Best Equestrian Camping near Pryor Creek, OK

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Pryor Creek, Oklahoma (9)

    1. Tulsa NE-Will Rogers Downs KOA

    4 Reviews
    Claremore, OK
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 283-8876

    $42 / night

    "Horse track and casino were well within walking distance from the camp sites. Quiet location, just off the highway. Highway could not be heard from inside our camper."

    "Lots of restaurants close by."

    2. Blue Creek

    7 Reviews
    Oologah, OK
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 341-4244

    $16 - $50 / night

    "We camped in a spot near the water. The lake was beautiful at sunset. The bathroom was clean, our spot had a covered picnic table, grill and fire ring."

    "General: Blue Creek is one of four campgrounds operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers on Oologah Lake (the others are Spencer Creek, Red Bud, and Hawthorn Bluff)."

    3. Claremore Expo RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Claremore, OK
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 342-5357

    "This is a great location for RVers that want the conveniences and/or are wanting to see the local area."

    4. Hawthorn Bluff

    11 Reviews
    Oologah, OK
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 443-2319

    $16 - $50 / night

    "Great location with lots of shade. Also, very close to the playground. Easy spot to back-in and is very level. Only downside is that you must be back in the park by 10:00 PM."

    "Lake side spots are not advisable if you have little ones, the bluffs are very close to the fire pits and have about a 30ft drop."

    5. Taylor Ferry

    8 Reviews
    Fort Gibson Lake, OK
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 485-4792

    "It is close to Hwy 51 but you really can’t tell. Gate keepers were wonderful and very helpful I saw some old oyster mushrooms all over the place possibly some lions mane 💓 I had a great time."

    "We could hear the noise from the highway across the lake."

    6. Dog Iron Ranch & Will Rogers Birthplace

    1 Review
    Oologah, OK
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 275-4201

    "You can tour the birthplace for free, there’s an old barn to explore, you can go hiking, there’s horse trails as well."

    7. Chicken Creek

    6 Reviews
    Bunch, OK
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 487-5252

    $10 - $50 / night

    "Store outside gate. Gates going in locked at 10:00 p.m. and open at 6:00 a.m."

    "We had a great spot located 200 yards from the lake. Also had the boat dock just on the other side of us. Great place to stay, friendly staff!"

    8. Peavine Hollow Public Access Area

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    Proctor, OK
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 456-3251

    $14 / night

    9. Round Hollow Public Access Area

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    Proctor, OK
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 456-3251

    $14 - $28 / night

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Pryor Creek, OK

43 Reviews of 9 Pryor Creek Campgrounds


  • Elizabeth L.
    Oct. 20, 2020

    Blue Creek

    Peaceful

    We camped in a spot near the water. The lake was beautiful at sunset. The bathroom was clean, our spot had a covered picnic table, grill and fire ring. And hiking/equestrian trails can be accessed from the group camp or park entrance.

  • Jennifer D.
    Sep. 25, 2020

    Claremore Expo RV Park

    In town Rv lot

    I wouldn’t say this is camping. The people that usually stay here are in town for events at the Expo or driving thru. There is a lot to do nearby. TWithin walking distance there’s the expo center (you can go in and pet horses) and a Rec center with a pool. You can go to Will Rogers Museum, JM Davis fun museum, RSU has a nice little hiking trail as does the Lake.

  • Renee H.
    Nov. 1, 2023

    Tulsa NE-Will Rogers Downs KOA

    Nice clean campground

    Spent one night at this campground. Grounds were clean, restrooms and showers were also clean. The check in office was inviting and pleasing. We didn’t use the laundry facility while we were there, but they are available should the need arise. Bathrooms were locked and secure and passcode was required to enter. Passcode was provided upon check in. Our site was a pull through level gravel pad with full hookups. The off leash dog park was a small fenced in area with a couple of benches. Horse track and casino were well within walking distance from the camp sites. Quiet location, just off the highway. Highway could not be heard from inside our camper.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 22, 2021

