Sitting on the east shore of Lake Lawtonka with open sightlines toward Mount Scott and the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge just across the water, this municipally managed campground gives campers two distinct environments to choose from. The tent-only areas divide into a wooded section near a pond and a more open, exposed site with almost no tree cover. RV sites with electric and water hookups run up to 50 feet and cost between $20 and $30 per night, while primitive tent sites come in at $10. No reservations are available, so sites are first-come, first-served.
The lake access is the main draw. Several sites sit directly on the water, and reviewers consistently note that spots closest to the shoreline fill quickly on weekends. Across the Road RV (ATR) is just south if hookup availability is a concern. Dogs are welcome, and the lake gives them room to move. The campground has a dump station, showers, and drinking water, though the restrooms are near the entrance gate, which means campers in far-out sites may find themselves relying on portable outhouses in the primitive areas.
A few practical notes worth knowing before arrival: RV sites are wired for 50-amp service, so 30-amp rigs need an adapter. Water hookup distances vary by site, and one reviewer flagged that a 60-foot hose may be necessary. Road noise from the adjacent state highway is audible at night, particularly from truck traffic. Dusty B. noted it as "very quiet, beautiful lake view," though that assessment likely reflects a low-traffic weekday. For a fuller look at what's available in the region, Creekside Cabins and RV Park and Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area are both within a few miles. Early March through late spring tends to see lighter crowds before summer heat sets in.
Description
Lake Lawtonka has two campgrounds. East Campground and Robinson's Landing
No Reservations
Lake Ellsworth has 5 campgrounds. Edgewater Park, Chandler Creek, Ralph's Resort, East side of the Lake Ellsworth Dam, Colliers Landing
No Reservations
Reservation Info
You may camp at designated area's only. Shelters will be occupied on a first come first serve basis. There will be no reservations. To hold a vacant shelter or area, you must have a camping unit, i.e. pickups with camper shells, a camping van, travel trailer or motor home must be placed on a vacant site pending issuance of a camping permit. Tents are not allowed to hold vacant spots. Tent camping will only be permitted in the "ponds or primitive camping area." No more than 1 camping unit will be located at each camp site. NO electrical appliances (refrigerator, freezer, stove, microwave) will be allowed outside of the camping unit.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLake Lawtonka East Campground is located in Oklahoma near Medicine Park
Public CampgroundCoordinates
34.75359591 N
98.48789081 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 8/28/26- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/28/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 8/28/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 8/28/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/28/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 8/28/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 16 min from Lawton, OK
- 56 min from Wichita Falls, TX
- 1 hr 12 min from Oklahoma City, OK
- 2 hrs 24 min from Enid, OK
