Walnut Creek
Campground · 48 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Walnut Creek State Park (State Park) · Open Access
- 48
- Bookable sites
- 50 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 50
- People per site
- 768 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Nestled along the north shore of Keystone Lake, Walnut Creek Recreation Area is surrounded by sandy beaches, high bluffs, native grasses, rock outcrops and rolling hills, making it the ideal retreat for fun and quiet relaxation. Along with camping, boating, and day use opportunities, the park also includes 17 miles of trail for hiking and equestrian access.
Recreation
The park has camping, swimming, boat ramp, and 17 miles of hiking/equestrian trails.
Facilities
The park features 2 dump stations, 30 and 50 amp electrical service at campsites and water hookups. The campground has restroom/shower facility, backstop, and boat ramp.
Walnut Creek's Sand Plum Trail is approximately 17 miles in length, crossing flat to rolling terrain, and affords many vistas of Keystone Lake. The trail is available to hikers, equestrians, and mountain bike enthusiasts. Trail users are advised to stay on designated trails; quicksand may occur along lakeshore.
Natural Features
Walnut Creek has numerous sandy beaches, rolling hills, native tall grasses, and pine forest.
Nearby Attractions
Keystone Ancient Forest
Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Preserve
The facts
- 48 bookable sites
- 53 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 1 site for day use only
- Vehicles up to 50 ft
- Up to 50 people per site
- Loops: Hitching Post, New Frontier, Sailboat
Site types
- 46 Standard Electric
- 5 Management
- 1 Group Shelter Electric
- 1 Tent Only Nonelectric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Sewer hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
53 campsites at Walnut Creek
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 14 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 15 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 16 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 17 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 18 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 19 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 20 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 21 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 22 | Hitching Post | Management | Pull Through | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 23 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 24 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 25 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 26 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 27 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 28 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 29 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 30 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 31 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 32 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 33 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 34 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 35 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 36 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 37 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 38 | Hitching Post | Management | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 39 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 40 | Hitching Post | Management | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 8 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 9 | Hitching Post | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 43 | New Frontier | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 44 | New Frontier | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 45 | New Frontier | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 46 | New Frontier | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 47 | New Frontier | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 48 | New Frontier | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 49 | New Frontier | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 50 | New Frontier | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 51 | New Frontier | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| GS1 | Sailboat | Group Shelter Electric | Back In | — | Lakefront | — | 50 | |
| 87 | Sailboat | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 88 | Sailboat | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 89 | Sailboat | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 90 | Sailboat | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 91 | Sailboat | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 92 | Sailboat | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 93 | Sailboat | Standard Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 94 | Sailboat | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 95 | Sailboat | Management | — | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 96 | Sailboat | Management | — | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From 412 take the 209th Street Exit West of Sand Springs, Drive about 8 mile and turn South on to County Road 1521 just past Prue, OK. Drive about 2 miles to the park entrance.
36.25278, -96.27997 · 36°15'10.0"N 96°16'47.9"W
Typical weather
Typically 93°F in Aug, down to 50°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 50 | 55 | 65 | 74 | 79 | 87 | 93 | 93 | 85 | 74 | 62 | 51 |
| Low °F | 28 | 31 | 40 | 48 | 58 | 67 | 71 | 69 | 61 | 50 | 39 | 30 |
| Precip in | 1.8 | 1.7 | 3.1 | 4.5 | 6.0 | 5.2 | 3.7 | 3.8 | 3.8 | 3.5 | 2.6 | 2.2 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 10.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Walnut Creek
- Can you reserve a site at Walnut Creek?
- Yes, Walnut Creek is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Walnut Creek have?
- 53 sites in total, of which 48 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Walnut Creek?
- 50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Walnut Creek?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Walnut Creek.
- Does Walnut Creek have hookups?
- Electric, Water, Sewer.
- Are campfires allowed at Walnut Creek?
- Campfires are allowed at Walnut Creek. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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- The Inn at Price Tower 38.1 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 918-865-2621
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-12.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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