Best Campgrounds near Milburn, OK

Camping options around Milburn, Oklahoma include established campgrounds and dispersed sites across the region. Blue River Campground and Blue River Camp offer primitive camping experiences along the clear waters of Blue River, while Lake Texoma State Park provides more developed facilities with RV hookups, tent sites, and cabin accommodations. Most campgrounds in the area support both tent and RV camping, with varying levels of amenities from basic toilets to full hookups with water, electric, and sewer connections.

Road conditions and campground accessibility vary throughout the year, with some areas requiring permits or fishing licenses even for non-anglers. "The Blue River is beautiful. The camping is free but you must have an Oklahoma fishing license rather your fishing or not to camp there," noted one visitor about Blue River Campground. Many campgrounds in the region are seasonal, with peak availability from spring through fall. Lake Texoma State Park remains open year-round, offering consistent access regardless of season. Cell service can be spotty in more remote areas, particularly around Blue River, where primitive camping means no electric hookups, drinking water, or showers.

Waterfront camping represents a significant draw for visitors to the Milburn area, with several campgrounds offering direct lake or river access. Lake Texoma State Park features lakeside sites that campers particularly value. A reviewer mentioned, "We stayed here in October at an RV site right on the water." Blue River receives positive reviews for its clear waters and natural setting, with approximately 80 primitive campsites nestled along the riverbank. Campers should be aware of wildlife, including various snake species that inhabit the area. The region's campgrounds balance natural beauty with varying levels of development, from the completely primitive experience at Blue River to the more amenity-rich options at Lake Texoma State Park, where visitors can enjoy boating, fishing, and swimming in addition to camping.

Best Camping Sites Near Milburn, Oklahoma (136)

    1. Blue River Campground

    14 Reviews
    Tishomingo, OK
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 371-9288

    "The camping is free but you must have an Oklahoma fishing license rather your fishing or not to camp there."

    "This place is a gem and is the only natural aquifer left in Oklahoma. You have to have fishing licenses to enter. I thought that was very strange provided we only camp to camp and swim."

    2. Blue River Camp

    5 Reviews
    Milburn, OK
    6 miles

    "When I arrived at the location to which my GPS directed me, I was a little concerned that there was just a building with bathrooms and three large dumpsters off to the side."

    3. Pennington Creek Park

    2 Reviews
    Tishomingo, OK
    8 miles
    Website

    "12 sites Elec n water at ea site, small turn around that could be used in overflow no hook ups, parking spots near pavillions could also be used, some have dump, others have raised holding tanks, plenty"

    4. Buckhorn Campground Loop C — Chickasaw National Recreation Area

    35 Reviews
    Sulphur, OK
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 622-7234

    $20 - $30 / night

    "This is one of our favorite tent and trailer camping locations in Oklahoma."

    "Camp site was clean, and although far from the C comfort station, it was a short walk to the D comfort station."

    5. Lake Texoma State Park — Lake Texoma State Resort Park

    9 Reviews
    Kingston, OK
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 564-2566

    "Bathrooms could use an update but that’s par for the course in Oklahoma."

    "Good shore fishing but not a lot of hiking and such close by. Sunrise and sun set on the water was nice."

    6. Hwy 22 RV Park

    1 Review
    Tishomingo, OK
    9 miles
    +1 (580) 371-7447

    $30 - $40 / night

    7. Eisenhower State Park Campground

    32 Reviews
    Denison, TX
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 465-1956

    $15 - $55 / night

    "Lots of choices, many close to water and some right next to docks/launches. Simple clean sites, just how camp tenting should be."

    "In more recent years they have added ATV trails to accompany the bike and walking trails, the swimming beach and the outdoor amphitheater and pavilion."

    8. Texoma Shores RV Resort

    1 Review
    Kingston, OK
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 795-3828

    9. Little Glasses Resort & Marina

    3 Reviews
    Kingston, OK
    16 miles
    Website

    "The lake views are beautiful, some sites are huge with lots of space and some not so much. The people are very friendly and helpful at all hours of the day. We all had lots of fun here."

    10. Boggy Depot State Park Campground

    2 Reviews
    Coleman, OK
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 889-5625

    "Looking around the park you will see signs and information about the various events and reasons of importance for Boggy Depot throughout the early years of American history."

    "Walking trails. Lots of history here. Look it up before you come visit or learn as you go. It's an amazing little area and soo very quiet and peaceful. Playground and little ponds to fish at."

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Recent Reviews near Milburn, OK

440 Reviews of 136 Milburn Campgrounds


  • Hope M.
    Oct. 14, 2025

    Blue River Campground

    Love Camping here

    I come here alot now with my husband or best friend. My husband and I fish but it’s nice to get away and just to go to the woods and fish.

