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Pawhuska Lake (Old City Lake) Dispersed

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Location

Pawhuska Lake (Old City Lake) Dispersed is located in Oklahoma

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Coordinates

36.64359078953034 N
96.39654687945234 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Phone Service
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Reviewed Apr. 12, 2025

A free place to camp

This is the old city lake outside of Pawhuska. It is not Bluestem Lake (Bluestem is a couple miles north). The Old city lake is smaller and quieter and has no improvements beyond a few picnic tables and a toilet only the desperate would consider using. To reach the camping area you drive across the damn to the west boat dock area. There is a dirt road/trail that heads up to a few camping spots. Most of the camping areas have been abandoned to time but some of them are still maintained. The lake is a no wake lake and is great for kayaking. They used to stock it with trout. Near the east boat ramp is a pretty cool table top rock feature. Below the damn you can find a trail and some bluffs that are fun to explore. On top of the bluffs is an old abandoned camping area.

  • Review photo of Pawhuska Lake (Old City Lake) Dispersed by Curtis L., April 12, 2025
  • Review photo of Pawhuska Lake (Old City Lake) Dispersed by Curtis L., April 12, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Pawhuska Lake (Old City Lake) Dispersed?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Pawhuska Lake (Old City Lake) Dispersed, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Pawhuska Lake (Old City Lake) Dispersed have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Pawhuska Lake (Old City Lake) Dispersed does not have wifi.