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Platter Flats campground
Great place to camp for a few nights. Boat ramp, clean showers, Lakeview, swimming, fishing, campfires. Clean, safe place to enjoy yourself.
Camping near Stringtown, OK
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The Stringtown area in southeastern Oklahoma features several established campgrounds within a short drive of town. McGee Creek State Park, located near Atoka, provides the widest range of camping accommodations including tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin options along the shores of McGee Creek Reservoir. Other options include Boggy Depot State Park Campground, which offers tent and RV camping in a historic setting, and the more primitive Blue River Camp, a dispersed camping area along the Blue River. Most developed campgrounds in the region feature water and electric hookups, while a few offer full hookups including sewer connections.
Camping areas near Stringtown operate year-round, though summer brings higher temperatures and increased visitor traffic, particularly at waterfront locations. McGee Creek State Park maintains multiple campground sections, each with different amenities and levels of development. Potapo Landing offers RV sites with hookups, while more primitive tent camping can be found at Tent Hill. Some campgrounds require reservations, particularly during peak summer months, while others operate on a first-come basis. Road conditions generally allow standard vehicle access to developed campgrounds, though weather can occasionally impact accessibility. As one visitor noted, "McGee Creek is one of my favorite parks. The trails are wonderful, and it's in close proximity to the lake."
Waterfront campsites receive particularly strong reviews, with many campers highlighting the scenic views and direct lake access. Several McGee Creek State Park reviews mention the privacy of certain sites, especially in the Tent Hill area, which offers more secluded camping experiences. According to one review, "We stayed at 'tent hill' primitive area. Spot number 3 and it was PERFECT! Wooded area, quiet, peaceful." Boggy Depot State Park provides a historically rich camping experience with ties to Civil War history and Native American heritage. Campers often mention the abundant shade from mature oak trees and the park's remote, peaceful setting. For those seeking more basic accommodations, Blue River Camp offers dispersed camping opportunities with more limited amenities but greater solitude. Most developed campgrounds provide clean restrooms and shower facilities, though amenities vary significantly between locations.
Best Campgrounds near Stringtown (67)
1. McGee Creek State Park Campground
"The campground we stayed in was very nice with easy access to the water. I could also tell that some camping spots were upgraded for ADA compliance, which looked spacious and neat."
"From OKC, it's about a 3.5 hour drive, but it is well worth it. This little park is very quiet and not heavily trafficked. The trails are wonderful, and it's in close proximity to the lake."
2. Lane RV Park
"Conveniently located between McGee Creek State Park and Reba’s in Downtown Atoka! McGee Creek is a beautiful state park with boating, fishing, hiking, etc. "
from $40 - $45 / night
Check Availability3. HH RV Park
"It is right near the road so it’s not very quiet, but there’s not much anyone can do about that. Conveniently located near a small grocery store and a few restaurants."
4. Boggy Depot State Park Campground
"Looking around the park you will see signs and information about the various events and reasons of importance for Boggy Depot throughout the early years of American history."
"Walking trails. Lots of history here. Look it up before you come visit or learn as you go. It's an amazing little area and soo very quiet and peaceful. Playground and little ponds to fish at."
5. K River Campground
"Right next to the river for kayaking, canoeing or just relaxing. Off-road vehicle trails a petting zoo on site."
"Electric and water but no sewer if you’re close to the river which we were. The cabins are adorable and their general store was so cute! They have a community kitchen anyone can use!"
6. Shady Grove RV Park
7. Blue River Campground
"The camping is free but you must have an Oklahoma fishing license rather your fishing or not to camp there."
"This place is a gem and is the only natural aquifer left in Oklahoma. You have to have fishing licenses to enter. I thought that was very strange provided we only camp to camp and swim."
8. Blue River Camp
"When I arrived at the location to which my GPS directed me, I was a little concerned that there was just a building with bathrooms and three large dumpsters off to the side."
