Discover the best campgrounds in Oklahoma with wildlife watching

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12 top campgrounds in Oklahoma with wildlife watching

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Hippie Hill

13 sites · Lodging, Tents1 acre · Medicine Park, OK

We are a quarter mile from the entrance to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. Our glamping village is located on a hill behind our cafe with amazing views of Mt Scott and hiking trails connected. We offer three wall tents, "Zion" , “Selah” and “Shiloh”. Each site has a wooden deck, and a framed in Queen size bed. Fully furnished, super cozy and very romantic, these glamping options will not disappoint. For large parties and groups, ask about our twin cots and nine nearby primitive campsites. Starting Friday, May 25, 2024, we will have an eco friendly bathroom building and an enclosed outdoor shower exclusive for campers.

Three Ponds Community

8 sites · Lodging, Tents10 acres · Sand Springs, OK

Three Ponds Community is a small mindful yoga community of friends. We have two families living on the land with one more in her tiny home. Joe and Hailey also own and manage Be Love Yoga Studio in Tulsa and Jenks and operate the Big Om Yoga Retreat. We tend the garden year round and have a small farm of animals that include goats, chickens, ducks, pigs, a goose, and 2 miniature donkeys. We are excited to share our little piece of heaven with you. Nearby (drive time): -Keystone Lake (10 minutes) -Big Al's Convenience Store (5 minutes) -Keystone Ancient Forest (6 minutes) -Downtown Tulsa (25 minutes) -City of Sand Springs (15 minutes) -Osage Forest of Peace (15 minutes) Follow our socials: (@)threepondscommunity on Facebook, Instagram, or Tiktok.

Lakeside Point

15 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents29 acres · Clayton, OK

This property boasts breathtaking views of the lake and mountains. Guests can stroll to the water for swimming, fishing, or kayaking right from the campground's banks. While boats cannot be launched on-site, a boat ramp is just a few miles away. Boats may be pulled up to our shore for daytime convenience. Our intimate campground features spacious pull-through sites starting at 40x60 feet, complete with full hookups, eliminating the hassle of waste disposal upon departure. The pavilion provides breathtaking views of the lake and mountains. It features an open area measuring 30x30 feet, complete with a full kitchen and two bathrooms. The surrounding space affords a private setting. A great place for events including weddings, family reunions and more intimate gatherings.

Heavener Runestone Park

17 sites · RVs, Tents55 acres · OK

This 55 acre park is home of a large sandstone that contains 8 markings believed to have been made by Vikings many years ago. The park features a seasonal waterfall, covered picnic areas, playground, amphitheater with seating, community building, scenic views, gift shop and approximately 2 miles of nature trails. Be advised that most tent sites have a tent pad but a few are primitive. The one RV site is for 16 ft. or less vehicles and smaller teardrop trailers with limited hook-up and no dump station. Restroom and shower facilities are located within the park. Forest setting while still close to stores in case of forgotten items but the gift shop is stocked with camping supplies, as well. Variety of small wildlife in the area. All sites allow campfires UNLESS we are under a county wide burn ban. *Note moderate cancellation policy for most dates - full refund 3 days before check-in time. * ** Special event camping is a strict no refund policy.

