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Best Campgrounds near Sallisaw, OK

682 Reviews

Camping areas around Sallisaw, Oklahoma range from state parks to waterfront sites with different levels of facilities. Devil's Den State Park Campground sits not far from town and has good trails, though it sometimes closes for maintenance or after heavy rains. Lake Fort Smith State Park Campground has bigger sites that include full hookups and nice bathrooms with showers. If you want to see a waterfall while camping, Natural Falls State Park Campground keeps their grounds in good shape. The north section of Choctaw Campground stays pretty quiet compared to other parts. Spring and fall bring the most comfortable weather for camping here, as summers get really hot. Winter camping works if you bring warm gear for the cold nights. You'll want to book ahead for any weekend or holiday, especially at the more popular parks. The campgrounds differ quite a bit - some focus on hiking while others are better for fishing. Families and solo campers both have good options in the Sallisaw area, with enough variety to match what you're looking for.

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Best Camping Sites Near Sallisaw, Oklahoma (166)

    1. Sallisaw-Fort Smith West KOA

    14 Reviews
    Sallisaw, OK
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (918) 775-2792

    "https://koa.com/campgrounds/sallisaw/"

    "They also have normal cabin rental and tiny home rentals that were perfectly positioned around campground and fishing pond. My only complaint would be that the sites are really compact."

    2. Applegate Cove Campground

    5 Reviews
    Mojave River Dam, OK
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 489-5541

    "The ground was a bit hard to drive tent stakes into, but I'm attributing that to the weather and season until I visit again and disprove that."

    "Right off the lake with awesome scenery. Couple who manages the place is really nice and helpful. Would stop here again."

    3. Brushy Lake State Park Campground

    3 Reviews
    Sallisaw, OK
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 775-6241

    "Small water shed lake. Clean camp sites. Just updated by City of Sallisaw. Will return as soon opens back up."

    "21 RV spots available around a small, family lake. Water and electric hook ups and clean dump station. Small park/play area and two large pavilions. Hiking trail located at the back of the park."

    4. Greenleaf State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Braggs, OK
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 487-5196

    "Greenleaf State Park is a gem in eastern Oklahoma. This state park offers fishing, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, and a splash pad to cool off at!"

    "One really great thing about the summer is that a pair of Osprey have begun nesting across highway 10! So neat to see the pair nesting in Oklahoma.

    The hiking trails need some maintenance."

    5. Snake Creek

    8 Reviews
    Vian, OK
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 487-5252

    $23 - $50 / night

    "Located in the foothills of the Ozarks in eastern Oklahoma on crystal clear Tenkiller Lake, a COE project from the mid 1950’s on the Illinois River. We stayed on site 18 which is gravel W/E (50A)."

    "Lots of room to roam, Plenty of access to the water for boats (multiple ramps) or wading/swimming. Plenty of sites to choose from some shaded, some by the water.  A few full hookups but not many."

    6. Marval Camping Resort

    10 Reviews
    Gore, OK
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 489-2295

    "This place has everything, movie theater, horse riding, a train that goes around the park, golf carts, tons of activities for the entire family... Swiming pool and all..."

    7. COE Robert S Kerr Applegate Cove

    2 Reviews
    Mojave River Dam, OK
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 775-4475

    $10 - $50 / night

    "Dump station is quarter of mile outside of campground. Main bathhouse is vented and clean. Lots of mature trees made for a great stay. Kerr lake was amazingly beautiful."

    8. Cowlington Point

    3 Reviews
    Mojave River Dam, OK
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 489-5541

    $10 - $50 / night

    "Campground located on the Kerr Navigation Channel. Very clean and quiet campground!"

    9. Webbers Falls City Park

    8 Reviews
    Gore, OK
    18 miles

    "tables Trash Picnic shelter Camphost Dump station New comfort station Electric Water Primitive sites are available Rates from$7.00 to$15.00

    Webbers Falls is a very small community in Muskogee County Oklahoma"

    "This small city park in a small Oklahoma town was a pleasant surprise. Had water and electric if desired or dry camping. Near the Arkansas river. Locals that drive thru the park were very friendly."

    10. Devil's Den State Park Campground

    86 Reviews
    Winslow, AR
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (479) 761-3325

    $20 / night

    "The trails are great and our campsite had a path right down to the river. The water hookup was a bit tricky, it leaks all over the place until you turn it all the way."

    "Devil's Den is a gorgeous parked tucked in the mountains of Arkansas.  The primary campground for RVs is one of the better campgrounds I have seen.  The facilities and amenities have been great. "

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  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Belle Starr Park Campground

    Spacious

    Very large sites. Large park with boat ramp, sites you can pull your boat up to. Wildlife all around. Many different types of sites.