9. Summer Breeze RV Park
10. Cedar Tree RV Park
Drive Time
- 1 hr from Sherman, TX
- 1 hr 53 min from Tulsa, OK
- 1 hr 59 min from Oklahoma City, OK
- 2 hrs 9 min from Fort Smith, AR
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Jon L.
GuideChoctaw RV Park
This park is a first-class resort!
We needed an overnight spot on our way back home to Texas, and we're so glad that we picked this park! Easy on and easy off of Highway 69, and It's located right next to the Choctaw Casino complex.
Parking for registration is located right by the office, and all the park staff we dealt with were very friendly and helpful. The road from the highway to the park is very easy to navigate for any size rig. The same inside the park; it's well-marked and easy to navigate. Even though it's not too far from the main road, we didn't hear any traffic noise at all.
We were assigned to pull-thru site number 41. All the sites are concrete and appear fairly level. Our site was level side to side, and a few inches off from front to rear. There are very few shade trees for the majority of the park sites. Power, Water, and Sewer were all conveniently located, and the power supply had no issues at all. We use a power management system, and all electrical parameters were spot on during our stay. Water pressure was okay, and the in-ground sewer connection was conveniently located. There is also a picnic table and a covered trash can located at each site.
Bathrooms, Showers, laundry facilities, and the pool are all located at the registration office building and are in great shape. In fact, they are the cleanest and nicest facilities that we've ever experienced at an RV park. They are on par with what you would expect at a 5-Star resort.
Wi-Fi, Satellite, OTA: there is free Wi-Fi in the park with numerous repeater towers, so each site has a fairly strong signal- we achieved 101 Mbps down and 20 Mbps up. We got AT&T 5G with 3 bars and achieved 330 Mbps down and 11.3 Mbps up. If you need clear access for satellite reception, trees will not be an issue. Also, you can pick up approximately 50 OTA stations with good HD quality reception.
Dog Park: They have a nice fenced-in park that is divided into two separate areas. They provide doggie bags and a trash can.
Amenities: Lots of items are listed on their website. They have a propane area where you can fill your existing tanks, exchange tanks, or even buy new tanks. They also have RV supplies and parts located in the office area.
Summary: A great place for an overnight or an extended stay. They provide free shuttle service to the Casino Complex that has plenty of restaurants and a multi-screen movie theater. The park map provides a very accurate rendition of the park. See my attached photos for more details.
Bottom line- this park is owned by the Choctaw Nation and is part of the Casino Complex. So, the RV park is maintained at an exceptional level since income from the RV park is not critical. They just want their RV guests to have a first-class experience. Even if you don't gamble or dine out, take the free shuttle over to the casino complex just to see what it offers. It's truly a Vegas-like experience. This park deserves its high rating, and I do not hesitate to recommend it!
- JJon L.Guide
Do Drop Inn RV Resort
Nice Park!
Not too far from Highway 75 and the Choctaw Resort. Parking for registration is located right next to the office. All the park staff we dealt with were very friendly and helpful. The road from the highway to the park is easy to navigate for any size rig. The same inside the park; it's well-marked and easy to navigate. No road noise- very quiet.
First things first - be prepared for a longer-than-usual registration process. I've never had a registration process require as much information, or take as long as this one did. You will need the driver's license of every person in your party - adults and teenagers. They will scan and retain each of them. You will need to provide actual copies of the insurance policies for both your RV and your tow (or Toad) vehicle, along with the license plate numbers for all vehicles. If you are using a Good Sam's discount, make sure that you have the membership number and expiration date.
Most check-in procedures at parks take a couple of minutes, but not here. Thank goodness we were the only ones checking in, or it would have been a lengthy ordeal. So, be prepared in advance and have all of this with you to speed up the process. At first, I couldn't figure out why they required all of this information, then it dawned on me- this is predominantly a park for full-time residents, and that would be the information they'd require of people living there.
It's off the beaten path, so you're not going to get that many travelers. As we walked through the park, I noticed that close to 100% of the rigs are full-timers. In my experience, most parks that cater to full-timers are kind of sketchy and don't really appeal to travelers - not this one. This is labeled as a resort, and it probably is the nicest RV park that we've ever visited that is predominantly full-timers.
