Spavinaw — Grand Lake State Park
Reviewed Nov. 1, 2017

Pretty location if you can figure out where you are

So, the most interesting part of this park was the sign, or lack thereof. As I pulled in, I noticed that it looked like someone had painted out “Spavinaw” with the intent of re-painting, but somehow forgot to finish the job. Oh well. The park itself is just a wide spot next to the river with some nice campsites for both RV’s and tents. The campsites all had the requisite picnic tables, grills, and fire rings, and there was no lack of nice flat grassy spaces for pitching tents. The sites along the back of the campground were noticeably bigger, but it put you off direct river access. And the river is the big draw here. I was here late in the season (apparently they close this park in the winter months) so the water was low, but there were plenty of people trying their luck with the fishing. I suspect in the summer there are lots of kids playing in the shallow river from early until late.  The river is really the overflow channel of Lake Spavinaw, and there is a nice short trail that takes you to the base of the dam. You can also go up top and fish and boat in Lake Spavinaw. The nearby town of Spavinaw is cute and rustic, and I happened to be there during the weekend they were celebrating Mickey Mantle Days with a fun car show and outdoor concert. Lots of fun!

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  • Review photo of Spavinaw — Grand Lake State Park by Annie C., November 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Spavinaw — Grand Lake State Park by Annie C., November 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Spavinaw — Grand Lake State Park by Annie C., November 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Spavinaw — Grand Lake State Park by Annie C., November 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Spavinaw — Grand Lake State Park by Annie C., November 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Spavinaw — Grand Lake State Park by Annie C., November 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Spavinaw — Grand Lake State Park by Annie C., November 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Spavinaw — Grand Lake State Park by Annie C., November 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Spavinaw — Grand Lake State Park by Annie C., November 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Spavinaw — Grand Lake State Park by Annie C., November 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Spavinaw — Grand Lake State Park by Annie C., November 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Spavinaw — Grand Lake State Park by Annie C., November 1, 2017