Westmuckett Homestead

16 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Yale, OK

Welcome to our little slice of heaven, 30 acres of natural prairie nestled on the highest point in the county overlooking the surrounding Twin Mounds valley. Like most of us, we were in desperate need of a place to get away from the bustle of daily life, slow down, and decompress, and the land gave us just that! We are so excited to share this place with others who share our passion of the outdoors and feel that breath of the wild. Interestingly, each year we find out more about our home, from its Native American prehistory of being a ceremonial grounds, to its 19th century cival war conflict, and most recently, a lost article published in the 1940s in the local Oklahoman gazette that talks about burried treasure! Our sites offer lots of open space and are private and seculded from each other. We offer maintained camping sites which are closer to the main entrance and are easily accessible with standard vehicles as well as more our more natural habitat spots that are further into the back pasture. We have easy access to two main highways with the nearest Walmart 10 minutes away. Good cell phone coverage for all the main providers at most locations on the property. Learn more about this land: Come get away and enjoy 30 acres of space and solitude. We have beautiful views of the surrounding valley where our sites are secluded and private, it is the perfect place to break away from the daily grind. History surrounds you, located between the "Twin mounds " ( Battle of Round Mountain Nov. 19, 1861) our campsite is the highest elevation in Payne county. Most of the land is rolling natural prairie grasses and evergreen cedars. We are a great location if you enjoy hunkering down for the day or hiking around trails. Each individual site is unique and has plenty of character along with space to play, spread out, and relax. We welcome all pets! Large groups and family outings are also welcome. Our campsite is open through out the year, same day bookings or extended stays-Whatever your schedule we would be happy to have you. See you soon in the great Outdoors! *******[Good cell phone coverage for all the main providers at most locations on the property. For roadtrippers passing through Oklahoma we offer easy access to main state highways and plenty of secure places to park and sleep for the night. Access to I -35 (30 mins), access to I-40 (60 mins). Fishing and Lakes near by. We are located between Tulsa and Stillwater on Highway 51]

Winding Stair

1 site · RV, Tent30 acres · Talihina, OK

November 5, 2024 Burn ban has been lifted! Please, check the website below for current burn ban information. Our camp is in Latimer County, and very near borders of LeFlore County. https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/8bdc59b2a54a4383a9a2996fb9407580/ Thanks ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Primitive camping on 35 acres of big trees and rocks. Secluded spots with level, cleared areas are available for tent campers and parking. Park near main road and camp close to your vehicle. Or park and pack down deeper into the woods for a wilderness adventure. Follow a wildlife path or blaze your own trail. The property has sloped and shelved areas. Several options are available for vehicle access. Busses, smaller campers, and vans may choose pull in locations with option to stay hitched or park separately. Motorhomes, RV, and 5th wheelers may use a pull through loop that offers easy in and out for vehicles up to 40ft. We typically have been only booking one group at a time, to provide a private camping experience. However, with the increase in booking requests, we occasionally accept more. When requesting a date block, let us know what kind of experience you are looking for, so we may better accommodate you. Hike into woods with all your gear for isolation? Live out of your self contained camper? Park your vehicle closer to road and tent pad? Rig sleeping hammocks in tall trees? Need string lights and a fire ring? A vintage van to lounge in and watch TV? Let us know! There is room to accommodate large camping groups with multiple vehicles. Contact us with any questions or to arrange for group campouts. Free firewood is always available. Near the fire rings, you will find some stacked cut wood and tinder. You may collect more from forest floor. Nearby attractions and amenities : 4 miles to Lake Talihina and Carl Albert 5 miles to town with local shopping Ice, fuel, water. Farmers market, restaurants, and bar. Laundry, banking, library and hospital. Winding Stair Mountain National Recreation Area is a United States national recreation area in the Ouachita National Forest. State Highway 1, known as the Talimena Scenic Byway, bisects the recreation area. U. S. Highway 271 loops up through the summit. Winding Stair Mountain National Recreation Area and the nearby Upper Kiamichi River and Black Fork Mountain Wilderness areas were created by an act of Congress on October 18, 1988. The recreational area consists of 26,445 acres (107.02 km2), comprising the Winding Stair Mountains, several campgrounds, an 85 acres (340,000 m2) lake and many hiking trails. It lies mostly within LeFlore County, Oklahoma. A 45-mile (72 km) section of the Ouachita National Recreation Trail passes through the recreation area providing for diverse hiking opportunities. Also Nearby: Buffalo Mountain Hang Gliding Bigfoot Museum Shooting range Robbers Cave Sardis Lake Clayton Lake Lake Talihina and Lake Carl Albert Canoeing at Broken Bow Lake Fall Foliage Festival in Talihina Rune Stone, Heavener Choctaw Council House, Tuskahoma Choctaw Labor Day Festival Spiro Indian Mounds in Spiro Boom in the valley in July Little River Speedway World's highest hill at Cavanal Forestry Heritage Center Talimena Scenic Byway Owner on-site

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Baumgartens VW Krankenhaus

21 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Tuttle, OK

We are collectors and fixers of all things vintage Volkswagen. Featured on Hot VW’s YouTube page, we have 5 acres here at our house and shop and love to have campers come stay with us. You can have as much or as little interaction with us as you like. Our neighborhood centers around a pond and we have a camping space and fire pit in our backyard. Very quiet area with the BEST sunset views anywhere! A mile and a half from Tiger Safari Wild Animal Park!