    Chicken Creek

    Love the Lake

    Peak Season April 01, 2021- September 30, 2021

    First-come, First-served October 01, 2021- November 30, 2021  

    All campsites are equipped with electric hookups, and the group shelters have electricity, too. 

    flush toilets, hot showers, water hydrants, a swim beach, playground, dump station and a boat ramp complex playground

    Lake Tenkiller is an amazing location to scuba dive.  It's waters are clear and cool from a distance of 8 to 28 feet.  A diver will have the opportunity to investigate a sunken airplane fuselage, school bus, helicopter and two boats.  In some areas of the lake divers can see the remains of homesteads.  The underwater terrain ranges from gently sloping hills to rocky cliffs.  The water ranges in depth up to 165 feet.

    Tenkiller Ferry Lake is often referred to as "Oklahoma's clear water paradise." The 12,500 acre lake is fed by the Illinois River and the Baron Fork . It is nestled in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains in the northeastern part of the state. This area, known as Green Country, is surrounded by dense oak-hickory forests, tall bluffs, and rolling hills. The lake has 130 miles of shoreline with plenty of wildlife such as deer and turkey. It serves as one of the flyways of migratory birds, including bald eagles, common loons, and white pelicans.

    Water skiing, boating, fishing, hiking, and swimming and even sailing.  Scuba divers enjoy the lake's high visibility and the beautiful clear waters.  Fish for black bass, white bass, striped bass, crappie and catfish. The trout stream below the dam is one of only two year-round trout fisheries in Oklahoma, and is regularly stocked with rainbow trout. Hunting is also permitted in parts of the lake area, in accordance with federal and state laws. 

    Latitude 35° 40' 54.0001" N Longitude 94° 57' 46.0001" W 

    Directions:  From Gore, Oklahoma, go 17.5 miles northeast on Highway 100, take the turn left and go 1.5 miles northwest on the paved access road. Follow signs into the campground.

    Check-out time: 3:00 pm. Check-in time: 6:00 pm. Quiet hours: 10:00 pm- 6:00 am.

    Entrance gate will be closed during this time. 

    Grey water and sewage must be properly disposed of in the provided dump station receptacle. 

    Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. 

    Group shelters are for day use only. Fireworks are prohibited. Fishing and hunting are regulated by federal and state laws.

  • Jennifer D.
    Sep. 25, 2020

    Dog Iron Ranch & Will Rogers Birthplace

    Gorgeous place

    I grew up in Oologah and frequented the birthplace often. There’s lots of animals to pet and lots of history to learn. You can tour the birthplace for free, there’s an old barn to explore, you can go hiking, there’s horse trails as well. It’s very close to Oologah lake so you could go swimming for the day, rent seados or a boat etc. You can rent a spot for $25 to RV camp with a maximum of 3 days. You have to apply for it as well. No smoking is allowed and you can only drink past 5 pm (wine and beer only) if that’s your thing. It is such a beautiful place, rich in history and I highly recommend visiting at least once!

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 26, 2022

    Blue Creek

    Enjoy many activities!

    General: Blue Creek is one of four campgrounds operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers on Oologah Lake (the others are Spencer Creek, Red Bud, and Hawthorn Bluff). It is divided into three sections: one with electric hookups (Sites 14-35) and two without (Sites 1-11 and 36-61, with Sites 54-61 that can be used as a group area). On a weekday in early May, the section with electric was full but we had the section with sites 36-61 entirely to ourselves. Sites 1-11 are good for boaters as they are near the boat ramp, however, the sites are not as well delineated (the picnic tables have the site numbers on them and cars park wherever). Since COVID, reservations are required but as with all other CoE campgrounds, the fees are extremely reasonable ($20 for electric,$16 for non-electric and half-price for seniors). 

    Site Quality/Facilities: It is often impossible to determine the best site when reserving but after arriving, we discovered that Site 55 was not going to work for us. It had a very short sloping half-circle drive and after 10 minutes of maneuvering, it was obvious there was no way we were going to be level. It was also rocky so it would be challenging for tents. This site is the furthest away but near the spot where many fish so it will not be as quiet as you might expect. Fortunately, we were able to switch sites (no one else was there!) and Site 42 was much better and like many others, had a large semi-circular drive. Many sites had a covered concrete pad with a large concrete picnic table, utility table, and lantern hook. There was a dump station, but it was coned off when we were there; we did not need it so I did not ask when/if it would be available. 

