🌤 Weather at Red Rock Canyon State Park by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42–80 °F | 68–93 °F | 41–86 °F | 30–57 °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 Mcalester Rgnl Airport, 23 mi away, elevation 770 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
🏌️ A Full Resort on Oklahoma’s Biggest Lake — 18-Hole Golf, 25 Miles of Horse Trails, a Marina, and 102,500 Acres of Water — Arrowhead State Park (Arrowhead Area at Lake Eufaula State Park) near Canadian, Oklahoma, 2,200-acre park on Lake Eufaula (Oklahoma’s largest lake at 102,500 surface acres), 18-hole par-72 Arrowhead Golf Course, 25 miles equestrian trails with dedicated horse camp, Area 51 Marina (restaurant, fuel, indoor fishing), swimming beach, 100 tent sites + 91 RV sites, Outlaw Nature Trail, miniature golf, onsite airstrip — McIntosh County, OK
Lake Eufaula is Oklahoma’s largest lake — 102,500 surface acres of water surrounded by 600 miles of shoreline in the rolling hills of southeastern Oklahoma. Arrowhead State Park sits on a peninsula jutting into this inland sea, offering everything from championship golf to 25 miles of horse trails to a marina where you can fish indoors.
This isn’t a “take a hike and go home” park. This is a full-service resort destination — the kind of place where you can play 18 holes in the morning, ride horses in the afternoon, and fish for crappie off the marina dock at sunset.
What to Do
| Activity | Details |
|---|---|
| Golf | Arrowhead Golf Course — 18-hole, par-72 with lake views. Pro shop, driving range, putting green. One of Oklahoma’s most scenic public courses |
| Horseback Riding | 25 miles of equestrian trails through forested hills and lake shoreline. Dedicated horse camp with hitching posts, electric/water hookups, stables |
| Fishing | Lake Eufaula — largemouth and smallmouth bass, crappie, white bass, sunfish, channel and blue catfish. Area 51 Marina has indoor fishing, bait, tackle |
| Boating | Full-service marina with boat fuel, launch ramps, restaurant. Water skiing, wakeboarding, kayaking, canoeing |
| Swimming | Designated swimming beaches with seasonal access |
| Camping | ~100 tent sites + 91 RV sites (many full hookup). Group camps with kitchens and bunkhouses |
| Hiking | Outlaw Nature Trail and Arrowhead Hiking Trail through oak-hickory forest and lake overlooks |
| Fly-In | Onsite airstrip — one of the few state parks in America where you can arrive by airplane |
Lake Eufaula
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Surface Area | 102,500 acres — Oklahoma’s largest lake |
| Shoreline | ~600 miles |
| Dam | Built by Army Corps of Engineers, completed 1964 |
| Top Fish Species | Largemouth bass, crappie (white and black), catfish (channel and blue), white bass |
| Also Known As | “The Gentle Giant” — relatively calm waters compared to Oklahoma’s other large reservoirs |
Best Time to Visit
| Season | Best For |
|---|---|
| Spring (Mar–May) | 🎣 Best fishing — crappie spawn, bass pre-spawn. Wildflowers on trails. Perfect golf weather |
| Fall (Sep–Nov) | 🍂 Cooling temps, fall color on the hills, excellent bass fishing, uncrowded golf |
| Summer (Jun–Aug) | Swimming, boating, water sports peak. Hot (90s–100s). Best for families |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | Mild Oklahoma winters. Golf open year-round (weather permitting). Quiet camping |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I really fly into the park?
Yes — Arrowhead has an onsite airstrip. It’s one of the very few state parks in America with its own runway. Private pilots can fly in and camp or play golf.
Is the golf course public?
Yes — the 18-hole Arrowhead Golf Course is open to the public. Green fees are reasonable by Oklahoma standards, and the lake views from several holes are spectacular.
How big is Lake Eufaula compared to other Oklahoma lakes?
