McGee Creek State Park

576-A S McGee Creek Lake Rd
Atoka, OK 74525
Phone: 580-889-5822
Fax: 580-889-7868

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Located in southeast Oklahoma, McGee Creek State Park occupies the southwest edge of the Ouachita Mountain Range. McGee Creek State Park offers recreational opportunities including water activities, camping, hiking and fishing, as well as hunting in the adjacent wildlife management area. This 2,600-acre park is the perfect place to stay while fishing in one of Oklahoma's finest trophy lakes, the 3,350-acre McGee Creek Reservoir. Fishermen will find an abundance of large and smallmouth bass, channel catfish, perch, crappie and sunfish.

Visitors to McGee Creek State Park will enjoy an abundance of water recreation along 64 miles of shoreline. The lower part of the reservoir was cleared for the use of water skiers, boaters and fishermen. Virtually all land surrounding the McGee Creek Reservoir is covered with dense forest and provides scenic enjoyment and excellent hunting opportunities. Hunters will enjoy over 10,000-acres stocked with crow, deer, dove, quail, rabbit, squirrel, turkey, waterfowl and more.

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Camping at McGee Creek State Park is available year round. The Buster Hight Area features paved camping sites with water and electric service, a four-lane boat ramp, courtesy dock, comfort stations with showers, a dump station, fishing pier, playground and swim beach. The Potapo Area consists of a two-lane boat ramp, paved RV sites with water and electric service, a comfort station with showers and more. There are also over 200 primitive camping sites located throughout the two areas. An additional boat ramp is located in the Grassy Hollow Area on the upper part of the lake.

McGee Creek State Park also features eight lake huts located near the Potapo Campground. These rustic huts are 12-ft x 24-ft and include a back porch overlooking the lake, bunk beds, a fireplace and air conditioning. Linens are not provided. Water service and barbecue grills are available outside each hut. Restrooms with showers are located within walking distance. Lake huts are available for reservation through the park office.

Bring your horse and enjoy equestrian and hiking trails ranging from 1-20 miles in length. This park also features 15 picnic sites and a playground. Come to McGee Creek State Park and enjoy a pristine wilderness getaway with some of the best hiking areas of the state. The McGee Creek Natural Scenic Recreation Area is located on the northeast side of the park and features 25 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding.

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Facility Amenities: ADA Compliant, Campsites, Credit Cards Accepted, Dump Station, Elec. 30 Amp, Elec. 50 Amp, Gift Shop, Grills, Handicapped Parking, Office WiFi, Park Ranger, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Playground, Pull Thru Sites, Restrooms, Showers, Swim Beach, Water Hookup, Waterfront Sites

General Information: Free admission

On-site Activities: Biking, Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Swimming, Watchable Wildlife, Waterskiing

On-site Lodging: Cabin/Cottage, RV Sites, Tent Sites

Day	Open	Close

Monday	8:00 am	4:30 pm
Tuesday	8:00 am	4:30 pm
Wednesday	8:00 am	4:30 pm
Thursday	8:00 am	4:30 pm
Friday	8:00 am	4:30 pm

Park office hours listed above. Park itself is open year round, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.

Located 16 miles east of Atoka, then 3 miles north of Hwy 3.

Primary Contact:

Sandie Blay

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42 comments

From owner on 05/23/2013

Doc, I am sorry it took me so long to answer. TravelOK.com is correct, we do not have any sites with full hook-ups. But we do have 1 on-site dump station in Buster Hight, not 2. If you have any more questions, please feel free to e-mail me, or give us a call, we would be glad to answer all of your questions. sandie.blay@travelok.com 580-889-5822 Thanks, Sandie

From TravelOK.com Staff on 05/23/2013

Doc, unfortunately there are no full hookup RV sites at McGee Creek State Park, but there are sites with water and electric hookups as well as two on-site dump stations. If you have any questions, feel free to call 580-889-5822. Best wishes and thank you for using TravelOK.com!