Please don't have any reservations about staying here, as you will feel welcome. We were assigned to pull-through site number 40. All the sites are concrete and appear level. Power, Water, and Sewer were all conveniently located, and the power supply had no issues at all. We use a power management system, and all electrical parameters were spot on during our stay. Water pressure was very good, and the in-ground sewer connection was conveniently located.
Bathrooms, Showers, and Laundry are all located on the back side of the office building and are in great shape with a keyed entry. There is great Wi-Fi in the park with repeaters near all the sites. We had AT&T 5G with 2 bars. Starlink reception was not an issue due to no large trees. Their website lists all of the amenities, and I've included photos of the park. Summary: A great place for an overnight or an extended stay. This park deserves its high rating, and I would not hesitate to recommend it- enjoy!
- sshooter H.Scout
Lake Durant Campground
Amazing fishing dock
Our experience was awesome the fishing is always good and every time we go the people is so nice around!!
- BBrian K.
RangerClayton Lake State Park Campground
Nice out of the way park
Stayed in on of the primitive cabins by the water and had the entire campground to myself.
Kerry M.
TravelerCOE Hugo Lake Kiamichi Park
Kiamichi Park, Juniper Loop nice place
We camped at J 9 and 10 which are on the water. Concrete pads very level. Can walk down the hill from J9 to get to the shore. Shore is limestone, full of fossils. Very clean and mowed. Bath house is quite a way away from these sites but in good shape. The corp is working to bring the rest of the park back after they allowed another co. To run the park for a few years. (They did not upkeep the park very well.
Teresa T.
LegendBoggy Depot State Park Campground
This place has a lot packed in to a small space
I would bet it is nuts in the summer if it was full but I am the only one here right now. They have a spot for everyone from tent to rv to full hookups and the price is very reasonable. See the videos for more.
- Teresa T.Legend
Clayton Lake State Park Campground
Very sweet little park
Stopped by to see it. There are two camping areas. RV sites in area 2 are much better. Very nice but unless you fish, not much else to do but relax I suppose.
Hope M.TravelerBlue River Campground
Love Camping here
I come here alot now with my husband or best friend. My husband and I fish but it’s nice to get away and just to go to the woods and fish.
Guide to Stringtown
Camping options near Stringtown, Oklahoma feature distinct terrain transitions between the oak-covered Ouachita Mountains to the southeast and the prairie lands to the west. The area receives an average annual rainfall of 45 inches, creating seasonal creeks and waterways that complement the larger reservoirs and rivers. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 95°F in summer, with spring and fall offering milder conditions for outdoor recreation.
What to do
Trout fishing in winter months: Blue River Campground offers unique cold-weather fishing opportunities from November through March when the river is stocked with trout. As one visitor noted, "Stayed during Thanksgiving, after Blue River was stocked with Trout, fishing was awesome. Great family camping and fishing."
Rope swinging and swimming: The Blue River area features several natural swimming areas and rope swings during warmer months. A camper mentioned, "There is a really neat little spot south of the dam with a rope swing." Water temperatures remain cool even in summer due to the spring-fed nature of the river.
Historical exploration: Boggy Depot State Park Campground contains significant Civil War history and Native American heritage sites. According to a visitor, "A very neat place for people that are interested in civil war history... In 1972, Boggy Depot was added to the National Register of Historic Places. It even has a cemetary in the campground."
Kayaking and canoeing: K River Campground provides direct water access for paddling adventures. One reviewer shared, "Right next to the river for kayaking, canoeing or just relaxing. Off-road vehicle trails a petting zoo on site."
What campers like
Secluded tent camping spots: McGee Creek State Park's Tent Hill area offers more isolated camping experiences away from RV sections. A camper explained, "The thing we really liked about this particular site was that there are only 4 tent sites here, so it's secluded and nice and quiet. There is very little traffic driving by as well."
Night sky viewing: The minimal light pollution around McGee Creek State Park Campground creates excellent stargazing conditions. A visitor noted, "This place is really dark at night and some campsites are very private. You can see so many stars."
