Osage Hills State Park Campground sits amid 1,100 acres of forested land in northeastern Oklahoma. The park features multiple water access points including Lookout Lake and Sand Creek, with elevations ranging from 700 to 800 feet above sea level. Luxury camping options near Kaw Lake include glamping tents, cabins, and RV sites with varying levels of amenities depending on location.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Coon Creek Cove on Kaw Lake attracts anglers seeking various fish species. "Campsite #35 is at the end of a row and well shaded. Get up early and watch the pelicans come in to the cove... Good fishing," notes Christine N. about Coon Creek Cove.
Disc golf course: Feyodi Creek offers an 18-hole disc golf course rated 4.4/5 on UDisc. "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," according to Aaron H.
Historic exploration: Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) at Osage Hills. "What I really liked was that most of the park was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) during the Depression and New Deal eras. Many of the buildings were still in use including shelters and cabins," shares Annie C. about Osage Hills State Park Campground.
What campers like
Scenic lake views: Bull Creek Peninsula offers dramatic overlooks. "We stayed at site 31. It was on the side with the bluffs. Beautiful sunset overlooking the lake. Trees separated us from the next campsites," says David H. about Bull Creek Peninsula.
Quiet atmosphere: Many glamping sites near Kaw Lake offer peaceful surroundings away from crowds. "We only stopped for a night, but it definitely impressed. Large sites, not too close together. Quiet place, fisherman's delight I bet," writes Bob M. about Coon Creek Cove.
Wildlife viewing: Several campgrounds provide opportunities to spot local animals. "Nestled in a forested and very hilly canyon, this state park is absolutely beautiful... We saw white tail deer, armadillo, & wild Turkey," Dana H. shares about Osage Hills State Park Campground.
What you should know
Limited water access: Not all campgrounds have potable water. "Nice, quiet and clean off the beaten path. Saw a couple of restroom locations. Pretty views!" notes Kory M. about Bull Creek Peninsula. Another camper adds: "It's very primitive so bring plenty of water."
Seasonal considerations: Most luxury glamping options near Kaw Lake operate from spring to fall, with limited winter availability. "They recently mowed and there was clumpy grass all over the place which made the bugs bad," Monte C. observes about Coon Creek Cove during summer.
Campsite privacy varies: "The campground was pretty empty when I was there due to late season and some poor weather expected to roll in... The area is run by the US Army Corps of Engineers and does not take reservations," Annie C. explains about Bull Creek Peninsula.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Sarge Creek offers convenient facilities for children. "Stayed here while barreling across Oklahoma, tent camping. I was able to reserve the last walk in site (Saturday of 4th of July weekend) around 8pm. You can reserve online thru recreation.gov," shares Katherin.
Swimming options: Several campgrounds have swimming areas for kids. "There is a nice overlook in the tent loop to watch the sun rise over the valley. The bathhouse was clean and had electric," Annie C. notes about Osage Hills State Park Campground.
Educational opportunities: "Osage Hills is historic for Oklahoma as it was developed by a CCC camp in the 30's. You have the ability to see the work they did and even hike to the camp itself... I would recommend this park as a great place for family's that are camping with younger children or trying it out for the first time," suggests Tom K.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Cedar Crest RV Park offers various hookup options. "This is a very well maintained RV park... 32 Spacious Hookups, 22 - Drive-through, 10 - Back-in... Located just minutes from Lake McMurtry, Lake Carl Blackwell, Karsten Creek Golf Course," Julie H. explains.
Facilities to expect: Luxury glamping accommodations at Wellington KOA include amenities beyond basic campsites. "Nice campground, friendly staff, very nice patio on slot with fire pit, table, chairs and covered swing," Bryan W. reports about the Wellington KOA.
Booking advice: "This is a small, older campground. It is clean, and the staff is friendly and helpful. We probably are a little late in the season, not real busy (early November). Hookups all work, no problems," notes Mark S. about Wellington KOA, highlighting the advantage of off-season visits for RV glamping.
