Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Ponca City, OK

Lake Ponca Campgrounds offers electric RV sites with shared water access for $25 per night, with restrooms and shower facilities. Each campsite includes a picnic table, and pets are welcome throughout the grounds. Recent bathroom renovations provide clean facilities for campers and their pets. Bear Creek Cove, McFadden Cove, and Coon Creek Cove also allow pets, featuring campgrounds with water and electric hookups that accommodate both tent and RV camping. Most sites provide picnic tables and fire rings where campers can relax with their dogs after a day of outdoor activities. The campgrounds maintain a clean environment with trash collection available at most locations.

Kaw Lake area campgrounds provide multiple pet-friendly options with access to hiking trails where leashed dogs can explore. The Eagle View Trail accessible from Osage Cove serves as an excellent pet exercise option with lake views. Campers report the prairie dog colony west of the dam offers unique wildlife viewing that fascinates both pets and owners. Some campgrounds feature paths down to the water where dogs can swim, though owners should watch for lake debris during high water periods. While most campgrounds require pets to remain on leash, the spacious sites at Rivershire RV Resort & Camping provide adequate room for dogs to move around within designated areas. Rangers make regular rounds at most campgrounds to ensure pet policies are followed and maintain the peaceful environment for all visitors.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Ponca City, Oklahoma (46)

    1. Osage Cove - Kaw Lake

    5 Reviews
    Ponca City, OK
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 762-5611

    $26 - $125 / night

    "I really like this lake. I like the campgrounds along the shore. It's a beautiful Lake. I love driving across the dam. On the west side of the dam there is a field with lots of prairie dogs."

    "My husband and I stayed here with our 2 dogs. There is no water hookup, unless you have a long hose & are close to any of the bathrooms."

    2. Coon Creek Cove

    4 Reviews
    Ponca City, OK
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 762-5611

    $26 - $30 / night

    3. Lake Ponca Campgrounds

    3 Reviews
    Ponca City, OK
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 767-0430

    4. McFadden Cove

    2 Reviews
    Ponca City, OK
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 762-5611

    5. Rivershire RV Resort & Camping

    2 Reviews
    Ponca City, OK
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 716-0788

    $35 / night

    6. Lake Ponca

    1 Review
    Ponca City, OK
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 767-0430

    7. Bear Creek Cove

    1 Review
    Ponca City, OK
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 762-5611

    $22 / night

    "When we were there, the lake was 27 ft. above its limits, with much tree debris in the lake. So, we didn't fish."

    8. The Sandbur RV Park

    1 Review
    Burbank, OK
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 761-5140

    "Quaint little rv park nestled up next to the woods! Nice wooded walking trail with access to a private lake beach front. Great size lots and lots of room for rv, vehicle and camp/fire area!"

    9. Sarge Creek

    3 Reviews
    Burbank, OK
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 762-5611

    $26 - $125 / night

    "Nice little path down to the water from this spot. Water and electricity available but didn't use this trip. If you hammock camp, the poles on the canopy are perfectly spaced for a great hang."

    "Stayed here while barreling across Oklahoma, tent camping. I was able to reserve the last walk in site (Saturday of 4th of July weekend) around 8pm. You can reserve online thru recreation.gov."

    10. Washunga Bay

    1 Review
    Burbank, OK
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 762-5611

    $26 - $28 / night

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Ponca City, OK

147 Reviews of 46 Ponca City Campgrounds


  • Melanie W.
    Sep. 23, 2016

    Osage Cove - Kaw Lake

    I love the Prairie Dogs

    I really like this lake. I like the campgrounds along the shore. It's a beautiful Lake. I love driving across the dam. On the west side of the dam there is a field with lots of prairie dogs. I love watching the little Prarie Dogs. You can pull over and watch them. I like swimming there. Sometimes you see bald eagles. There are many campgrounds. There is even free places to camp. The campground does give 50% if you have an American the beautiful passport. All the campgrounds are nice and we'll kept. It is a big Lake. Only about 8 or 10 miles from Ponca City. I took a lot of pictures but somehow they disappeared off my phone.

