Black Kettle National Grassland encompasses Skipout Campground, a US Forest Service facility that operates year-round without fees. The campground sits alongside a small lake with a boat launch, offering both drive-in and walk-in access for RVs up to 27 feet and tent campers. Campers find vault toilets, potable water, and trash collection maintained throughout the year.
The lake provides fishing opportunities and space for kayaking, while a walking trail circles the water. Mature trees with low-hanging branches create shade over the campsites, which feature fire rings and covered picnic tables. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with a 14-day stay limit. Cell coverage varies by carrier, with some visitors reporting better reception near the main road entrance.
"Bathrooms, drinking water, and trash," summarizes licia S., noting the essential amenities available. The mowed grassland creates defined camping areas set back from the paved access road. Reviewers mention hearing coyotes at night and observe that the facility can feel quiet during off-peak seasons. The nearest towns for supplies are roughly 30 minutes away, so campers should arrive prepared with food and other necessities.
Description
The elevation of Skipout Campground is 2,100 feet. Twelve camping units are available for public use.
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Location
Public CampgroundSkipout Campground is located in Oklahoma
Directions
In Reydon, OK, at intersection of State Rts. 47 East/30 South/47 West, take Rt. 47 east 4.9 to Skipout Lake sign. Turn left after sign onto RMNS 175 and go 0.5 miles to campground sign. Turn left into campground.
Coordinates
35.63900085 N
99.88100097 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/30/26- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/30/26
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/30/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/30/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 54 min from Amarillo, TX
- 2 hrs 13 min from Oklahoma City, OK
- 2 hrs 18 min from Lawton, OK
- 2 hrs 38 min from Enid, OK