  • P
    Aug. 25, 2025

    The River Bluff Cabins

    Beautiful property

    Amazing place! Cleaning bathrooms, beautiful views!

  • A
    Aug. 7, 2025

    Marval Camping Resort

    Horrible Manager

    Very disappointed in Marval Resort. The manager is very unprofessional. We have been going there since 2019 for a family reunion. This year was 59th reunion. I get a phone call on July 7, 2025 and was told we would not be welcomed back and when I asked why the manager could not tell me why. All that she said was several reasons. If it was such a big issue, she should have come to me or someone else and addressed the issue face to face instead of waiting until we left. My cousin had called multiply times to try and get this worked out and she would never speak or call back. When no response to phone calls she was emailed and finally responded to an email. The manager didn’t even have the decency for the closing signature on the email. It’s a shame that Marval Resort has someone like this running their resort. Very poor communication. Instead of coming to my camp spot talking to me about some cars parked on the grass and gravel in front of our camp spot out of the way of others she calls me in the middle of a big gathering and tells me they need to be moved because it rained that morning and the grass was wet. No, the grassy lawn area was dry in the heat of the afternoon day. There are so many staff members driving around on their golf carts and not a word was said. She was on her golf cart right by us and could not come face to face and talk about the issue. Now, that’s pretty unprofessional. We have 96 and 86 year old aunts and some others with walking issues. That’s why cars were there. Family was coming from their cabins or campers to the central area for family gathering. And as far as the pavilion parking that we paid money to rent. Again, for some elders and a few trucks hauling fish fry supplies. You booked a band that was playing on the stage right by the pavilion(that we paid for) and people could not communicate very well due to loud music. This also happened last year as well. So, you the manager don’t know who all the cars belong to. They could have been the bands or other guest not in our family. We have a large group that stayed there for 6 years in campers or cabins and spent lots of money there. There is a lot of issues the manager needs to take care of and get off her high horse. I thought this place is supposed to be family oriented. I will miss seeing Wayne(maintenance gentleman) there with his smiling face. He is such a friendly man. And one more thing, always talking about all the improvements they’re working on or going to do. It’s been the same for 6 years now.

  • Kurt G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 27, 2025

    Lee Creek Off Road Site

    Good pit stop

    Right off the main road (you can still hear the traffic, but it's not a lot of traffic)

    There's a fire pit, some paths to a hiking spot. I don't think a bus would fit but my 21ft. van was mostly a tight fit.

    A good public land spot with just enough space for two car campers

  • Jon J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 24, 2025

    Belle Starr Park Campground

    Good pit stop

    Facilities a little outdated but functional. Quite, clay bottom lake good to chill by and get some sleep.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 10, 2025

    Riverfront RV Resort

    Beautiful Resort!

    We only stayed here 2 nights on our way to Colorado. Beautifully maintained, sits right on the Arkansas river. Pool is cold but clean and well maintained. The park was not even 1/4 full while we were there. I hope business picks up because it’s nice. A little pricey ($81 per night), but with Good Sam or Military discount, it helps. Ladies in the office were fantastic, each going through their purses to find enough quarters so I could wash and dry a load of clothes! Very nice! It was just TOO HOT to do much outside, especially with dogs.

  • Lauren
    Jul. 3, 2025

    Dispersed Near Devils Den

    Be careful!

    I just got back from staying here for a night. For one, it is a very narrow road but my minivan got through just fine. UNTIL I made it to a puddle of water (that I highly underestimated), got stuck in the mud immediately and had to call a tow company (by walking 15 minutes down the highway to get signal; no signal at all at the sites) to help pull me out for $400. The people at the tow company warned me that the forest service does NOT allow cars to drive on these roads anymore, and that is why they added guard rails. They told me that had I gotten caught with my car in there I would have had to pay a big fine. He said camping is fine as long as you park on the turnout by the highway and walk in. Saying all of that, there are still multiple really nice and spread out spots with nice huge firepits. I would have been fine with parking and walking in. Also, I was in pretty deep and could still hear the cars on the highway, but not many come by (at least not on a Tuesday night). The creek is nice. Also tons of fireflies which was cool.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2025

    Deep Fork Campground — Lake Eufula State Park

    Nice campsites, but amenities need TLC

    Campsites are really great with trees, concrete pads, hook-ups and beautiful scenery. But showers in our loop have been out-of-order for sometime but repaired on day 2 of our stay. Still need a good cleaning. Staff are very helpful - even drove our firewood to our site since we were on bikes. Nature Center could use a face lift and fountains around the property were dry. Marina & shore areas just recovering from heavy rains and flooding and staff working to get things back in order. The state of OK should definitely invest in this park, as it could be really special!

