Lake Murray State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Oklahoma’s first and largest state park, Lake Murray State Park, covers 12,500 acres encompassing 5,700-acre Lake Murray. Located amongst southern Oklahoma's rolling hills and forests, the park offers a reprieve from summer heat for thousands of visiting families. Since its initial completion in 1938 by Works Progress Administration (WPA) and Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) members, visitors have enjoyed the crystal-clear waters, rugged hills, and magnificent forests. Still recognizable as a wild and scenic area with a historic impact, the park was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 12, 2001. Nearby Cities: • Ardmore, OK • Lone Grove, OK • Springer, OK • Marietta, OK
Spring 43-82 F
Summer 69-95 F
Fall 42-87 F
Winter 31-57 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Lake Murray State Park
Martins Landing Campground • Water hookup: Yes • Electrical hookup: Yes • Sewer hookup: Yes • Wi-Fi: No • Pet-friendly: Yes • Max RV length: 30 feet • Other amenities: Restrooms, hot showers, swim beach, boat ramp, playground, pavilion, dump station Rock Tower Campground • Water hookup: Yes • Electrical hookup: Yes • Sewer hookup: Yes • Wi-Fi: No • Pet-friendly: Yes • Max RV length: 32 feet • Other amenities: Restrooms, hot showers, fishing pier, playground, pavilion, dump station Marietta Landing Campground • Water hookup: Yes • Electrical hookup: Yes • Sewer hookup: Yes • Wi-Fi: No • Pet-friendly: Yes • Max RV length: 30 feet • Other amenities: Picnic tables, restrooms, hot showers, swim beach, boat ramp, boat dock, playground, pavilion, dump station Buzzards Roost Campground • Water hookup: Yes • Electrical hookup: Yes • Sewer hookup: Yes • Wi-Fi: No • Pet-friendly: Yes • Max RV length: 30 feet • Other amenities: Fire rings, restrooms, boat ramp, playground, dump station Cedar Cove Campground • Water hookup: Yes • Electrical hookup: Yes • Sewer hookup: Yes • Wi-Fi: No • Pet-friendly: Yes • Max RV length: 30 feet • Other amenities: Restrooms with showers, playground, dump station Elephant Rock Campground • Water hookup: Yes • Electrical hookup: Yes • Sewer hookup: Yes, two spaces • Wi-Fi: No • Pet-friendly: Yes • Max RV length: 50 feet • Other amenities: Fire rings, restrooms, hot showers, swim beach, boat ramp, playground, pavilion, dump station Tipps Point Campground • Water hookup: Yes • Electrical hookup: Yes • Sewer hookup: Yes • Wi-Fi: No • Pet-friendly: Yes • Max RV length: 30 feet • Other amenities: Restrooms with hot showers, swim beach, boat ramp, boat dock. playground, pavilion, dump station Duke’s Forest Campground • Water hookup: Yes • Electrical hookup: Yes • Sewer hookup: Yes • Wi-Fi: No • Pet-friendly: Yes • Max RV length: 35 feet • Other amenities: Restrooms, playground, pavilion, dump station, baseball field
By The Lake RV Park And Resort
By The Lake is located literally outside of the state park, giving you easy driving or even walking distance from all that Lake Murray has to offer. They’ve been rated as one of the top 2 RV resorts in the state and provide 90 large pull-thru sites, plus 38 back-in sites. Daily rates range from $43 - $48.
Water hookup: yes
Electrical hookup: yes
Sewer hookup: yes
Wifi: yes
Pet-friendly: yes
Other amenities: game room, fire pits, playground, laundry facilities, showers, restrooms, fishing pond, outdoor games, pet play area, propane, swimming pool, storm shelter, trailer and boat parking.
Shangri-La RV Resort
Shangri-La RV Resort is another facility located just outside of the state park, on its eastern side. It offers a peaceful place to stay for guests wanting to enjoy the beautiful countryside setting. Full hookups are available and daily rates range from $25 - $27.50.
Water hookup: yes
Electrical hookup: yes
Sewer hookup: yes
Wifi: yes
Pet-friendly: yes
Other amenities: pavilion with picnic tables, fire pits, bath house, laundry room, storm shelter, boat and RV storage.
Red River Rose RV Resort
Red River Rose RV Resort (formerly Hidden Lake RV Resort) is located near the outskirts of the state park, though it is still extremely central to all of the region’s most popular attractions. The park is nestled in the beautiful hill country of the state and offers 67 pull-through sites, 17 back-in sites and 3 log cabins. RV sites cost $39 per night.
Water hookup: yes
Electrical hookup: yes
Sewer hookup: yes
Wifi: yes
Pet-friendly: yes
Other amenities: storm shelter, swimming pool, playground, horseshoe pit, volleyball, waterslides, fishing ponds, laundry facilities, LP gas, ice, firewood, camp store.
What to Do at
Lake Murray State Park
Staying active at Lake Murray State Park is not an issue. Facilities such as an 18-hole golf course, a lake full of fish, and an extensive list of hiking trails satisfy the tastes of every guest.
