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 state park on Okmulgee Lake near Okmulgee, Okmulgee County, eastern Oklahoma, managed by the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department. 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 | OK Tourism and Recreation |
| Coordinates | 35.5833° N, 96.0333° W |
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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 state 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: Book campsites and cabins for Oklahoma state parks online at okstateparks.reserveamerica.com.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Okmulgee State Park
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Pets are allowed in Oklahoma state parks as long as they are kept on a leash, supervised at all times and cleaned up after.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- Leash no longer than 10 feet required; pets must be under direct physical control unless in a designated fenced pet area
- Cabins & lodging statewide rule
- Pets permitted in designated pet-friendly cabins for $40 per night per pet; pets are prohibited in lodge rooms ($300 fee assessed if a pet is found in a lodge room)
- Pet fees statewide rule
- $40 per night per pet for pet-friendly cabins; no fee for day use or campsites
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- Proof of rabies vaccination required and must be readily available; pets running at large may be impounded
Are dogs allowed at Okmulgee State Park?
Pets are allowed in Oklahoma state parks as long as they are kept on a leash, supervised at all times and cleaned up after. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via travelok.com. More: Oklahoma state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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