    Bathhouse: The sections without electricity have vault toilets, which were clean, but the flush toilets/showers are within a reasonable walking distance. These were very clean. Soap but bring your towel. 

    Activities/Amenities: Aside from fishing and boating, there are many activities you can enjoy here including volleyball, horseshoes, bean bag toss, and basketball. When the gate attendant is there, you can check out supplies for these activities. There is also a hiking trail. We saw a few people kayaking. Horses are allowed in the group camping section (Sites 54-61). 

    Perhaps it is because we had an entire section to ourselves, but we had a relaxing and peaceful stay here and would definitely return.

  • George L.
    Aug. 15, 2022

    Hawthorn Bluff

    42-A Lo Great Location

    Great location with lots of shade. Also, very close to the playground. Easy spot to back-in and is very level. Only downside is that you must be back in the park by 10:00 PM. They park managers will lock the gate and you either have to walk to your campsite or if you leave a car at the gate you can drive your secondary car while leaving your primary car outside the main gate. We were in town for a baseball tournament. Otherwise we would’ve been back in plenty of time.

  • D
    May. 14, 2021

    Hawthorn Bluff

    Nice views of the Lake

    Very nice and clean campground. Reserve early though this one fills up fast. We camped here in the middle of the week and they where already at 75%. Lake side spots are not advisable if you have little ones, the bluffs are very close to the fire pits and have about a 30ft drop.

  • Neil T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 1, 2021

    Hawthorn Bluff

    Nice campground on an underrated lake

    Vibe: Classic quiet Army Corp park. Almost all RVs. Ours was the only tent. 

    Cleanliness: Above average 

    Facilities: Average 

    General spots: Good size, good spacing, not private, some back up to lake, but there is a sizable drop off to lake level. 

    Our site: Don’t remember the number, but it backed up to the lake. 

    Noise: Quiet. It was a mid-week stay during the school year.

    Cell signal: Good/Verizon

    Other: Close to dam and behind the dam appeared to be a popular fishing spot when water was being released.


Guide to Pryor Creek

Oklahoma offers a variety of options for horse camping enthusiasts, providing beautiful landscapes and well-equipped facilities for both riders and their horses.

Tips for equestrian camping near Pryor Creek, Oklahoma

  • Dog Iron Ranch & Will Rogers Birthplace features horse trails and a rich historical backdrop, making it a great spot for equestrian camping while exploring the area’s heritage. Dog Iron Ranch & Will Rogers Birthplace
  • Blue Creek allows horses in its group camping section, providing a unique experience for those looking to enjoy the outdoors with their equine companions. Blue Creek
  • Hawthorn Bluff offers access to hiking trails and nearby water activities, perfect for a full day of adventure with your horse. Hawthorn Bluff

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • At Taylor Ferry, you can enjoy fishing and boating, along with scenic trails that are ideal for horseback riding. Taylor Ferry
  • Chicken Creek provides access to a swim beach and playground, making it a family-friendly option for those camping with horses. Chicken Creek
  • Claremore Expo RV Park is conveniently located near local attractions, allowing for easy exploration after a day of riding. Claremore Expo RV Park

Equestrian campgrounds include ample amenities

  • Tulsa NE-Will Rogers Downs KOA offers full hookups and clean facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay for both you and your horse. Tulsa NE-Will Rogers Downs KOA
  • Hawthorn Bluff features picnic tables and fire pits, perfect for relaxing evenings after a day of riding. Hawthorn Bluff
  • Blue Creek has vault toilets and a dump station, making it a practical choice for equestrian campers looking for convenience. Blue Creek

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Pryor Creek, OK?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Pryor Creek, OK is Tulsa NE-Will Rogers Downs KOA with a 4.3-star rating from 4 reviews.

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