was pretty clean and peaceful.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2021

    Webbers Falls City Park

    Country Laid Back

    • Quiet time 10:00 pm to 6:00 am 
    • No firearms Tobacco free Pets on leash 
    • Fees and info call 918-464-2920 grills picnic tables Trash Picnic shelter Camphost Dump station New comfort station Electric Water Primitive sites are available Rates from$7.00 to$15.00

    Webbers Falls is a very small community in Muskogee County Oklahoma with a population of just over 600 people. on the Arkansas River. The park is located right next to the river. Wonderful views of the river and the bridge spanning the Arkansas. The campground is dotted with large mature trees. The grass provides a soft carpet for parking any size rig. There is a circle drive and you will pull thru All sites are good sites with view of the river.

    Hunting, fishing, and wild flowers and colors to keep you entertained. Directions off US 64 turn off at the Webber Falls exit; continue straight onto E1040(Weatherly Drive; keep left to continue on Commercial; turn right onto S. River Road; turn left onto Commercial Street

  • S
    Oct. 21, 2019

    Natural Falls State Park Campground

    Great for small family

    We chose the rv site 16 from their website before ever seeing what the campground looked like in person. It is the site toward the back of the rv park overlooking the bluffs. 

    Our site had plenty of tree cover that kept us from seeing the bluffs; but it also provided for a cool experience looking out of the back windows of our camper, especially at night. 

    The sites are a bit too close to one another. But our neighbors in site 15 were super cool. We came with only one bundle of firewood and they quickly provided us with more than enough to have a great time, and more than enough for the next morning. 

    The reason it gets 4 stars is because the sites are too close to one another. What was especially strange is that the fire ring that belongs to site 15 was actually directly behind our pad on site 16. Our fire ring was located between our site and the other neighbor's site (17) next to us. Very strange.

    The campsite otherwise was wonderful. Our kids loved the two playgrounds. The weather was great. So we took a quick stroll through the woods and to the small waterfall nearby. Would definitely go again, maybe even to book two or three sites next to one another, being so close. That would be fun for a larger group.

  • Chad K.
    Sep. 13, 2016

    Sequoyah State Park - Marina and Cabins

    Hidden

    Sequoyah Bay is on the west side of Fort Gibson lake, not far from Wagner. The campsites are space out for privacy and close to the lake. The Corp maintains this campground well. There is a boat dock that provided a nice place to throw your pole in.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 12, 2021

    Ladybird Landing

    Ladylike at the Ladybird

    • Jan 1  Dec 31
    • 57 sites electric and non and 50 amp available
    • Some pull through
    • $10 - 22
    • Reservations accepted 877-444-6777 or recreation.gov
    • Beach
    • Boat ramp
    • Drinking water
    • Dump station
    • Marina
    • Day use with picnic area
    • Playground
    • Flush toilets
    • Showers
    • Pets allowed
    • Grills/fire rings
    • Picnic table
    • Cell service

    Wonderful sunsets along the rocky shore.  When the mist is rising over the waters a feeling of peace will wash over you.

    There are many water sites, some pull throughs, back in, some paved, some a bit uneven but this is still a great campground. Most site are shaded.

     Gates open at 6AM and close at 10PM 

    Check out Time 4PM, Check in Time 6PM 

    Quiet Hours: 10PM to 6AM 

    Camping is permitted in designated campsites only. Each campsite is limited to 1 wheeled camping unit with up to 3 tents. 

    Camping is limited to 14 consecutive days within any 30 day period. 

    Campers must occupy the campsite at least once during each 24 hour period.

    Lake Eufaula is a reservoir on the Canadian River which is upstream from the confluence with the Arkansas River. It is the largest capacity lake in Oklahoma. It has 800 miles of shoreline. The building of the dam began in 1956 and completed in 1964. The Wildlife Nature at the Eufaula State Park is amazing well worth a visit. You will find miles of hiking, biking, ATV, and equestrian trails in the 31,800 acres. There is a great amount of hunting for quail, deer, geese, and duck. Another great stop is the Eufaula Area Museum(temporarily closed due to COVID). An extra little tidbit is that Dirty Jobs filmed “Worm Dung Farmer” in Eufaula on November 14, 2003 and in Season 2 Episode 9 called “Dirtiest Water Jobs” featured “Catfish Noodling of Eufaula.  

    The lake draws fishermen to test their mettle at large and small mouth bass, Kentucky bass, crappie, catfish, sand bass, strippers, and others. The draw for this area is the great outdoors. Mainly fishing and boating. Fishing tournaments are plentiful. Shopping of just about any type should be far down the list for entertainment. Plan to have a relaxing and peaceful stay.

    Have Fun  Stay Safe

    LNT

    Better than when you found it

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 26, 2022

    Blue Creek

    Enjoy many activities!

    General: Blue Creek is one of four campgrounds operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers on Oologah Lake (the others are Spencer Creek, Red Bud, and Hawthorn Bluff). It is divided into three sections: one with electric hookups (Sites 14-35) and two without (Sites 1-11 and 36-61, with Sites 54-61 that can be used as a group area). On a weekday in early May, the section with electric was full but we had the section with sites 36-61 entirely to ourselves. Sites 1-11 are good for boaters as they are near the boat ramp, however, the sites are not as well delineated (the picnic tables have the site numbers on them and cars park wherever). Since COVID, reservations are required but as with all other CoE campgrounds, the fees are extremely reasonable ($20 for electric,$16 for non-electric and half-price for seniors). 