  • J
    Jan. 15, 2020

    The Sandbur RV Park

    Cozy + Clean

    Quaint little rv park nestled up next to the woods! Nice wooded walking trail with access to a private lake beach front. Great size lots and lots of room for rv, vehicle and camp/fire area! Clean bathroom and laundry facility on site. Propane refills on site. Friendly owners and quiet neighbors. Nice little hills for snow sledding! Short 15 minute scenic drive to Ponca City. Also, Amazon delivers out here!

  • Jim H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 21, 2020

    Sarge Creek

    Great site. Very clean.

    Clean campsite. Fire pit had recently been cleaned out. Nice little path down to the water from this spot. Water and electricity available but didn't use this trip. If you hammock camp, the poles on the canopy are perfectly spaced for a great hang. No firewood to buy on premises so pick it up in the near town of Ponca City if you want to light a fire. There is dead wood around as well if you want to source it that way.

  • Daniel S.
    Oct. 14, 2017

    Osage Hills State Park Campground

    They let us in for free!

    We arrived here later in the day. We were here and it was chilly in November. Apparently the person working didn't anticipate any body showing up so late in the season. They were surprised and let us in for free. Its a pretty sweet camp right on the lake. 20-30 tent sites. As well as full RV hook ups.

    Theres hiking, biking, and fishing in the area. We weren't really sure what to think about camping in Oklahoma and the camp site and people blew our expectations.

    Cheers!

  • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 30, 2019

    Sooner's Corner RV Park

    Easily Accessed From Highway

    On my way north of Oklahoma City I was in search of a gas station on a pretty baron strip of highway. I saw a few signs for a local community of Perry and thought I would check it out along the way. Just off the highway at exit 185 heading toward Highway 77 there was a small truck stop but more surprisingly located just beside as a part of the same property was roadside motel and RV stop.

     I inquired within and was informed that they have nightly as well as weekly rates available and often are frequented by tourists passing through on the main highway. 

    There are only 16 pull through locations but they do allow overnight tent stay, although there is not a discounted rate for tents. 

    The property is limited on shade but does have basic amenities and proximity to quick feel before hitting the road again. 

    The restrooms are quite nice and offer showers and laundry services as well. They do allow pets and didn’t seem to have an additional charge for this. If you are looking for an easy access location this one is great for a quick pull off however if you are looking for more recreational style campgrounds look at Perry Lake which is only a short distance away.

  • Julie H.
    Jan. 17, 2019

    Cedar Crest RV park

    Very Nice

    This is a very well maintained RV park. I think the pictures speak for them selves.

    • 32 Spacious Hookups
    • 22 - Drive-through
    • 10 - Back-in
    • Quaint Picnic Area 
    • Convenient On-site Laundry and General Store 
    • Shower/Rest Rooms Building
    • Rental Cabin
    • Free Wi-Fi 
    • Safe Storm Shelter 
    • Stocked Fishing Pond 

    Located just minutes from Lake McMurtry, Lake Carl Blackwell, Karsten Creek Golf Course, Oklahoma State University, and all the rest that Stillwater has to offer, Cedar Crest is situated on 40 acres in a natural setting and offers modern amenities. Despite our country setting, we are easily accessible by paved roads.

  • Analia F.
    Oct. 31, 2018

    Bluestem Lake

    Blast!

    This campground was super cool because it was a little "out dated" but it made it cozy! So many beautiful trees and walking paths that it made the stay great. We would get up in the morning and do a short hike that was nearby, and then finish it off with one of the walking paths around the campground, then had breakfast. It was a great way to start the day. They offer RV sites as well as small cabins you can rent. My family and I took our RV, and had a blast. The sites were big enough for the RV and had a picnic table and fire ring within the site. We didn't feel like we were right on top of our neighbors either which was nice. There is a lake within walking distance, so we would head down there during the day. Dogs are allowed, but need to be on leashes. We brought our dog and he had a blast in the lake. They have a volleyball court set up as well as horse shoes which was fun! You can also rent stand up paddle boards from the front desk to take down to the lake. They also have a club house that has a pool table, although we didn't partake in this. There is an area where you can do laundry too, which we thought was pretty cool. This is definitely considered "glamping" to us :) There is also a boat launch if you need that too. We caught some really awesome weather while we stayed here which made the trip amazing! We will definitely be back.