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

    Blue River Camp

    Very peaceful

    Easy access for our class c, very scenic river water falls

  • c
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Texoma Shores RV Resort

    Beautiful lake texoma

    Nice clean camping area clean showers hot water nice boat ramp

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

    Turner Falls Park

    Turner falls

    Fun area with waterfall, camping, swimming, and zip lines. You have to pay to enter the park and than you have access to everything inside including restaurants and stores. It can get real loud in here as people tend to have music playing loud ALL DAY. The trails are awesome, there is even a cave in an off the trail area back behind the bathrooms at the waterfall. Stay in the wash out area and hike up a ways and than off to your left you climb this up hill rock boulder up to the cave. I'd ask for directions. There are trails back there to that take you up the creek above the waterfall. It's a big area

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

    Blue River Campground

    Blue River camping

    This place is a gem and is the only natural aquifer left in Oklahoma. You have to have fishing licenses to enter. I thought that was very strange provided we only camp to camp and swim.

  • Erin-Frannie R.
    May. 30, 2025

    The Point Campground — Chickasaw National Recreation Area

    Surprised the tent sites were empty.

     We've never been to Chickasaw National Recreation Area so I tried to reserve a site online but they were ALL booked (Memorial Day Weekend). We drove down Thursday night to try to snag a FCFS site. We drove first to Buckhorn but almost every site was full. This seems like the popular grounds for campers with kids. A bit active for our taste so we made the 30 minute drive over to The Point expecting the same. We found all of the tent sites at The Point were empty. I don't know why, the energy was much calmer and quieter. We walked around to found the best site for us. By Friday night the RV sites were all full but there were only a few other tent campers. On the topic of RV’s… The generator hours are 7AM-9AM, 7PM-9PM. We didn’t hear a single generator over our 4 days there. 

    The tent sites are walk-in, not too far from the parking spots. Each are pretty secluded and quiet until Saturday when one of the tent sites decided to play their music loud enough for half of the grounds to hear all day long. There is NO cell or internet signal other than one sweet spot by the bathrooms, so you may get a surge of texts and missed call notifications while you're doing your business. 

    The grounds are very well kept, bathrooms clean, roads clear, and minimal trash at the sites. The timed showers are solar heated and the water temp was pleasant. 

    When the sun starts setting the wildlife start to appear. 3 deer passed right by our campsite with no fear. And I watched a family of squirrels having a good day in a tree we had our tarp tied to. We’ll be going back to experience all of the touristy stuff that we missed due to last minute planning.

  • Tanika L.
    Apr. 11, 2025

    Red River Retreat & RV

    Quiet Spot with Southern Charm – Red Bay Acres RV Resort

    I stayed at Red Bay Acres RV Resort for a week while passing through northern Alabama, and overall, it’s one of those places that delivers exactly what it promises— a calm, no-frills base with just enough personality to make it memorable. The grounds are mostly flat, which makes parking and leveling easy, especially for larger rigs. There’s a light mix of trees across the property, so while it’s not heavily wooded, you’ll find a bit of shade if you plan your site right. The resort isn’t overly packed with amenities, but that kind of works in its favor. If you’re looking for a peaceful stopover rather than a full-on campground experience with rec halls and loud music, this is your spot. It’s quiet, clean, and the community vibe is friendly without being too close for comfort. The hookups worked flawlessly, and the Wi-Fi was surprisingly decent considering how remote the area feels. Red Bay itself is small but has a certain charm, especially if you’re into RV culture. The Tiffin Motorhomes factory is just a few minutes away— a great tour if you’ve never seen how those rigs come together. The Red Bay Museum also adds a nice local touch if you want a quick dose of history without the usual touristy feel. Grocery options are limited, so plan ahead if you're staying more than a couple days. Evenings were laid-back— just enough time to sit out, unwind, and do a bit of light reading or casual browsing. I tend to rotate in and out of quiet digital distractions during downtime, and lately, I’ve found platforms like megapari surprisingly effective for short, low-pressure play sessions. Just something to tap through while the sun drops behind the trees and the campground settles in for the night. If you’re rolling through Alabama and need a well-kept, simple place to recharge— Red Bay Acres does the job. Nothing fancy, but exactly what it needs to be.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 9, 2025

    Eisenhower State Park Campground

    Well Shaded

    Most camp sites are shaded with pull through sites full hook ups, well maintained and quiet.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 2, 2025

    Buckhorn Campground Loop D — Chickasaw National Recreation Area

    Quiet, spacious, shady sites

    Nice sites. May need to level your rig a bit in some sites but the outdoor areas are all very nice and well maintained. Every site has a large flat area with picnic table, fire ring and lamp pole at each. There are four loops and sites for everything from primitive walk in tents to full 50 amp hookups for RVs. I got 2 bars on Verizon and up to 200Mbs with starlink but I was there in the Spring before the trees fully leaved out. Probably poor starlink in most sights when the leaves are in.


