RV parks near Muskogee, Oklahoma sit in the rolling foothills of the Ozark Mountains, with elevations ranging from 500 to 700 feet. Summer temperatures typically reach 90°F with high humidity between June and August, while winter nights often drop below freezing. Most campgrounds in this region have clay or gravel soil that can become muddy after rainfall, requiring preparation during spring camping season.
What to do
Lake activities at Tenkiller Lake: Multiple RV parks provide convenient access to boating, fishing, and swimming at Tenkiller Lake, particularly from Tenkiller Bluff RV Park, located half a mile from Barnicle Bills Marina and boat ramp. "Perfect place to rest after a day of water fun!" notes one camper.
Illinois River access: Marval Camping Resort offers direct river access for those interested in paddling or floating. "It's on the Illinois river and is very well kept. Full hookups. Nice staff. Beautiful," explains a visitor who rated the resort highly.
Playground facilities: For families with kids needing playtime between water activities, several parks offer playground equipment. At Tulsa RV Ranch, one visitor noted, "The kids were nice though and my boys enjoyed playing on the playground with them," despite having other concerns about the facility.
What campers like
Private camping spots: Terra Starr RV Park offers a quieter experience with more space between sites. "Lake access for swimming, fishing, kayaking. Parking area for boats in park and nearby boat ramp access. Many sites have shade trees," reports a camper who appreciated the natural setting.
Organized activities: Some parks offer scheduled events that campers enjoy. At Marval Camping Resort, one visitor mentioned, "Activities all weekend and through the week!!" while another elaborated that "This place has everything, movie theater, horse riding, a train that goes around the park, golf carts, tons of activities for the entire family."
Fire pits and firewood: Onapa RV Park & Campground allows campfires and several campers mentioned enjoying the quiet evenings. "I found this campground to be quiet, friendly, plenty of amenities... It has beautiful hiking paths. The people are friendly and helpful," shared one satisfied guest.
What you should know
Site leveling considerations: Many RV parks in the area have sites that aren't perfectly level. One visitor to Crossroads RV Park noted, "Great sites, quiet campground. Wooded, grass, fenced in dog area, clean grounds. This park has souch potential, but there's lots of unfinished projects, poorly marked buildings."
Train noise: Some campgrounds are affected by nearby train tracks. At Love's RV Hookup in Vian, a camper warned, "The train that comes through several times a night uses their horn more than I have ever heard."
Seasonal crowding: Several parks become extremely busy during summer months. One Marval Resort visitor observed, "The sites are close together, it was beyond crowded (my son couldn't even ride his bike because of the constant amount of cars)."
Tips for camping with families
Check activity schedules: Not all activities run year-round at family-oriented parks. "A lot of activities closed because of covid," noted one Marval Resort visitor who was disappointed after arriving with expectations of scheduled activities.
Basketball courts: Onapa RV Park & Campground offers sporting facilities for active children. "It has 50, 30 and 20 amp hookups. It has shower. It has washer and dryers. It has beautiful hiking paths," mentioned a camper who found multiple amenities to keep everyone occupied.
Pool availability: During hot Oklahoma summers, having a swimming pool can be essential. At Terra Starr RV Park, one visitor listed amenities including "Pool, playground, restrooms, laundry room," making it suitable for families needing cool-down options.
Tips from RVers
Bathroom facilities vary widely: Check in advance whether the park maintains clean facilities. One visitor to Tulsa RV Ranch cautioned, "Bathrooms are filthy- trash on the floor, clogged toilet for days, showers have pink mold," recommending self-contained RVs with their own facilities.
Site surface types: Most RV parks in the Muskogee region have either gravel or grass sites. At Country View RV Park, a long-term camper observed, "The entry and pathways where you drive are all gravel. Just before we left a new pile of gravel had been brought in."
Wi-Fi reliability: Internet connectivity can be spotty throughout the region. An Onapa RV Park camper mentioned, "If there was One thing that I didn't like about the site. It's that the Wi-Fi is kind of spotty, but I can work around that."
