Fort Supply Lake encompasses 5,600 surface acres in northwestern Oklahoma with elevations ranging from 2,004 to 2,028 feet above sea level. The lake features several Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds with varying amenities across the northern and southern shores. Water levels fluctuate seasonally, affecting boat ramp access and swimming conditions at certain campgrounds.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Fort Supply Lake offers year-round fishing with multiple access points around the lake. COE Fort Supply Lake Supply Park provides good fishing access with ample parking for boats. According to one camper, "There are multiple campgrounds available and a lot of spots," making it easy to find a good fishing location.
Cave exploration: Alabaster Caverns State Park Campground is located approximately 30 miles from Fort Supply Lake and offers guided cave tours for $10. One visitor notes, "Beautiful displays of gypsum looking sleek as glass. No pictures allowed in the caverns. No smoking, vaping, food or bottled water either. Wear decent shoes due to slick, muddy spots and a jacket."
Swimming options: The lake has designated swimming areas at several campgrounds. Supply Park features "Amazing swimming area. Helpful staff," and has sandbars that are "a great place to stop and let the kids play safely in the water." For those seeking more developed facilities, Boiling Springs State Park offers "a HUGE pool" during summer months.
Hiking trails: While the immediate lake area has limited trails, nearby Boiling Springs State Park provides multiple hiking options. A visitor mentioned, "Has a few good hiking trails. 4 or 5 playgrounds which was fun. The bathroom seemed to be cleaned a few times a day. We would stay there again."
What campers like
Spacious sites: Whitetail Campground at Boiling Springs State Park receives praise for its layout and amenities. A camper describes, "Semi-modern (electric and water) and modern hookups (50/30/15) electric, water and sewer. Fire rings, picnic tables lantern Poles. Paved and unpaved sites."
Quiet settings: Fort Supply Wildlife Area provides more secluded camping options. Site #8 is described as "a small field about 1 acre of cut grass and a medium size shade tree. Good Verizon signal. No facilities." This area appeals to those seeking a more primitive experience away from busier campgrounds.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention the well-maintained facilities at Supply Park. One visitor reports, "clean sites, Clean bathrooms, Affordable. Good sells service for T-Mobile. Friendly staff. Beautiful stock lake."
Seasonal wildlife viewing: The area around Fort Supply Lake supports diverse wildlife. Boiling Springs State Park campers report, "Saw some mule deer wandering through in the morning," while others mention seeing various bird species throughout the year.
What you should know
Seasonal facility closures: Winter camping requires preparation as some amenities are unavailable. One camper noted at Supply Park, "I was the only camper here and no water and no bathrooms due to winter."
Water safety concerns: The lake bottom can pose hazards to swimmers. According to a camper, "Wear water shoes while in the water. Too many gashed feet from broken bottles and freshwater mussel shells."
Location-specific atmosphere: Different areas around the lake cater to different camping styles. Beaver Point — Fort Supply Lake is described as "If you are the 'party campers' this isn't a bad place to camp but is not a very good place for viewing wildlife and there are no hiking trails."
Bug preparation: Insect activity varies by season and location. One camper at Boiling Springs noted, "There are GIANT mosquitos in the late spring and summer and they are in swarms," while another mentioned, "Our only complaint which isn't the camps fault is there were so many bees getting in our faces and ears."
Tips for camping with families
Multiple playground options: Spring Hill Campground at Boiling Springs State Park offers extensive facilities for children. A visitor notes, "4 or 5 playgrounds which was fun. The bathroom seemed to be cleaned a few times a day."
Swimming safety: Fort Supply Lake has designated swimming areas, but supervision is essential. A camper advises families to utilize "The sandbars are a great place to stop and let the kids play safely in the water."
Quiet camping sections: For families seeking peaceful surroundings, the north side of Fort Supply Lake tends to be quieter. The south end of Supply Park "is known for the younger party crowd. So if cornhole, music, and beer is your thing, that's the place to be."
Educational opportunities: Nearby attractions offer learning experiences. At Alabaster Caverns, "A very knowledgeable guide took us through the cave and showed us all the cave features. The cave tour is a great idea in the heat of the summer since it's nice and cool down there."
Tips from RVers
Site selection considerations: RV campers should research specific loops at Doby Springs Park, as amenities vary significantly. This lesser-known option provides "a fishing pond, trees, trails, picnic tables, grills, playground equipment, shelter house, and lots of solitude."
Seasonal planning: During peak summer weekends, Supply Park fills quickly. One camper observed, "Even though the park said so many sites were reserved, it was almost empty. I guess people reserve the week to make sure they get a place for weekends?"
Boat parking options: For RVers with boats, certain sites at Supply Park offer additional parking. A visitor mentioned, "The sites were nice and spacious. Park was also nice and right by a lake - they had quite a few campers with boats on their sites so appears to have additional parking to accommodate watercraft in some cases."
Weather preparation: Northwestern Oklahoma experiences significant temperature fluctuations. A camper at Boiling Springs advised, "It can be cold at night" even during warmer seasons, suggesting RVers prepare for overnight temperature drops.