    Site Quality/Facilities: It is often impossible to determine the best site when reserving but after arriving, we discovered that Site 55 was not going to work for us. It had a very short sloping half-circle drive and after 10 minutes of maneuvering, it was obvious there was no way we were going to be level. It was also rocky so it would be challenging for tents. This site is the furthest away but near the spot where many fish so it will not be as quiet as you might expect. Fortunately, we were able to switch sites (no one else was there!) and Site 42 was much better and like many others, had a large semi-circular drive. Many sites had a covered concrete pad with a large concrete picnic table, utility table, and lantern hook. There was a dump station, but it was coned off when we were there; we did not need it so I did not ask when/if it would be available. 

    Bathhouse: The sections without electricity have vault toilets, which were clean, but the flush toilets/showers are within a reasonable walking distance. These were very clean. Soap but bring your towel. 

    Activities/Amenities: Aside from fishing and boating, there are many activities you can enjoy here including volleyball, horseshoes, bean bag toss, and basketball. When the gate attendant is there, you can check out supplies for these activities. There is also a hiking trail. We saw a few people kayaking. Horses are allowed in the group camping section (Sites 54-61). 

    Perhaps it is because we had an entire section to ourselves, but we had a relaxing and peaceful stay here and would definitely return.

  • Amy & Stu B.
    Jun. 16, 2022

    Dogwood Campground — Lake Eufula State Park

    Excellent stop over

    Gorgeous sites with so many trees! Full hookup, enough space from neighbors while not being too spread out. Picnic tables, fire rings, shade, and easy walk to the restroom and lovely paths to the lake.

    Literally best bathrooms I’ve ever encountered in a park. Very ADA accessible, AIR CONDITIONED TOILETS?!, showers and toilets were single stalls, clean, roomy and had everything you need. Showers had warm water. 10/10

    Nice lake views, but not directly from site—have to walk to get there.

    ATT & Verizon had decent service at both sites.

Guide to Fort Gibson

Tent camping near Fort Gibson, Oklahoma centers around Fort Gibson Lake and the Illinois River. Most campgrounds in this area sit at elevations between 550-650 feet, with summer temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F from June through September. Winter camping remains possible with daytime temperatures typically above freezing, though occasional cold snaps can bring overnight lows into the 20s.

What to do

Kayaking the Illinois River: The Illinois River near Horseshoe Bend Primitive Public Use Area offers excellent paddling opportunities. One camper noted, "Kayakers put in and paddle upstream and float back to boat landing. The river is narrow at this point, moving but not at a fast pace."

Wildlife viewing: Birdwatching is particularly rewarding at riverside camping areas. A visitor to Horseshoe Bend shared, "It is a bird watcher's paradise, and we saw a lot of people fishing. I was able to see multiple species of Oklahoma's woodpeckers, some birds of prey, and many songbirds."

Tennis and horseback riding: Some state parks offer more structured activities beyond water recreation. At Sequoyah Bay State Park Campground, a camper mentioned, "Lots of things to do. Tennis, horse back riding. Even square dancing. Great fun!"

What campers like

Lake views at sunrise: Morning vistas across Fort Gibson Lake rank highly among camper experiences. At Hickory Flats, one visitor wrote, "Beautiful view of the lake in the morning," while others specifically mention the quality of sunrises over the water.

Privacy between sites: Campers appreciate thoughtful site layouts that provide separation. A Sequoyah Bay visitor noted, "This campground has easy, level sites at a nice angle, so you aren't facing right at the back of someone else's trailer."

Creek-side camping: Small waterways offer intimate camping experiences. At Gates Nature Preserve, a camper shared, "Our little campsite was so cozy with a table, a fire pit and a grill. It was right next to the creek!"

What you should know

Pack-in, pack-out requirements: Many primitive areas have no waste facilities. A Jackson Bay Recreation Area visitor warned, "I want to like this place, but most people seem to be abusing this public area. Found a mound of trash near the exit that I assumed was from a local that made an effort to de-trash."

Access road conditions: Some camping areas require vehicles with adequate clearance. At Horseshoe Bend, a camper advised, "Definitely bring a 4x4, and check the weather. Dirt road was rough, but a camaro managed to get through somehow the morning we left."

Conflicting information: Camping regulations change. A recent visitor to Horseshoe Bend reported, "We did camp there in a tent for one night, but were politely told by a game warden the next day that, though it used to be open for that, it is no longer allowed. It is open to the public only during the day."

Tips for camping with families

Nature center activities: State parks offer educational opportunities. At Tenkiller State Park, a visitor recommended, "We checked out the nature center, the main hikes and of course some good old campfire fun. Only complaint is you can definitely hear the traffic, so it's not a full escape."

Playgrounds available: Some developed campgrounds include child-friendly amenities. A Tenkiller visitor mentioned, "It has a marina a boat dock a floating restaurant a volleyball court hiking trails a fishing dock plenty of wildlife restrooms showers playgrounds nature center gift shop."

Rattlesnake awareness: Teach children proper wildlife safety. The same Tenkiller camper cautioned, "But be aware rattlesnakes also enjoy the area."

Tips from RVers

Site selection for water views: Waterfront RV sites may require careful navigation. A Sequoyah Bay camper advised, "We did see some sites near the water that looked tricky to get into, but you'd be right by the water, so that's the trade off, I guess."

Dump station accessibility: Some campgrounds offer convenient sanitation facilities. At Sequoyah Bay, a visitor noted, "The host was friendly and helpful, dump sites easy to manage."

Campground size benefits: Larger parks provide more options during busy periods. A Tenkiller State Park camper shared, "This state park is LARGE. The plus to that is despite busy holiday weekends, spring flooding or special event weekends, you can always find a place to pitch a tent."

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