Ouachita National Forest Cedar Lake Recreation Area
This is my favorite spot to camp
With so many trails that you can access just by walking out of the camp site. This is my favorite spot to camp in Oklahoma
Territory Route 66 RV Park & Campgrounds offers overnight access for campers with dogs and pets. The campground maintains clean facilities with coded access to showers and washers, adequate lighting for late-night pet walks, and quiet surroundings except for expected Route 66 traffic noise. Robbers Cave State Park accommodates pets across multiple lodging options including tent sites, RV spots, cabins, yurts, and glamping accommodations. Several state parks throughout Oklahoma permit pets, including Beavers Bend, Natural Falls, Red Rock Canyon, Black Mesa, and Foss State Park. All of these parks require pets to be leashed when outside accommodations and owners to clean up after their animals. The park grounds at most locations provide ample walking areas for exercising dogs, with some featuring dedicated pet-friendly trails. Many campers note the parks are very clean with proper disposal facilities for pet waste.
Beavers Bend State Park's riverside camping areas give dogs access to water for swimming and cooling off during warmer months. The park features multiple hiking trails suitable for leashed pets, with the COE access road providing a scenic route along the river past the spillway where pets can enjoy natural surroundings. Lake Murray State Park offers affordable pet-friendly sites at $29 per night with convenient water access, making it popular for dogs that enjoy swimming. Several Oklahoma state parks have wildlife viewing opportunities, with deer frequently visible at campgrounds like Scissortail. Pet owners should remain vigilant about wildlife encounters, especially at dusk and dawn. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours that apply to barking dogs as well, though reviews indicate enforcement varies by location. During summer months, shaded campsites are recommended for pets to prevent overheating, with early morning or evening being the safest times for pet activities.
$32 / night
"Our first Oklahoma camping trip lead us to Robbers Cave State Park in the southeastern portion of Oklahoma. It is located on more than 8,000 acres in the San Bois Mountains. "
"Stayed in the Equestrian campground with access to miles and miles of trails. It was wonderful and some of the best hiking I have done in quite a while. The hikes along the lake edges were great."
"Definitely be aware of flash flooding- then again... it is Oklahoma... It’s an awesome spot not too far outside of town!"
"Very easy to get to from Oklahoma City."
$20 - $40 / night
"When it comes to Oklahoma one location which continually is brought up is Broken Bow, OK where you can find a great escape from the DFW area or a retreat from your own location which is like no other."
"As indicated above, the Hochatown area is close to the Lake. There are several different campgrounds in this area and it’s all very spread out."
"I go here with my friends every summer we hike almost all the trails , it’s gorgeous last time I went there (summer of 23) we saw a wild river otter swimming there is so much wildlife out there and it’"
"When traveling through Oklahoma, Natural Falls is a great place to camp. It’s on border of Arkansas and Oklahoma, near Siloam Springs. It’s peaceful."
$12 - $38 / night
"My dog, Ava, and I joined a group of fellow teardrop campers in a surprisingly unique and fascinating campground in Oklahoma."
"After spending a couple hours driving through TX and OK, this spot doesn’t even feel like Oklahoma."
"The Wichitas are (in my humble opinion), by far the best place to be in Oklahoma. When my boyfriend took me camping there (he's an OK native), I was pressed to the glass looking at the buffalo."
"It's only about an hour and a half from Oklahoma City and has really wonderful tourist center, trails, and campgrounds."
"Cottonwood trees surround the RV pad sites. Walk along the river trail is filled with more bird varieties. Camp Host is very friendly and pet friendly. The store she runs is well stocked."
"So those with pets be aware. Great campsites, bathrooms really nice (we rooftop tent camp). We stayed in the no lights area. Such an amazing view of the stars! We were lucky with a clear night."
$20 - $30 / night
"This is one of our favorite tent and trailer camping locations in Oklahoma."
"Camp site was clean, and although far from the C comfort station, it was a short walk to the D comfort station."
$15 - $39 / night
"It’s about 35 minutes from Oklahoma City and there are smaller grocery stores within 10 minutes of the site. The owner was so nice and helpful! Amazing sunsets and very peaceful!"
"Lots of grassy areas to walk the dogs. This campground is on farm land and in beautiful countryside. It’s very peaceful and relatively quiet considering it’s right on the old Route 66."
"There was a picnic table and grill and a water faucet nearby. The sites were nice and grassy and mowed. The bathroom was nice and clean with individual showers, each with their own door."
"I don’t know if it’s an Oklahoma thing but the wind was crazy making tent camping a little rough."












With so many trails that you can access just by walking out of the camp site. This is my favorite spot to camp in Oklahoma
We arrived here later in the day. We were here and it was chilly in November. Apparently the person working didn't anticipate any body showing up so late in the season. They were surprised and let us in for free. Its a pretty sweet camp right on the lake. 20-30 tent sites. As well as full RV hook ups.
