Lake Thunderbird State Park near Meeker, Oklahoma sits at 1,100 feet elevation and features red sandstone terrain common to central Oklahoma. Seasonal rainfall patterns create muddy conditions during spring months, while summer temperatures regularly exceed 95°F. The region's campgrounds typically experience high winds due to the open terrain.
What to do
Fishing access: 0.5 miles from camp: At Lake Thunderbird State Park - Rose Rock RV Campground, visitors can find distinctive crystalline baryte red rose rocks. "The crystalline baryte red rose rocks are easy to find," notes Travis M., who recommends fall visits when temperatures are milder.
Swimming opportunities: Lake Thunderbird offers swimming options within walking distance of camping areas. "When I camped there was clean. We stayed a week in a tent fishing camping swimming had a great time," reports Seama W. from Rose Rock campground, giving the experience five stars.
Mini golf and recreation: Twin Fountains RV Park provides on-site entertainment including mini golf, though some visitors note it needs maintenance. "We all enjoyed fishing the pond and having a fire each night!" shares Meghan P., highlighting additional recreation options beyond golf.
What campers like
Storm shelters: Safety features at RV parks near Meeker include dedicated storm shelters. Roadrunner RV Park offers "lots of grass, concrete pads, and storm shelters," according to Steve H., who cautions about the dangerous turn into the park from the interstate.
Extra amenities: Some parks offer unusual perks. At Rockwell RV Park, guests receive "free coffee and muffins every morning. My youngest did not miss a day," reports Bret N., who appreciated the indoor pool and buffalo enclosure during a Thanksgiving week stay.
Concrete pads and landscaping: Level sites with proper concrete pads make setup easier. "All concrete and level. Lots of grass for the pups," notes Bill B. about Roadrunner RV Park, though mentioning sites are somewhat close for extended stays.
What you should know
Weather considerations: Summer heat impacts camping comfort throughout the region. "Nice in the fall but summers can be hot," warns Travis M. about Lake Thunderbird, suggesting seasonal planning for your visit.
Ground conditions: The red soil in Oklahoma creates housekeeping challenges. "The only downside is the red dirt that is easy to track into your camper. Its Oklahoma," explains Erich H. from Oak Glen RV & Mobile Home Park.
Site spacing variations: Site density differs between campgrounds. Turkey Pass at Lake Thunderbird offers "spacious camp sites most are pull through," according to Rod A., while other parks place sites closer together.
Bathroom conditions: Facility quality varies significantly between parks. "Bathrooms are older but clean. Showers have HOT water," reports Rod A. about Turkey Pass campground, while Amy B. notes some park bathrooms "are in a serious need of an update."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Turkey Pass — Lake Thunderbird State Park includes "an ADA accessible Fishing dock" according to Andrew W., making it suitable for families with accessibility needs.
Child-appropriate facilities: Rose Rock campground includes "a small playground appropriate for young children," according to Vanessa M., who also notes the campground host sells firewood for evening activities.
Entertainment options: Some parks offer extensive family activities. Twin Fountains provides "a pool, hot tub, game room, library, laundry and restaurant," according to Debbie S., who praises the park's design and staff assistance.
Wildlife viewing: Rockwell RV Park maintains a buffalo enclosure that appeals to children. "The kids loved the 7 baby Buffalo on the property," reports Lauren W., who found the park "nice, quiet, and clean" during their stay.
Tips from RVers
Satellite dish positioning: For RVers requiring satellite connectivity, site selection matters. "We have a 40 foot fifthwheel and was able to find several sites that would work for sat dish," advises Rick V. about Turkey Pass, though he warns about tree scratching issues.
Cell service coverage: Mobile connectivity varies throughout the area. Turkey Pass reports "3 bars of 5G for Verison and T-Mobile" according to Rick, while Love's RV Stop-Choctaw OK 486 offers "easy in and out, with plenty of space and nearby amenities" according to J K.
Overnight convenience: For travelers passing through, Oak Glen RV Park serves practical needs. "Not far from Walmart so it was a good place to restock the fridge!" mentions Seth, who found it "perfect little spot for a nice cheap overnight stay."
Utility hookup positions: Some campgrounds have unusual utility placements. At Roadrunner RV Park, "some sites have sewer hookups toward the far rear with a slight incline, so it may take an extension or 2 pending your rig and some imagination," advises Daniel L.
