Former State Park on Lake Hudson in Northeastern Oklahoma — Snowdale Area at Grand Lake State Park, Campground With Electric and Water Hookup Sites, Fishing for Largemouth Bass Spotted Bass Crappie and Catfish on Lake Hudson, Lighted Boat Ramp, Comfort Stations With Showers, Near Salina Mayes County Northeastern Oklahoma Ozarks Region
Snowdale State Park (officially the Snowdale Area at Grand Lake State Park) is a former state park area on Lake Hudson near Salina, Mayes County, northeastern Oklahoma, approximately one mile west of Salina on Highway 20. The area historically featured RV and tent campsites with electric and water hookup sites, comfort stations with restrooms and hot showers, fishing for largemouth bass, spotted bass, white bass, crappie, channel catfish, and bluegill on Lake Hudson, a lighted boat ramp for day and night fishing access, picnic areas with grills and tables, and a quiet Ozarks setting in the rolling hills of northeastern Oklahoma.
Lake Hudson is a productive bass and crappie lake — the spotted bass fishing is particularly noteworthy — and the Snowdale area historically provided convenient, affordable access to the lake’s best fishing waters.
Important: Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation did not renew its lease from the Grand River Dam Authority in 2019. Current management and facility availability may have changed significantly. Contact the Grand River Dam Authority or Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation for current status before planning a visit.
Historical Activities
- Fishing — bass, crappie, catfish on Lake Hudson
- Camping — E/W hookup sites (verify current status)
- Boating — lighted ramp
- Picnicking — grills, tables
Area Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | ~1 mi W of Salina, Mayes County, NE OK |
| Status | ⚠️ Former SP — lease not renewed 2019 |
| Lake | Lake Hudson |
| Former Name | Snowdale Area at Grand Lake SP |
| Contact | Grand River Dam Authority / OK DWRC |
| Coordinates | 36.2833° N, 95.1667° W |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Snowdale still a state park?
Snowdale State Park (Snowdale Area at Grand Lake State Park) near Salina in northeastern Oklahoma is no longer operated as a state park — Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation did not renew its lease from the Grand River Dam Authority in 2019. The area on Lake Hudson historically offered camping with hookups, a lighted boat ramp, and fishing for bass, crappie, and catfish. Current management and facility status may have changed — contact the Grand River Dam Authority or Oklahoma DWRC before visiting.
Last updated: May 2026
Make it a road trip: Pair a visit with Grand Lake State Park (a short drive away) or Spavinaw State Park (a short drive away).
Camping reservations: Book campsites and cabins for Oklahoma state parks online at okstateparks.reserveamerica.com.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Snowdale 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 Snowdale 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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