Guide to Milburn

Camping near Milburn, Oklahoma offers varied terrain with elevations ranging from 580 to 900 feet above sea level within a 20-mile radius. The area's mixed forest and prairie landscape creates multiple camping environments ranging from riverside sites to lake views. Nearby campgrounds require Oklahoma fishing licenses even for non-anglers at certain locations, with water levels fluctuating seasonally in the various rivers and lakes.

What to do

Disc golf at Boggy Depot Park: The park features a complete disc golf course among old oak trees. "Numerous little spots to camp at. Disc golf course. Walking trails. Lots of history here. Look it up before you come visit or learn as you go," notes a visitor to Boggy Depot State Park Campground.

Trout fishing in winter: The Blue River gets stocked with trout seasonally, making it excellent for winter fishing trips. A camper at Blue River Campground reported, "Stayed during Thanksgiving, after Blue River was stocked with Trout, fishing was awesome. Great family camping and fishing. Highly recommended."

Water activities at multiple levels: From swimming holes to lake activities, the region offers different water experiences. "Swimming is amazing, you can play in springs and waterfalls," mentions a visitor to Buckhorn Campground, while another notes "There's a really neat little spot south of the dam with a rope swing" at Blue River Camp.

What campers like

Natural water features: The clear water and unique aquifer system draw many visitors. "This place is a gem and is the only natural aquifer left in Oklahoma," notes a visitor to Blue River Camp. Another camper adds, "The water is so clear, you can see the fish in it."

Varied camping environments: From wooded sites to waterfront locations, the area provides different camping experiences. "Wooded sites are perfect for a hammock. Lots of choices, many close to water and some right next to docks/launches," mentions a visitor to Eisenhower State Park Campground.

Historical significance: Some campgrounds feature rich historical backgrounds. At Boggy Depot Park, a camper notes it "received its name from Clear Boggy Creek and was originally used as a depot for the Chickasaw and Choctaw people as they arrived in Indian Territory during the removal. Then a Confederate commissary and outpost depot during the Civil War."

What you should know

License requirements: Oklahoma fishing licenses are mandatory at certain locations even if you're not fishing. A visitor to Blue River Campground states, "Luckily our friends in the area knew about this spot and the restrictions: you need to have an OK fishing license to camp (or visit) here."

Wildlife awareness: Snakes and other wildlife are present throughout the region. "Hiking is great but watch out for snakes on the ground along trails. I saw a few. There are many snakes such as rattlesnakes and copperheads," cautions a camper.

Water conditions vary: Water levels and conditions can change seasonally. "It is not ideal for floating as you will have to portage every quarter mile or so," mentions a visitor to Blue River regarding water navigation.

Tips for camping with families

Check swimming areas early: Popular swimming spots fill quickly during peak times. "Nearby swimming areas at Little Niagara and Travertine Creek were very packed during the day, so we only visited during the early morning when the water was very cold," notes a visitor to Buckhorn Campground Loop C.

Consider playground access: Some campgrounds offer family-friendly facilities. A visitor to Little Glasses Resort mentioned, "There's a kids playground, nice pool, and dog play area," making it suitable for family stays.

Food storage precautions: Wildlife can be problematic with food items. "The raccoons can be aggressive, keep your food put up in your car or a cooler and throw away your trash nightly unless you want to pick it up in pieces the next day. They may rip your tent to get to food," warns a camper.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling challenges: Some RV sites require significant adjustment. A camper at Buckhorn Campground reports, "Just beware if you are camping in an RV, the site is VERY unlevel! We were in a pop up camper and had one tire up off the ground at least 6 inches with our Baleveler."

Seasonal considerations: Summer camping can be particularly challenging at exposed sites. A visitor to Lake Texoma State Park notes, "Not a lot of shade here, so summer would be sweltering. We stayed early October and it was great weather."

Shuttle services: RV parks near attractions sometimes offer transportation. "Very clean KOA right next to Choctaw casino. They have a shuttle that comes right to your spot to take you to the casino," mentions a camper about the convenience at Choctaw RV Park.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Milburn, OK?

According to TheDyrt.com, Milburn, OK offers a wide range of camping options, with 136 campgrounds and RV parks near Milburn, OK and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Milburn, OK?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Milburn, OK is Blue River Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 14 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Milburn, OK.

What parks are near Milburn, OK?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 26 parks near Milburn, OK that allow camping, notably Lake Texoma and Chickasaw National Recreation Area.