Inside Lake Murray State Park
Lake Murray State Park might be popular for camping, but people also flock here because of the wide range of fun outdoor activities on offer. Whether you’re hoping to enjoy water sports, fishing, swimming, golfing, exploring the park’s trails, or more – there’s something for every type of traveler at Lake Murray.
Water sports : Lake Murray offers over 5,700 acres of water for water sports and activities, including water skiing, wakeboarding, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, sailing, and more. Lake Murray Water Sports & Mini Golf is a rental business located inside the park, with paddleboats, canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, sail boats, water trampolines, water slides, wave runners, fishing boats, and Island Cruisers available to rent.
Fishing : The fishing at Lake Murray is excellent and is known for great largemouth and smallmouth bass fishing. If you’re in need of supplies, visit Lake Murray Marina for boat rentals, life jackets, boat fenders, dock lines, anchors, fishing equipment, live bait, frozen bait, and more. A valid fishing license is required.
Swimming : Lake Murray has several beach areas located around the lake. Sunset Beach is the most popular, but other swimming beaches include Marina Beach, Martins Landing Beach, and Resort Lodge Beach.
Golfing : The 18-hole Lake Murray State Park Golf Course is enjoyed by golfers of all ages and abilities. It even features strategically placed water hazards and a breathtaking natural waterfall! A pro shop and practice range are located on-site and individual or group lessons are available.
Trails : Lake Murray State Park has an extensive trail system for hikers and mountain bikers, including over 10 miles of trails ranging from easy to moderately difficult. The two major trails include Anadarche Trail and the Buckhorn Trial, while smaller trails such as the Lake Shore Trail and Beaver Trail take visitors closer to the lake’s shore.
Fishing
Largemouth, smallmouth bass, and spotted bass are among the most pursued fish species in Lake Murray. Other large-game fish available are channel catfish, white bass, and striped bass. Smaller fish breeds include black crappie, white crappie, bluegill, green sunfish, redear sunfish, and walleye.
Geocaching
As in all Oklahoma state parks, geocaching is allowed. To engage in this game, participants must first apply for a permit. These are issued at the state park's office where the game is played.
Nature Watching
There is no place better than Lake Murray State Park for nature enthusiasts to view animals in their natural habitat. With the hovering trees, expanses of grassland, and incredible lake views, nature makes its presence known to every visitor. Even the golf course is constructed in a manner that emphasizes the natural aspects of the land.
Stargazing
With large cities far removed from the area, the sky is relatively light pollution-free at Lake Murray, making for excellent stargazing.
Flora and Fauna
Old-growth oaks are the major tree species that populate Lake Murray State Park. The trees are spotty in some areas, towering above prairie grasses where larger animals graze, such as white-tailed deer. Smaller species of grey squirrels and mice find the area a great home.
Hiking
The Buckhorn Hiking Trail and Elephant Rock Trail are the park's most accessible and popular hiking opportunities. The 2.2-mile Elephant Rock Trail runs in a loop and is paved. The in-and-out Buckhorn Hiking Trail runs 3.4 miles along the lake's edge and is excellent for bird watchers.
Biking
Many visitors come to the park to enjoy the biking trails. Unique trails for three- and four-wheel ATVs allow enthusiasts to explore the rolling hills faster. Some biking trails advise caution as they are shared with hikers.
Boating
Boating of all types is allowed on Lake Murray. There are several boat ramps lined along the lake’s shores. Visitors can rent boats at the central ranger facility to explore the nooks and crannies of the lake.
Swimming
Several swimming beaches are available on the lake. Protected by buoys and well-marked with wake warnings for boaters, these swimming areas are safe for adults and children.
How to Get to
Lake Murray State Park
To get to Lake Murray State Park from the center of Ardmore, OK, head north on East Lake Murray Drive (OK-77) for 2.9 miles. Stay to the right to continue on Oklahoma State Highway 77 (OK-77) for another 0.2 mile to find the entrance to the park.
Entering Lake Murray State Park
Lake Murray State Park Admission per vehicle - first day : $10.0
Lake Murray State Park Admission per vehicle - Oklahoma residents/Native American plates. : $8.0
Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Murray State Park
The park is open year-round, but the best times to visit are spring and fall. During the hot summer, the lake is a great place to ward off the heat with a quick dip in its many swimming areas.
Grey squirrels and white-tailed deer are commonly seen in the park. Birdwatchers come to view the iconic roadrunner, eagles, turkey vultures, scissor-tailed flycatchers, red-tailed hawks, and quail.
Overall, there are over 300 designated RV campsites in Lake Murray State Park. A few sites offer full hookups for RV visitors.
Reservations are required for RV campers. To make a reservation, visit TravelOK.com. An RV campsite costs $19 to $30 per night on top of the vehicle entry fee.
Pets are welcome at the park for an additional fee. All dogs must be leashed.