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🌤 Weather at Okmulgee State Park by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38–79 °F | 66–93 °F | 37–84 °F | 26–55 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Okmulgee Wtr Wks, 3 mi away, elevation 647 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
Lake Recreation Park in the Rolling Hills of Eastern Oklahoma — Multiple Campgrounds Including Red Oak, Hickory Point, and Black Jack With Electric and Water Hookup Sites for RVs and Tents, Comfort Stations With Restrooms and Hot Showers, Sanitary Dump Stations, Fishing for Largemouth Bass Crappie White Bass Sunfish and Channel Catfish on Okmulgee Lake, Lighted Boat Ramps and ADA-Accessible Fishing Dock, ADA-Accessible Hiking Trail Along the Lakeshore, Designated Swimming Area, Mountain Biking Trails Through Oak-Hickory Forest, Group Shelters for Family Reunions and Gatherings, Playgrounds for Children, Adjacent to Dripping Springs Area and Lake, Near Okmulgee Okmulgee County Eastern Oklahoma
Okmulgee State Park is a city park on Okmulgee Lake near Okmulgee, Okmulgee County, eastern Oklahoma, run by the City of Okmulgee. The park features multiple campgrounds — including Red Oak, Hickory Point, and Black Jack — with electric and water hookup sites for RVs and tents, comfort stations with restrooms and hot showers, sanitary dump stations, fishing for largemouth bass, crappie, white bass, sunfish, and channel catfish on Okmulgee Lake, lighted boat ramps and an ADA-accessible fishing dock, an ADA-accessible hiking trail along the lakeshore, a designated swimming area popular during warm Oklahoma summers, mountain biking trails through oak-and-hickory forest, group shelters ideal for family reunions and gatherings, playgrounds for children, and proximity to the adjacent Dripping Springs area and lake.
Okmulgee Lake is a productive fishing lake in the rolling oak-and-hickory hills of eastern Oklahoma — the crappie fishing is particularly popular in spring when schools move into shallow water near the boat docks and campgrounds. The lighted boat ramps allow early morning and evening launches that are essential for productive summer bass fishing.
The park’s three campgrounds provide different experiences — Red Oak is more secluded and wooded, Hickory Point offers the best lake views and waterfront access, and Black Jack is closest to the swimming area and playgrounds, making it ideal for families with children. The ADA-accessible hiking trail and fishing dock make the park welcoming for visitors of all abilities.
Things to Do
- Fishing — bass, crappie, white bass, catfish
- Camping — 3 campgrounds, E/W hookups, showers
- Boating — lighted ramps, ADA dock
- Swimming — designated area
- Hiking — ADA-accessible lakeshore trail
- Mountain biking — oak-hickory forest trails
- Playground — family-friendly
Park Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Near Okmulgee, Okmulgee County, E OK |
| Lake | Okmulgee Lake |
| Campgrounds | Red Oak, Hickory Point, Black Jack |
| Fishing | Bass, crappie, white bass, catfish |
| Boat Ramps | Lighted, with ADA fishing dock |
| ADA | Accessible trail + fishing dock |
| Managed By | City of Okmulgee |
| Coordinates | 35.5833° N, 96.0333° W |
Wildlife & Nature
Okmulgee SP — on Lake Okmulgee — in the Creek Nation capital. The park’s lake, cross timbers, and blackjack-post oak forest support white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, and armadillos. Built by the CCC.
Nearby Attractions
Okmulgee — adjacent — capital of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. Creek Council House Museum — in town.
Frequently Asked Questions
What campgrounds are at Okmulgee State Park?
Okmulgee State Park near Okmulgee, Oklahoma has three campgrounds: Red Oak (more secluded and wooded), Hickory Point (best lake views and waterfront access), and Black Jack (close to swimming and playgrounds, ideal for families). All offer electric and water hookups, comfort stations with showers, and dump stations. The park on Okmulgee Lake features lighted boat ramps, an ADA-accessible fishing dock and lakeshore hiking trail, fishing for bass, crappie, white bass, and catfish, a swimming area, mountain biking trails, group shelters, and playgrounds.
Last updated: May 2026
Nearby parks: If you have extra time, Dripping Springs Park is a short drive away, and Disney/Little Blue State Park is within about an hour’s drive.
Camping reservations: Okmulgee is run by the City of Okmulgee, not by Oklahoma State Parks, so the state park booking site does not cover it. The city takes no campsite reservations; all camping is first-come, first-served.
⛺ Camping at Okmulgee State Park: Campgrounds & Cabins
| Campsites | Two areas along Okmulgee Lake (668 acres) and Dripping Springs Lake (1,150 acres, designated Oklahoma's first 'Trophy Bass Lake'). Okmulgee area: 47 semi-modern RV sites (electric and water hookups), 1 full-hookup RV site, 103 primitive tent sites. Dripping Springs area: 76 semi-modern RV sites (electric and water hookups), 69 primitive tent sites. City source states 295 total sites; itemized breakdown sums to 296 (minor discrepancy in source, hence no single total given here). Vault toilets and comfort stations; historic 1930s WPA/CCC structures. |
|---|---|
| Pets | Pets allowed (no further specifics published). |
| Reservations | All camping is first-come, first-served (no online reservation system found). Park office (918) 756-5971. Fees: tent sites $13, RV sites (electric/water) $22, ADA-accessible site $25; $2 senior/disability discount. |
| Special sites | Dump station. ADA-accessible fishing dock. Group shelters. This park is no longer operated by Oklahoma State Parks (OTRD) — it is run by the City of Okmulgee (contact [email protected], okmulgeeonline.com). |
| Season notes | Standard office hours 7am-4:30pm weekdays; extended hours in summer. |
Camping questions about Okmulgee State Park
Can you camp at Okmulgee State Park?
Two areas along Okmulgee Lake (668 acres) and Dripping Springs Lake (1,150 acres, designated Oklahoma's first 'Trophy Bass Lake'). Okmulgee area: 47 semi-modern RV sites (electric and water hookups), 1 full-hookup RV site, 103 primitive tent sites. Dripping Springs area: 76 semi-modern RV sites (electric and water hookups), 69 primitive tent sites. City source states 295 total sites; itemized breakdown sums to 296 (minor discrepancy in source, hence no single total given here). Vault toilets and comfort stations; historic 1930s WPA/CCC structures.
How do you reserve a campsite at Okmulgee State Park?
All camping is first-come, first-served (no online reservation system found). Park office (918) 756-5971. Fees: tent sites $13, RV sites (electric/water) $22, ADA-accessible site $25; $2 senior/disability discount.
Are pets allowed at the Okmulgee State Park campground?
Pets allowed (no further specifics published).
Source: travelok.com (verified July 2026). Details change seasonally — confirm when booking.
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