It’s the largest — 102,500 acres with 600 miles of shoreline. For comparison, that’s larger than Lake Texoma’s Oklahoma portion and more than double the size of Grand Lake.
Is there still a lodge?
The historic Arrowhead Lodge is no longer operating as a state-run hotel. Overnight options are now camping (tent and RV sites) and group camps with kitchens and bunkhouses.
Keep exploring: The closest neighbors are Arrowhead State Park (a short drive away) and Eufaula State Park (a short drive away).
Camping reservations: Book campsites and cabins for Oklahoma state parks online at okstateparks.reserveamerica.com.
🏌️ Oklahoma’s Lakeside Resort Park
18 holes of golf with lake views. 25 miles of horse trails. A marina with indoor fishing. And an airstrip — all on Oklahoma’s largest lake at 102,500 acres.
Wildlife & Nature
Red Rock Canyon Park — features dramatic red sandstone and shale canyon walls — 250 million years old (Permian era). The park’s red rock canyon, prairie, and scrub forest support roadrunners, collared lizards, and white-tailed deer. CCC-era trails and bridges.
Nearby Attractions
Hinton — adjacent. Route 66 — nearby. Caddo County — surrounding.
⛺ Camping at Red Rock Canyon State Park: Campgrounds & Cabins
| Campsites | Tent and RV campsites inside the canyon, spread across areas including the Canyon area and Walnut Grove area (RV and tent sites in each; exact sitewide total not published). 30/50-amp electric, full hookups and water hookups available; pull-through sites; also overland/dispersed camping sites. No official total site count published. |
|---|---|
| Cabins & Lodging | Multiple named 'glamping' cabin/tent units (e.g. The Lodge, The Happy Camper, The Terrace, Caddo Cabin, The Cove, The Canyon, The Crest, Honeysuckle, The Marigold) — these are private glamping accommodations, not standard freestanding cabins. |
| Pets | Pets allowed (no further specifics published). |
| Reservations | Online booking via Staylist platform (booking.staylist.app/RedRockCanyon); phone 405-542-6344. Day vehicle admission $10 (5 people max, $2 per additional person); motorcycle admission $5. Standard check-in 2pm, check-out 11am; early occupancy $10 fee. |
| Special sites | Dump station (black tank and honeypot service). 12 miles of hiking trails, rock climbing and rappelling. Free hot showers. This is NOT an Oklahoma State Park: OTRD ceased operating the park on November 1, 2018 and leased it to the Town of Hinton, Oklahoma, which now has it privately operated under the Red Rock Canyon Adventure Park name. |
| Season notes | Year-round operation. |
Camping questions about Red Rock Canyon State Park
Can you camp at Red Rock Canyon State Park?
Tent and RV campsites inside the canyon, spread across areas including the Canyon area and Walnut Grove area (RV and tent sites in each; exact sitewide total not published). 30/50-amp electric, full hookups and water hookups available; pull-through sites; also overland/dispersed camping sites. No official total site count published.
How do you reserve a campsite at Red Rock Canyon State Park?
Online booking via Staylist platform (booking.staylist.app/RedRockCanyon); phone 405-542-6344. Day vehicle admission $10 (5 people max, $2 per additional person); motorcycle admission $5. Standard check-in 2pm, check-out 11am; early occupancy $10 fee.
Are there cabins at Red Rock Canyon State Park?
Multiple named 'glamping' cabin/tent units (e.g. The Lodge, The Happy Camper, The Terrace, Caddo Cabin, The Cove, The Canyon, The Crest, Honeysuckle, The Marigold) — these are private glamping accommodations, not standard freestanding cabins.
Are pets allowed at the Red Rock Canyon State Park campground?
Pets allowed (no further specifics published).
Source: redrockcanyonadventurepark.com (verified July 2026). Details change seasonally — confirm when booking.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Red Rock Canyon 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 Red Rock Canyon 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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