Wildlife observation: The area's diverse habitats support varied wildlife viewing opportunities. According to a Blue River visitor, "The water is so clear, you can see the fish in it." Early morning fog across lakes creates scenic photography opportunities.
Mature shade trees: Boggy Depot State Park features large oak trees that provide natural cooling during hot months. A review highlights, "It is remote in the country nestled in very old oak trees which makes it beautiful. It is very shady with over a hundred camping spots."
What you should know
License requirements: Blue River Camp requires all visitors to have proper documentation. A recent visitor clarified, "To enter the grounds you need a hunting/fishing license or a 3day wildlife conservation passport. The passport is for any activity on the grounds, excluding hunting or fishing and they are $51 currently."
Restroom limitations: Many campgrounds feature basic facilities with varying levels of maintenance. A McGee Creek camper observed, "What we didn't like is that there is only a pit toilet and no water faucets. There is a real bathroom with a shower about a 10-15 minute walk away."
Wildlife precautions: Campers should be aware of native wildlife, including snakes. One Blue River visitor advised, "Hiking is great but watch out for snakes on the ground along trails. I saw a few. There are many snakes such as rattlesnakes and copperheads."
Seasonal water levels: Spring typically brings higher water levels that may impact site availability. A camper noted, "This last year the water level was high so putting a tent on a site near the water was a bit more difficult."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Boggy Depot State Park Campground offers recreational facilities beyond natural attractions. A visitor mentioned, "It has a fishing lake, pretty nature trails, a baseball diamond, a basketball court, a great playground, picnic tables, group picnic shelters, charcoal grills, and comfort restrooms with showers."
Food storage practices: Wildlife can disturb campsites if proper precautions aren't taken. One experienced camper warned, "The raccoons can be aggressive, keep your food put up in your car or a cooler and throw away your trash nightly unless you want to pick it up in pieces the next day. They may rip your tent to get to food, seriously, put it up."
Swimming safety: Blue River offers natural swimming areas with varying conditions. A visitor reported, "There is a bit of green algae, but it is otherwise clear and refreshing." Water depths vary considerably throughout the river system, requiring close supervision of children.
Camp hut options: McGee Creek State Park provides alternatives to tent camping that work well for families. A reviewer explained, "The huts have a set of bunk beds, picnic table, heat and air, fireplace, fireplace, barbecue grill. The huts do not have bathrooms in each hut but have shared bathrooms outside that are clean and kept up."
Tips from RVers
Site selection considerations: Finding level RV spots at certain campgrounds requires planning. One Lane RV Park visitor noted, "Full hookups, level lot and extremely friendly staff that went above and beyond for us for our short stay. It is right near the road so it's not very quiet, but there's not much anyone can do about that."
Seasonal visits: Off-peak camping offers different advantages. As a K River camper shared, "We stayed for 7 days and we were able to have totally relaxed days as well as very active days. The only reason I rated it 4 stars is that it's a work in progress. New cabins were being added and more trails were being cut while we were there."
Hookup availability: The best places to camp near Stringtown, Oklahoma with full services are primarily at developed state parks. McGee Creek offers varied hookup options as described by a visitor: "McGee Creek is a great park if you enjoy camping and fishing with plenty of opportunity to do so both from the shore line and a boat. On the small side for a state park, it still has plenty of tent sites and RV sites for everyone to enjoy."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Stringtown, OK?
What camping is available near Stringtown, OK?
According to TheDyrt.com, Stringtown, OK offers a wide range of camping options, with 67 campgrounds and RV parks near Stringtown, OK and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Stringtown, OK?
Which is the most popular campground near Stringtown, OK?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Stringtown, OK is McGee Creek State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 18 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Stringtown, OK?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Stringtown, OK?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Stringtown, OK.
What parks are near Stringtown, OK?
What parks are near Stringtown, OK?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 30 parks near Stringtown, OK that allow camping, notably Sardis Lake and Hugo Lake.
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