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From Doc Wood on 05/23/2013

are there full RV hookups in the McGee Creek State Park ?

From owner on 05/20/2013

Melanie, There is a $12.00 fee per night for tent camping. McGee Creek is a first come, first serve park. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call, or e-mail. Thanks, Sandie. sandie.blay@travelok.com/580-889-5822

From melanie monson on 05/20/2013

I'm trying to find more information about tent campsites at Mcgee Creek State Park. Is there a fee? Do I need to make reservations in advance?

From owner on 05/01/2013

I am pleased to announce that our phone system is back up and working!!!! Please feel free to call us at 580-889-5822.... Thank you for your patience. Sandie

From owner on 04/30/2013

Dated April 30,2013, we are experiencing phone issues. Here is a cell phone number for you all to reach us until they get us fixed. The cell phone will be on from 8am till 4:30pm, we are very sorry for any inconvenience... 580-239-2932. Thank you, Sandie

From owner on 04/30/2013

Ruby, tent spots are $12.00 per night, rv spots are $20.00 per night, and huts rent for $50.00 per night.

From owner on 04/30/2013

Ruby, yes ma'am, We have 7 huts available. Please e-mail me at sandie.blay@travelok.com, our phone system is down at the moment.

From ruby timmons on 04/30/2013

And what is the cost for a hut at this time?

From Ciara on 04/30/2013

How much does it cost to camp in a tent?

From ruby timmons on 04/30/2013

is a lake hut available this weekend?

From owner on 04/29/2013

They sleep 6 very comfortably. There is a picnic table and a twin bunkbed. There is no indoor plumbing. Please feel free to call or e-mail us if you have any questions..sandie.blay@travelok.com 580-889-5822

From Pennie Masters on 04/29/2013

How many will the lake huts sleep? Do they come furnished? Have bathrooms?

From owner on 04/22/2013

Michelle, to tent camp on an RV site would be the same price as having an RV on there. The reat is Tent sites = $12.00 per night, RV sites = $20.00 per night. There is a senior citizen discount, good sam discount and a totally disabled discount that we are allowed to give. Please feel free to e-mail me or give us a call.

From TravelOK.com Staff on 04/22/2013

Michelle, all of Oklahoma's state parks are on a set fee schedule of $12 a night for a site with no hookups, $20 a night for a site with water and electric hookups, and $23 a night for a site with water, electric and sewer hookups. No long-term discounts are available. All sites are available on a first come, first serve basis, so if you set up on an RV site with hookups you will be paying more than a primitive tent site. If you have any questions, feel free to contact McGee Creek State Park at 580-889-5822. Have a great trip and thank you for using TravelOK.com!

From michelle maiden on 04/22/2013

how much is it to tent camp if you setup on rv pad and if you stay for a week is there a discount or anything

From owner on 04/15/2013

Beth, pets are permitted inside the huts. However there is a $10.00 pet fee per stay for the huts. If you have any questions, please give me a call at 580-889-5822 or e-mail me at sandie.blay@travelok.com.

From Beth on 04/13/2013

It appears pets are permitted does this include inside the cabin rentals?

From owner on 04/02/2013

Mary, If you are meaning this Thursday and Friday, yes, I do have some available. If you would e-mail me at sandie.blay@travelok.com or give me a call at 580-889-5822 I would be more than happy to help set that reservation.

From Mary Taylor on 04/02/2013

I am interested in renting one of the lake huts. Do you have any available for Thursday and Friday night? How much? May I bring my very small dog?

From owner on 02/27/2013

Jeff, Please feel free to call our office at 580-889-5822. I would be more than happy to answer any and all of your questions. I can inform you of the trails, water draws and pets on a leash. Thank you, Sandie Blay. You may e-mail me at Sandie.Blay@TravelOK.com.