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 25, 2017

    Osage Hills State Park Campground

    CCC Camping

    What a neat little park in Northeastern Oklahoma! What I really liked was that most of the park was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) during the Depression and New Deal eras. Many of the buildings were still in use including shelters and cabins. What I didn't like were the terribly short hours of the office- open 8:00-4:30, although no one was around as late as 8:30 in the morning. Back to the positives, the tent sites were separate from the RV sites by a good 1/4 mile so no worries about generators. I camped in site Q which was on the interior of the tent loop, but the prime spots were on the outside of the loop. If you can get site R you will be in heaven!. Each site had a picnic table and fire pit and there were nice level places for tents on all sites. There is a nice overlook in the tent loop to watch the sun rise over the valley. The bathhouse was clean and had electric. There were two shower stalls, but no doors or curtains, so best not be modest. The RV sites seemed well spaced and well maintained. There were several nice trails in the park, with one that left from the tent loop, but they weren't really well marked and it was difficult to find any trail maps. There is a pretty little lake near the entrance that you can rent canoes to take a spin around the lake, but again, it depends on whether someone shows up to man the office. Apparently I wasn't the only one struggling to deal with the office hours as someone just dumped their boat paddles and PDF's in front of the office door since there was no one to turn them in to.

  • Wil B.
    Aug. 22, 2016

    Osage Hills State Park Campground

    Osage Hills State Park Camping Review

    Osage Hills State Park is tucked away in the rolling hills and tall grass prairies of NE Oklahoma, and home to over 1100 acres of forest, lakes, creeks, trails, and fun. The park offers 20 fully-outfitted RV campsites, 8 rustic cabins, and over a dozen designated tent-camping sites. Advance reservations are recommended, but not required (if the designated camping areas are not full). The park also has a swimming pool, ball field, tennis courts, and an abundance of heavy concrete picnic tables available.

    For the more adventurous, the park has easily-accessible lakes and creeks, hiking trails (easy-to-moderate in difficulty for the average, able adult), mountain biking trails, and scenic overlooks.

    Wildlife is abundant throughout the park, but in my many experiences, have never been invasive of the camping areas. Depending on the season, ducks, geese, wild turkey, deer, squirrels, and many other forms of wildlife can be seen in proximity, with relative ease. Fishermen will enjoy the park's waterfronts, at Lookout Lake & Sand Creek, where plentiful bass, perch, crappie, and catfish can be had.

    My family and I have made many great memories at Osage Hills over the years, it's a great place to get away for a weekend & enjoy nature. My favorite time of year to go would be early-mid fall, as the foliage can be truly brilliant & breathtaking. Highly recommended!


Guide to Ponca City

If you're looking to enjoy the great outdoors with your furry friends, there are several fantastic options for pets-allowed camping near Ponca City, Oklahoma.

Tips for camping with dogs near Ponca City

  • At Osage Cove - Kaw Lake, you can enjoy beautiful lake views while your dog explores the surrounding nature.
  • Make sure to bring a long hose if you're staying at Coon Creek Cove since water hookups are available, but not at every site.
  • Keep your pets safe and comfortable at Sarge Creek, where you can find ample space for them to roam.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Ponca City

  • Enjoy peaceful walks along the trails at Osage Cove - Kaw Lake, where you can take in stunning sunsets with your dog by your side.
  • Fishing enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby access to great fishing spots at Coon Creek Cove, making it a perfect outing for you and your pet.
  • Explore the scenic views and wildlife at McFadden Cove, where your dog can enjoy the fresh air and open space.

Pet owners appreciate the amenities

  • Sarge Creek offers electric hookups and drinking water, ensuring a comfortable stay for both you and your pet.
  • At Lake Ponca Campgrounds, you can find clean facilities and a welcoming atmosphere for pets.
  • Washunga Bay provides easy access to the lake, perfect for a day of fun with your dog splashing around.

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