Theres hiking, biking, and fishing in the area. We weren't really sure what to think about camping in Oklahoma and the camp site and people blew our expectations.
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This was mine and my mom's favorite place to camp in Oklahoma. The campground is heavily forested with pine trees and there are some sites right off the lake. It has a very nice bathroom facility with showers. Normally when we would go (in the fall and spring) it was not very crowded. Lots of great hiking trails nearby and the scenic Talimena scenic drive is beautiful, especially in the fall.
What a great place to camp in Oklahoma! The campground was well maintained, the bathrooms were spotless, and the variety of trails was endless. I stayed here just for the night and a short hike the next morning before continuing to Colorado, and if I had not been on a tight schedule I would have stayed longer! They have several options for camping including group sites, RV hookups, and cabins, playgrounds for the kids, a pool with concessions, and lots of hiking and biking options. The rangers were very friendly and informative, giving me lots of great information, not just about this park, but all Oklahoma State Parks. They were very dog friendly and mine enjoyed the stay as well, with lots of things to sniff and see. Dogs are allowed on all trails and inside most buildings as long as they are on a 10 foot leash.
This rest stop and visitor area is perfect for a stop to walk or for an overnight stay. They have bathrooms, brochures for all the different regions of Oklahoma, pet area, large level lots, and great walking path. When you arrive the road splits one side for cars other for big rigs and RVs. Since we were worried about the noise from the semi trucks we found a road right before the truck lot to the right. We went by what appears to be a maintenance building and around behind that is a locked lot were they keep sand. We parked back here. It was quiet and level. No one came to ask us to leave and it appeared to be part of this rest area land. The truck and tv lot did fill up in the evening. The information center is open from 8:30-5 daily the the ladies inside were very friendly and helpful! Be careful with your pets. The grass area is full of those thorny burrs!! Our dog got a few before we discovered that, but the pet area was clear from those nasty things! Definitely a perfect welcome into Oklahoma.
Rolling Stones stables & RV Park is tucked away in the woods, off the beaten path. Staff is friendly and helpful. Has a large dog park area, with trails and a small lake to explore. Lots of wildlife.
Great location, friendly staff, and very reasonable pricing. $395 for the month + electric. Laundry room on site is nice, inexpensive, and includes plenty of washer and dryers. There’s a paved walking trail right next to the campground that is well maintained and leads to the campgrounds dog park. Dog park is clean and spacious. My only thing to note is that the campground is all rock/dirt so it is very dusty, however the staff to a great job of keeping up with the area and making it a nice place to stay.
This is a great family owned RV resort with easy access,.8 miles, to and from I-35 via exit 24 about halfway between Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Dallas Texas; absolutely no interstate noise. Beautiful country setting among the rolling hills and just a mile and a half from the entrance to Lake Murray State Park offering water activities on the centerpiece 5,278 surface acre Lake Murray, 18 hole golf, picnicking, fishing, camping, trail riding, hayrides, 30 miles of hiking, swimming, miniature golf, 100 acres of ATV trails, several marinas and more. The resort amenities include a clubhouse, inground pool, playground, basketball, dog park, lake with firepits, bathhouse, laundry, ice, propane fill station, free wi fi and cable TV. All interior roads are paved, pads are all concrete with irrigated grass lawns, 50/30/15 amp electric, water, sewer, table and cable on 90 large pull throughs and 38 back-ins. Verizon 4 bars. Camp hosts on site and the staff is very welcoming. This park is extremely well cared for and relatively new...so as the trees mature so will the shade and the aesthetics. Great place for a long term stay or just a weekend getaway. The nearby town of Ardmore has all the necessities: shopping, dining, groceries, fuel and Walmart and just a short distance to Winstar Casino(one of the largest in the world) plus several museums and cultural centers. 1031 Lodge Rd, Ardmore, Oklahoma, 73401 l www.bythelakerv.com l 580-798-4721 l GPS 34.071845,-97.132978
On my way north of Oklahoma City I was in search of a gas station on a pretty baron strip of highway. I saw a few signs for a local community of Perry and thought I would check it out along the way. Just off the highway at exit 185 heading toward Highway 77 there was a small truck stop but more surprisingly located just beside as a part of the same property was roadside motel and RV stop.
I inquired within and was informed that they have nightly as well as weekly rates available and often are frequented by tourists passing through on the main highway.
There are only 16 pull through locations but they do allow overnight tent stay, although there is not a discounted rate for tents.
The property is limited on shade but does have basic amenities and proximity to quick feel before hitting the road again.
The restrooms are quite nice and offer showers and laundry services as well. They do allow pets and didn’t seem to have an additional charge for this. If you are looking for an easy access location this one is great for a quick pull off however if you are looking for more recreational style campgrounds look at Perry Lake which is only a short distance away.
Oklahoma offers a variety of pet-friendly camping options, allowing you to enjoy the great outdoors with your furry friends. From scenic views to ample activities, these campgrounds cater to both you and your pets.
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