Within Keystone Lake's protected area, Walnut Creek operates as a Corps of Engineers campground that draws visitors primarily for water access and RV camping. The facility sits on the shores of the dammed Arkansas River, where Keystone Lake provides the main recreational focus.
Sites accommodate RVs up to 50 feet with electric, water, and sewer hookups available at rates ranging from $15-30 per night. Jolene C. found it a "beautiful small RV area overlooking lake" with both back-in and pull-through options. The campground includes some sites with electric-only hookups, while others provide full utilities. Shade trees cover many sites, though coverage varies across the camping area.
One bathroom facility serves the entire campground with running water, flush toilets, and showers. Reviewers note maintenance can be inconsistent, with some finding cleanliness issues during their stays. The campground allows pets and campfires, with picnic tables at each site. Kayaking represents the primary activity, though bank fishing also draws visitors to the lake's edge.
Access from nearby Prue keeps the campground convenient to town amenities. The facility works well for RV travelers seeking lakeside camping with full hookups, particularly those planning water-based activities on Keystone Lake.
Description
Overview
Nestled along the north shore of Keystone Lake, Walnut Creek Recreation Area is surrounded by sandy beaches, high bluffs, native grasses, rock outcrops and rolling hills, making it the ideal retreat for fun and quiet relaxation. Along with camping, boating, and day use opportunities, the park also includes 17 miles of trail for hiking and equestrian access.
Recreation
The park has camping, swimming, boat ramp, and 17 miles of hiking/equestrian trails.
Facilities
The park features a dump station, 50 amp electrical service at campsites and water hookups. The campground has restroom/shower facility, backstop, and boat ramp. Walnut Creek's Sand Plum Trail is approximately 17 miles in length, crossing flat to rolling terrain, and affords many vistas of Keystone Lake. The trail is available to hikers, equestrians, and mountain bike enthusiasts. Trail users are advised to stay on designated trails; quicksand may occur along lakeshore.
Natural Features
Walnut Creek has numerous sandy beaches, rolling hills, native tall grasses, and pine forest.
Nearby Attractions
Keystone Ancient Forest Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Preserve
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Beginning April 1, 2026 the check-in time for camping will be 3:00 PM, and check-out time will be 1:00 PM.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundWalnut Creek — Keystone Lake is located in Oklahoma
Directions
From 412 take the 209th Street Exit West of Sand Springs, Drive about 8 mile and turn South on to County Road 1521 just past Prue, OK. Drive about 2 miles to the park entrance.
Coordinates
36.252782 N
96.279967 W
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 36 min from Tulsa, OK
- 1 hr 37 min from Enid, OK
- 1 hr 42 min from Oklahoma City, OK
- 2 hrs 4 min from Joplin, MO