  • Mack Daddy Van L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 26, 2025

    Dispersed Near Devils Den

    Great hidden spot by the water

    The coordinates are fairly accurate. The entryways are a little tight for vehicles, but I made it in my sprinter van so everything else should be just fine. Would’ve been a nearly perfect campsite. Had it not been for all the trash left by others. Nice walk trails along the water. Local stop in for swimming and fishing. Insect surprisingly weren’t that bad. Traffic from nearby road is almost nonexistent. Stay two nights no issues.

Guide to Sallisaw

Camping near Sallisaw, Oklahoma, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Devil's Den State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The hikes are short and just amazing!!!!!" This park has trails that lead to stunning views and natural beauty.
  • Fishing: At Lake Fort Smith State Park Campground, you can kayak or fish. A reviewer noted, "You can’t swim or paddleboard but can kayak or fish here."
  • Wildlife Watching: Robbers Cave State Park is great for spotting deer and other wildlife. One camper shared, "We saw deer, armadillos, and skunks."

What campers like

  • Spacious Sites: Campers appreciate the large, well-spaced sites at Devil's Den State Park Campground. A happy camper said, "LARGE, well spaced sites with two bath houses within 50 yards in either direction."
  • Clean Facilities: Many visitors rave about the cleanliness of the facilities. One reviewer at Lake Fort Smith State Park Campground mentioned, "The facilities are super clean and well taken care of."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of the staff. A visitor at Robbers Cave State Park noted, "Staff at the office and nature center were very nice and helpful."

What you should know

  • Noise Levels: If you’re camping at Natural Falls State Park Campground, be aware of nearby racetrack noise. One camper warned, "Unless you’re a fan of oval dirt track racing, most Friday and Saturday nights in the summer and fall are pretty loud."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Mulberry River Outdoor Adventures, have fewer amenities. A visitor mentioned, "There is only one bathhouse that has only one shower/toilet/sink combo, so there might be a good wait."
  • Site Layout: Campers at Queen Wilhelmina State Park noted that the site layout can be odd. One reviewer said, "The campsite layout is…weird. It’s like most of the sites were designed for a motorcoach to drive into."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Greenleaf State Park Campground has a splash pad that kids love. A reviewer shared, "On premises splash park with waterside was great for the grandkids."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. One camper at Natural Falls State Park Campground mentioned, "It’s gorgeous last time I went there... we saw a wild river otter swimming."
  • Pack Snacks: Keep snacks handy for the kids. A visitor at Lake Fort Smith State Park Campground noted, "Nice large pool area with a water playground/splash pad."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure the site can accommodate your RV. A camper at Aux Arc said, "The spots are level and easy to back in to and easy to locate."
  • Bring Extra Hoses: Some sites share water connections. A visitor at Greenleaf State Park Campground advised, "Some sites share water—bring extra hoses and a 'y' connector."
  • Be Mindful of Noise: If you're near a racetrack, plan your stay accordingly. A camper at Natural Falls State Park Campground mentioned, "We’d love to go back but will definitely pick a weekend without a race next time."

Camping near Sallisaw, Oklahoma, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Enjoy the great outdoors and make some unforgettable memories!

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Sallisaw KOA located and what amenities does it offer?

The Sallisaw-Fort Smith West KOA offers a variety of amenities for campers. The campground features a swimming pool, bounce pad, and basketball court for recreation. For accommodations, they offer RV sites along with unique tiny house rentals. A wheelchair-accessible shuttle service is available to take guests into town for shopping at Walmart and other destinations. The KOA is conveniently located near Sallisaw, making it an excellent base for exploring eastern Oklahoma's attractions.

What camping sites are available near Sallisaw for weekend getaways?

Several excellent camping options surround Sallisaw for weekend escapes. Brushy Lake State Park Campground offers clean campsites around a small watershed lake and has been recently updated by the City of Sallisaw. For those seeking more amenities, Greenleaf State Park Campground provides fishing, kayaking, canoeing, hiking trails, and a splash pad. The park also features accessible cabins. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate Ouachita National Forest Cedar Lake Recreation Area with its numerous accessible trails and heavily forested surroundings. Most sites in the area are open spring through fall.

What RV rental options are available in Sallisaw, Oklahoma?

While traditional RV rentals might be limited directly in Sallisaw, several nearby campgrounds offer alternative accommodation options. The Marval Camping Resort near Gore provides rental options for visitors without their own equipment. Additionally, Robbers Cave State Park offers cabin rentals as an alternative to RVs. For those seeking RV rentals, check with local dealerships or online rental platforms that might deliver to campgrounds in the Sallisaw area. The region's popularity for outdoor recreation means rental options may be available in nearby larger towns.

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