From TravelOK.com Staff on 02/21/2013

Jeff, unfortunately dogs are not allowed in the McGee Creek Natural Scenic Recreation Area, but they are allowed in the state park. However, you will have access to better hiking trails in the recreation area and may be able to reserve a camping spot in advance, whereas all state park camping is available on a first come, first serve basis. If you have any questions, please contact the state park staff at 580-889-5822. Thank you for using TravelOK.com!

From Jeff on 02/21/2013

Looking to do a hike/camp out 89er weekend in April. Better to do the park or recreation area? We want about 15 miles of trail walking. I want to bring my dog along...any problems there in either location? Which offers better h2o draws per our filters? Thx

From Sandie Blay on 02/13/2013

Scott, from past Spring Break seasons, we have plenty tents spots available during spring break. We are a first come first serve Park, but we have over 100 tent sights. If you have any more questions, feel free to e-mail me. Thank you, Sandie

From TravelOK.com Staff on 02/13/2013

Scott, unfortunately all of the tent and RV sites at state parks in Oklahoma are first come, first serve. We are currently working to get a reservation system in place, but it will not be ready before your trip. The best people to contact regarding availability are park staff, because they can give you a good idea of what to expect during any given week. You can reach them at 580-889-5822. Happy camping and thank you for using TravelOK.com!

From Scott on 02/12/2013

I'm trying to plan a family camping trip over Spring Break this year - March 11-15. I've heard that it's hard to find an available tent site during that week. Any advice or comments? Are all tent sites first-come, first-served?

From TravelOK.com Staff on 10/18/2012

Travis, the park's hiking trails are open to the public. Guests are required to register for a free permit from the park office, which helps us keep track of the number of trail users. For more information, please click on 'McGee Creek Natural Scenic Recreation Area Trail System' under the 'Related Listings' tab above. Happy trails and thank you for using TravelOK.com!

From Travis on 10/18/2012

Are there hiking trails open to the public? Looking at the park map it looks like some of them are permit required, what does that entail?

From TravelOK.com Staff on 10/04/2012

Jen, as of today there is no burn ban in Atoka County where McGee Creek State Park is located. For the most up-to-date information on burn bans in Oklahoma, type 'burn ban' into the search box above and you will see a link to current burn bans on the right side of the page. Best wishes and thank you for using TravelOK.com!

From Jen Brewer on 10/02/2012

Was the recent burn ban lifted there? 10-2-12

From TravelOK.com Staff on 09/12/2012

Bob, currently all of Oklahoma is under a statewide burn ban. For information about what is allowed at the park during this time, please contact 580-889-5822. Best wishes and thank you for using TravelOK.com!

From bob on 09/12/2012

is the burn ban on 9/15/2012

From TravelOK.com Staff on 09/11/2012

Carla, the lake huts cost $50 per night. Have a great time at McGee Creek State Park and thank you for using TravelOK.com!

From carla stewart on 09/11/2012

Just wondering how much your lake huts are a night?

From Dan on 05/30/2012

We love McGee! The state has done an amazing job with the improvements and the scenery is fantastic...

From Heather Taylor on 05/25/2012

I love this place

From Tahni on 05/08/2012

I have camped multiple times at the Natural Scenic area using the equestrian trails and have always enjoyed the solitude and wildlife it offers. My family enjoys fishing, boating, and swimming. McGee Creek is also much cleaner than other tourist lakes that are in close proximity to the Texoma area.

From Docsooner08 on 07/25/2011

It is sooo Hot! Every year our family dies a get together at the lake huts! It is so hot! Please don't make me go there - let's go somewhere less hot. Did I mention it is really hot. Atoka is big time as well.

From Phoebe on 07/10/2011

For hikers on foot, are there always bikes whizzing by and horse stuff everywhere? The hike-only trail looks tiny.

From matt on 04/27/2011

me and my dad go fishing at mcgee creek a few time a year I think its a great lake better then texhoma

From adreanna on 05/11/2010

this is so cool

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