Waurika Lake
RV Guide
Introduction
Encompassing about 16 square miles of water and approximately 19 square miles of land, Waurika Lake sits within a perfect setting for remarkable RV holidays and recreational experiences. This lake, set within a beautiful natural scene, offers plenty of space for campers and visitors to enjoy fun activities and outdoor pursuits. Located north of Hastings off Oklahoma Highway 5 in Oklahoma, this US Army Corps of Engineers park can be easily accessed by motorhomes and vehicles.
There are plenty of ways to stay active at this lake park, including boating and skiing on its large open waters, angling for a wide variety of fish species, hiking and horseback riding on the scenic trails, and swimming in the beautiful beaches available. Wildlife viewing and hunting opportunities are also available at this park for nature lovers and hunting enthusiasts. Moreover, sightseers and photographers will have wonderful times exploring the park. A nearby attraction is Lake Murray State Park.
Tent, group, and RV camping options are available at Waurika Lake for vacationers. The campgrounds in the park consist of campsites that are equipped with modern amenities as well as electric and water hookups for RVs and trailers. Facilities in the park include fishing docks and fish cleaning stations, boat ramps, playgrounds, picnic shelters, and parking areas.
RV Rentals in Waurika Lake
Transportation
Driving
Located north of Hastings, Oklahoma, off Oklahoma Highway 5, Waurika Lake is a US Army COE park that is easy to locate and access by vacationers and visitors coming to the park in RVs, trailers, or other motorized vehicles. Navigation within the park’s areas is also easy. Equipment rentals are available for vacationers who require RVs and/or trailers northeast of this park at Duncan and Comanche.
Parking
Parking spaces are available for vacationers and visitors at and around Waurika Lake to park RVs, trailers, and cars. The campgrounds and recreation areas also have parking pads for vehicles. Moreover, overnight parking is also available.
Public Transportation
There are no direct public transportation services to Waurika Lake.
Campgrounds and parking in Waurika Lake
Campsites in Waurika Lake
Reservations camping
Kiowa Park I
Kiowa Park I campground, located on the shore of Waurika Lake is a pet-friendly campground that is open between March and September and available by reservation as well as on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are accepted in peak season only (May to September). Recreation activities at this campground include boating, fishing, and hunting.
This campground features 166 campsites available for tents and RVs, all of which are equipped with electric and water hookups for RVs and trailers. Two group campsites with picnic shelters are also present within the campground. Amenities include picnic tables, showers, a playground, and a swimming beach.
RV/trailer length at this campground is 80 feet.
Chisholm Trail Ridge
Chisholm Trail Ridge campground, located on the shore of Waurika Lake, is a pet-friendly campground that is open between May and September (peak season) and available by reservation. Recreation activities at this campground include boating, fishing, and hunting.
This campground features 95 campsites available for tents and RVs, all of which are equipped with electric hookups for RVs and trailers. Water hookups are available in 51 campsites. Campsite amenities include picnic tables, showers, boat ramp, playground, and a swimming beach.
RV/trailer length at this campground is 60 feet.
Seasonal activities in Waurika Lake
In-Season
Boating
Waurika Lake is popular among boating and skiing enthusiasts because the park has large areas of open water available for recreational pursuits on their boats. The scenic shoreline at the park as well as the available boat launch ramps are added incentives for pleasure boaters.
If you fancy this activity, you should set out for any of the four large embarkments on the lake, as well as the smaller coves present. Remember that Oklahoma boating laws and COE regulations govern boating in this park. Also, practice safe boating.
Fishing
There are excellent fishing opportunities available at Waurika Lake for RV campers and visitors who fancy the sport. Anglers at this park have a wide variety of catch options ranging from channel catfish, largemouth bass, flathead catfish, white bass, to crappie. Other available fish species in the lake include sunfish, walleye, and hybrid striper.
RV campers also get to choose between indoor and outdoor fishing at the park as opportunities for both are provided. Fishing docks and fish cleaning stations are also available in the park.
Trails
Two scenic trails are available at Waurika Lake for the exploration and enjoyment of RV campers and visitors who would love to explore the park on foot and discover the park’s hidden features. Walker Creek Trail, a 13-mile trail that winds along the creek in the park through gently rolling hills and wooded areas is available to both hikers and equestrians at the park.
Plenty of wildlife viewing opportunities are available on this trail. The other trail, Beaver Creek Trail, features various interlocking dirt hiking trails accessible by non-ambulatory persons.
Off-Season
Wildlife
About 10 square miles of wildlife management area is available at Waurika Lake for wildlife-related recreation. This area, managed by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, features various upland game, waterfowl, white-tailed deer, mallards, as well as other wildlife species.
If you visit the park with your camera, you will definitely want to take pictures. For hunting enthusiasts, this park is also open to public hunting as numerous game species are available. Two hunting areas are available, one managed by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation and the other by the US Army COE.
Sightseeing
There are lots of impressive sites and scenic spots present at Waurika Lake for nature lovers and sightseers who visit the park. The dam structure in the park is the first of these features that will pique your interest. Then, the lake, with its surrounding rolling prairies that are intermingled with timbered areas and croplands, is another beauty to behold. The park also features an overlook where all can enjoy vantage point views.
Swimming
Many swimming opportunities are available to visitors and campers at Waurika Lake. This US Army Corps of Engineers park has swimming beaches that are located at both the Kiowa Park I and Chisholm Trail campgrounds for day users and campers to use. Shower facilities are provided at both swimming areas too. The use of boats within the swimming areas is prohibited so that swimming will be safe. Beach users are also encouraged to practice safe swimming in the lake.
