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Best Tent Camping near Okmulgee, OK

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State parks and recreation areas surrounding Okmulgee, Oklahoma provide several options for tent camping, with most sites situated near lakes and waterways. Okmulgee & Dripping State Park Campground offers tent campsites in a secluded setting, while Jackson Bay Recreation Area provides free primitive tent camping with a 14-day stay limit. Tent-only sites at Newt Graham Lock and Dam feature walk-in access for campers seeking more isolation. Lake McAlester, located south of Okmulgee, maintains basic tent camping facilities for visitors preferring minimal amenities.

Most tent campgrounds in the Okmulgee region have limited facilities, requiring campers to bring essential supplies. Jackson Bay Recreation Area lacks trash receptacles, so visitors must pack out all waste. According to reviews, some spots include grills and picnic tables, but amenities vary widely between locations. Tent campsites at Okmulgee & Dripping State Park feature shade trees but outdated bathroom facilities. The access roads to primitive tent camping areas often transition from paved to gravel or dirt surfaces, with some requiring careful navigation during wet conditions. Sunset Bay offers an outhouse with water access, though security concerns have been noted by local observers.

Tent campers frequently mention the peaceful atmosphere at these locations, particularly at Jackson Bay Recreation Area. One visitor reported, "When I was there nobody else was. The water was gorgeous and the site was peaceful." Morning views of the lake at sunrise create memorable experiences for backcountry tent camping enthusiasts. Okmulgee & Dripping State Park Campground provides "a quiet getaway except for some weekends" according to a regular visitor, who noted the park's proximity to good bass fishing. Walk-in tent sites generally offer more seclusion than drive-up areas, with fewer neighboring campers and reduced noise. The region's tent campgrounds serve as excellent bases for fishing, hiking, and water activities, with most primitive tent camping areas situated within short distances of shorelines or boat launches.

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  • Craig E.
    Aug. 24, 2023

    Bluff Landing

    Quiet, fishable, secluded

    Peaceful area outside of Tulsa metro on the outskirts of Broken Arrow near Coweta. 25min drive into Tulsa. 10min drive to Walmart and fast food. Checkout Smokies BBQ nearby for great food. Sites were pretty level using gravel. A few were completely shaded but most were barely shaded. Shoreline really close to campsites with boatdock and fishable shoreline. Restrooms were clean but very hot. Showers available but did not use. Fire ring, picnic tables and lantern hooks available. Dump station is clean and easily manageable. Grass needed to mowed especially since several snakes were seen. Whole area was pretty clean and peaceful.

  • Tom K.
    Jun. 24, 2018

    Keystone State Park Campground

    Close to town; main spot for boaters

    As a typical Oklahoma State Park, this campground is what you would expect. Built in the 50's and very few upgrades, it remains as a mostly RV/ Boaters park. Many family's go here for the shore line swimming and boating opportunities. The bathrooms are okay but haven't been updated but you don't have to worry about vault toilets. I would suggest bringing soap. Since we tent, it is fairly easy finding a level spot but they do not have platforms or any premade sites to set up. Some sites do have fire rings but most do not but they do have tables. This has always been a good spot for bringing our beginning camping friends to get them introduced to camping before any longer camping trips.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 12, 2021

    Ladybird Landing

    Ladylike at the Ladybird

    • Jan 1  Dec 31
    • 57 sites electric and non and 50 amp available
    • Some pull through
    • $10 - 22
    • Reservations accepted 877-444-6777 or recreation.gov
    • Beach
    • Boat ramp
    • Drinking water
    • Dump station
    • Marina
    • Day use with picnic area
    • Playground
    • Flush toilets
    • Showers
    • Pets allowed
    • Grills/fire rings
    • Picnic table
    • Cell service

    Wonderful sunsets along the rocky shore.  When the mist is rising over the waters a feeling of peace will wash over you.

    There are many water sites, some pull throughs, back in, some paved, some a bit uneven but this is still a great campground. Most site are shaded.

     Gates open at 6AM and close at 10PM 

    Check out Time 4PM, Check in Time 6PM 

    Quiet Hours: 10PM to 6AM 

    Camping is permitted in designated campsites only. Each campsite is limited to 1 wheeled camping unit with up to 3 tents. 

    Camping is limited to 14 consecutive days within any 30 day period. 

    Campers must occupy the campsite at least once during each 24 hour period.