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K.C. Ranch

5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents475 acres · Pawhuska, OK

We are a 400 plus acre working family ranch raising Registered Texas Longhorns. We offer homegrown steaks and hamburger for purchase during your stay. In season we offer homegrown fresh vegetables you can purchase to go with your steaks- your welcome to even pick your own. If fresh vegetables are not in season we do have a selection of salsas, jellies, and pickles made on the ranch. There are three ponds for fishing, lots of wildlife including nesting baldeagles. Bring sturdy enclosed shoes for hiking. Bring your canine friend, they will have a vacation of a lifetime. Pawhuska is only 13 miles away, if you want to let someone else cook your dinner. I recommend Bad Brads BBQ! Hope to see you soon.

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Crossroads Ranch

1 site · Lodging32 acres · Depew, OK

We have an old West look here, and love to share all about the cowboy way of life. We have horses to ride, a draft horse to drive, and spend time around the campfire with friends and family. The coffee pot is always on, we love to share cowboy poetry, and some yummy home made sourdough biscuits will melt in your mouth.

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Chivalry Friesians Ranch

15 sites · RVs, Tents170 acres · OK

Chivalry Friesians Horse Ranch has been here for 13 years and lays over 170 acres. There's five stocked ponds. The land is very pretty with lots of wildlife. Horses run on the land. Johnny Park was named after John Brewer, a relative that designed and built a park after he bought this land. Spring and summer are the prettiest times to visit.Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent at Johnny Park. Has a nature trail, stocked pond, shack, fire ring, great for relaxation. Drive ATV 170 acres to explore. Lots of wildlife for people to see. Come to main house for fresh vegetables at certain time of year. Possibility of hen laid eggs. Beef and sausage available to purchase. Any berry on campsite areas eat at will. Also horses run the whole property.

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Peaceful Family Farm

8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents22 acres · Earlsboro, OK

Close to Interstate 40, with full hookups and beautiful country views! Watch the sunset across the pasture, enjoy the chickens, appreciate the peacefulness, enjoy a hike through the woods or many trails, set up a hammock, and more! Toilets available at main site, but no showers. ----------------------------------- As a family with a Naturopath and German New Medicine Practitioner as a mother, it was vital for us to be able to create a life where our family could live as biologically as possible, hence the farm and our way of life! We look forward to sharing it with you! If you'd like help addressing any of your own ailments or improving your health journey, feel free to shoot me an email at Essentially.Intuitive@gmail.com.

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Eagle Mountain View Campground

7 sites · Tents15 acres · Westport, OK

Learn more about this land: Eagle Mountain View Campground is located near beautiful Lake Keystone Mannford, OK. Enjoy this secluded park that is nestled in peaceful river bottom land with views of ridges, wildlife and our sacred eagles flying overhead. Choose from open spaces or camp in the trees and hang out in your hammock! We have woods, fields, walking trails, disc golf and plenty of quiet nature to enjoy. Lake life, including boating and restaurants, is only 3 miles away.

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Camping in Oklahoma with wildlife watching guide

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Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for finding the perfect camping experience. With over 515 options in Oklahoma, specifically tailored for wildlife watching enthusiasts, you're sure to find your dream getaway. Whether you prefer the serene beauty of Heavener Runestone Park (210 reviews), the charming atmosphere of Three Ponds Community (185 reviews), or the rustic charm of Corona Westmuckett Homestead (122 reviews), we've got you covered. Plus, you can enjoy popular amenities like showers, toilets, and trash facilities. And if you're feeling adventurous, there are plenty of activities to keep you entertained, such as exploring historic sites, trying your hand at whitewater paddling, or going for a scenic bike ride. So why wait? Book your camping adventure today at an average price of $28 per night, with options as low as $10!