State parks and wildlife areas around Mooreland, Oklahoma provide camping options in a region where elevations range from 1,800 to 2,300 feet. Summer temperatures often reach the upper 90s with occasional thunderstorms, while winter nights can drop below freezing. The landscape features a mix of plains, sandstone formations, and small lakes that provide refuge for various camping styles.
What to do
Sand dune adventures: Little Sahara State Park's Buttercup campground offers unique experiences among towering sand dunes. "Most people rent dune buggies or bring their jeeps to enjoy the dunes, but we just camped and roamed the dunes by ourselves. It's such a unique park - you don't get to walk around miles of sandunes every day!" notes Katie K.
Cave exploration: Tours at Alabaster Caverns State Park provide underground adventures for $10 per person. "The cave tour is a great idea in the heat of the summer since it's nice and cool down there. We hiked a couple of the trails. There were some strenuous parts but the scenery is worth it," explains Richard.
Wildlife viewing: Early morning and evening hours provide the best opportunities to spot deer, raccoons, and various bird species. "We only spent one night, but enjoyed the hiking trail and viewing the spring. A nice respite for weary travelers. Saw some mule deer wandering through in the morning," reports Anita B. from Spring Hill Campground.
What campers like
Quiet weekday camping: Many campgrounds in the area experience higher traffic on weekends but remain peaceful mid-week. "Peaceful in early November. In a tent site but just slept in the back of my suv. Bathrooms clean and nice," shares Jeffrey Z. about his stay at Spring Hill Campground.
Dark skies for stargazing: The region has minimal light pollution, creating excellent stargazing conditions. "The area appears to be a Dark Sky Area with little artificial light, so the night sky was brilliant!" notes Charyle C. from Alabaster Caverns State Park.
Lake activities: Fort Supply Lake provides water recreation options during warmer months. "Amazing swimming area. Helpful staff. Holiday's are busy... If you have a boat the sandbars are a great place to stop and let the kids play safely in the water," recommends Keri F.
What you should know
Seasonal facility closures: Winter campers should prepare for limited services. "I was the only camper here and no water and no bathrooms due to winter," notes Teresa T. about Fort Supply Lake camping areas.
Weather preparedness: The region experiences extreme temperature swings, with summer highs reaching upper 90s and winter nights dropping below freezing. "This is a really great park in Major County, Oklahoma. Very close to other natural sites like, Little Sahara and the Gloss (Glass) Mountains. We prefer tent camping in the canyon area, but be forewarned that it can be cold at night," advises Dusty G.
Insect considerations: Bring insect repellent, especially during warmer months. "We unfortunately didn't visit the actual spring, so I'm not sure how that is... We saw one deer here, and found a couple ticks, so bring your bug spray!" warns Tommy S.
Tips for camping with families
Multiple playgrounds: Several parks offer playground options for children. "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," reports Richard about Fort Supply Wildlife Area.
Footwear safety: Water shoes are recommended for lake swimming. "Wear water shoes while in the water. Too many gashed feet from broken bottles and freshwater mussel shells," warns Ryan S. about Fort Supply Lake.
Kid-friendly hiking: Short trails appropriate for children can be found throughout the area. "The campgrounds at Boiling Springs State Park are small and the majority are RV sites. There are GIANT mosquitos in the late spring and summer and they are in swarms. The park is not as well taken care of as it used to be. Small trails are near by and there are plenty of deer and raccoons to see," shares Morgan K.
Tips from RVers
Site selection considerations: Choose RV sites based on your preference for sun exposure or shade. "Our site was good, not too much sun beating on us and the trees shaded the site well. Good for light biking on pavement or walking. Sites seem to be well maintained," explains N L. about their stay at Beaver Point.
Hookup quality: RV parks in the area offer varying levels of electrical service. "Clean sites, Clean bathrooms, Affordable. Good sells service for T-Mobile. Friendly staff. Beautiful stock lake. Main town is less than 15 miles away with pretty much anything you need," notes Jon S.
Supply runs: Woodward (about 15 minutes from most campgrounds) has essential services. "The town of Woodward is about 15 minutes away and has a Walmart, couple each of farm/ranch supply, hardware, and grocery stores. For the religious, a unique experience would be the Cowboy Church Sunday service," adds Ryan S.