    Lake Eufaula is a reservoir on the Canadian River which is upstream from the confluence with the Arkansas River. It is the largest capacity lake in Oklahoma. It has 800 miles of shoreline. The building of the dam began in 1956 and completed in 1964. The Wildlife Nature at the Eufaula State Park is amazing well worth a visit. You will find miles of hiking, biking, ATV, and equestrian trails in the 31,800 acres. There is a great amount of hunting for quail, deer, geese, and duck. Another great stop is the Eufaula Area Museum(temporarily closed due to COVID). An extra little tidbit is that Dirty Jobs filmed “Worm Dung Farmer” in Eufaula on November 14, 2003 and in Season 2 Episode 9 called “Dirtiest Water Jobs” featured “Catfish Noodling of Eufaula.  

    The lake draws fishermen to test their mettle at large and small mouth bass, Kentucky bass, crappie, catfish, sand bass, strippers, and others. The draw for this area is the great outdoors. Mainly fishing and boating. Fishing tournaments are plentiful. Shopping of just about any type should be far down the list for entertainment. Plan to have a relaxing and peaceful stay.

    Have Fun  Stay Safe

    LNT

    Better than when you found it

  • Amy & Stu B.
    Jun. 16, 2022

    Dogwood Campground — Lake Eufula State Park

    Excellent stop over

    Gorgeous sites with so many trees! Full hookup, enough space from neighbors while not being too spread out. Picnic tables, fire rings, shade, and easy walk to the restroom and lovely paths to the lake.

    Literally best bathrooms I’ve ever encountered in a park. Very ADA accessible, AIR CONDITIONED TOILETS?!, showers and toilets were single stalls, clean, roomy and had everything you need. Showers had warm water. 10/10

    Nice lake views, but not directly from site—have to walk to get there.

    ATT & Verizon had decent service at both sites.

  • Melanie W.
    Sep. 30, 2020

    Stroud Municipal Lake

    Small and quite

    It is a nice little campground that has R.V. camping and tent camping. We like camping here because the campsite is next to the shore. There are some nice camping spots under shade trees. When you want to cool off you can just walk from your campsite to the water and get in and cool off. However don't wear white when you go swimming because after you go swimming white cloths turn orange. It does have a swim beach but we like to swim privately at camp. The fishing is pretty good. There is a playground and restrooms with showers. They only have about 25 campsites that are 1st come 1st serve. Getting a campsite near holidays like the 4th of July is almost impossible unless you go days early to get a spot. The campsites have picnic tables, grills and a fire ring. They also have trails for riding horses. Camping with electric is $18.00 Senior citizens (55 and up) and disabled citizens is $15.00 Primitive camping is$8.00

  • Stephen & Theresa B.
    Jun. 18, 2021

    Rocky Point (ft Gibson)

    Beautiful Lake Shore Campground

    Ft Gibson Lake near Wagoner Oklahoma offers six class A campgrounds for RV and tent camping, six marinas, multiple boat ramps on 19,990 surface acres of lake with 225 miles of shoreline. Our visit was to Rocky Point COE with a gated/staffed entry station, multiple camp hosts, day use areas, boat ramps, interior paved roads, RV concrete pads, large table, fire ring, grill, lantern holder, 50/30/15 amp electric and water on class A sites plus tent camping sites complete with shelters, tables, fire rings, grills, dispersed water spigots. The campground had a dump station, bath house and several trash receptacles. Most sites were on the water or had a water view and adequately spaced to enjoy the amazing sunrises and sunsets. We enjoyed site 2A which was a level pull through and big rig friendly. The rocky shoreline is a birders paradise...we had an eagle, three Great Blue Herons and plentiful hawks to name a few. The town of Wagoner has all the essentials to include grocery, fuel, dining and yes, Walmart. Verizon cell coverage was 1- 2 bars. The America The Beautiful Senior Pass is good for 50% camping discount. Recommend a look at Google Maps to plan your route into the campground from Oklahoma Hwy 69 as Garmin and Google are a little wacky. Just follow the signs!! 8568 STATE HWY. 251A, Wagoner, OK 74434 GPS- 36.027978,-95.314844

  • Kassi S.
    Jun. 2, 2021

    Belle Starr Park Campground

    Lake Views

    This campground is a Corps of Engineers campground. As you drive in you are greeted by a toll booth building where you can either pick up your car tag or the attendant can give you a map with open sites. You must book the sites online through the recreation.gov website. The gates to this campground close at 10 pm & reopen at 6 am. In emergencies between 10 pm & 6 am you can exit the campground but can not re-enter as there are tire spikes. Check in time is stated as 6 pm and check out is 4 pm; however, we checked in around 3 pm.

    There are 3 sections to this campground: west, central, & east. The central campground appeared to be the most updated with wide, concrete spaces. Trees are abundant here and provide nice shade, but be mindful of falling branches. All sites have electricity 30/50 amp. Some sites have water located on site, some have water located about 40 ft away (bring extra water hoses), and some have no water. No sewers in any sites, but there are dump stations located within the campground.

    The campground has several bathhouses and vault toilets. I did not tour any of the women’s bathrooms but my husband said the men’s was dirty and the toilet would not flush.

    There are two playgrounds for children and lots of sandy beach areas to swim in and set up lawn chairs, etc... The campground also has a boat ramp and courtesy dock.

    We camped on site C58. The site was wide, clean, and has a concrete pad. It was well spaced from other campers and had a nice lake view even though we weren’t directly on the lake.

    Pros: •Lake Eufaula access •Sites directly on the lake or short walking distance •Gated campground •Has a variety of sites and able to accommodate big rv’s •Concrete pad sites

    Cons: •No sewer •Needs lawn maintenance •Bathrooms need cleaning & updating

  • i
    Jun. 9, 2022

    Sheppard Point

    Uncomfortable

    My RV spot is so unlevel it's almost unusable. Front to back there is 2 feet in elevation difference and a foot from side to side.

    The power pedestal, from the 120v 20amp receptacle, is putting out 134v. The neighboring spot's pedestal is putting out 103v.

    The bathroom near the campground was closed due to a water leak and a sign on the door said to use the restrooms near the beach. They were reasonably clean but not too private. There was nowhere to change except in the shower with its cheap curtain.

    Grass is very long in some areas, needs to be mowed to help with the amount of bugs.

    Each campsite has a fire ring, picnic table, and charcoal grill which is nice.

  • Terry P.
    Aug. 13, 2022

    Rocky Point (ft Gibson)

    Older campground

    Rocky Point is an older park with some partially shaded and some open sites. Many of the sites have views of the lake. Sites 1-32 are scattered around a hill with those closer to the water having fewer trees. The bathhouse for these sites is very old with low shower heads and stained steel toilets. The women's showers did not have any water. We opted not to use the older bathroom. The sites in this section often had sloping and, in some cases, crumbling asphalt, down to somewhat flat concrete pads. Water is shared between sites and can require a long hose. Bring a splitter. Sites 45-63 are in a line along an adjacent peninsula and have fewer trees, but a nice, new bathhouse. We were in site 32, partially shaded and with no other campsites on our picnic table side.

Guide to Okmulgee

Tent camping near Okmulgee, Oklahoma, offers a blend of serene landscapes and outdoor activities, perfect for nature enthusiasts looking to escape the hustle and bustle.

Tent campers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy fishing at the tranquil Okmulgee & Dripping State Park Campground, located on the shores of a great bass fishing lake, ideal for a peaceful getaway.
  • Explore the scenic beauty of Jackson Bay Recreation Area, where you can camp for free and enjoy stunning views over the lake at sunrise.
  • Take a hike and discover the natural surroundings at Newt Graham Lock and Dam, where the rocky terrain and beautiful scenery provide a perfect backdrop for outdoor adventures.

Tent campers should check out Sequoyah Bay State Park

  • Experience a variety of activities at Sequoyah Bay State Park Campground, which offers amenities like drinking water, electric hookups, and opportunities for horseback riding and tennis.
  • Enjoy the well-maintained sites and friendly hosts at Lake McAlester, where you can relax and unwind in a peaceful environment.
  • For a more secluded experience, visit Three Ponds Community, featuring stocked ponds for fishing and a serene atmosphere perfect for solo trips.

Tips for tent camping near Okmulgee

  • Be prepared for limited amenities at Sunset Bay, which offers a more rustic experience with drinking water and picnic tables but lacks showers and trash services.
  • If you're looking for a quiet spot, consider Evergreen Marina, where you can enjoy big rig-friendly sites and a peaceful environment, though amenities are minimal.
  • For those seeking a unique experience, Jackson Bay Marina offers a chance to camp near the water without the usual amenities, making it a great spot for adventurous campers.

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