Big Bend
Big Bend Park is located on Canton Lake in northwest Oklahoma on the North Canadian River. The area hosts a large number of campers, picnickers, boaters, fishermen and hunters every year as one of the few places in western Oklahoma to offer so many activities.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 95 |
| Standard, no hookups | 17 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
| Host/management | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 48 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
113 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B01 | B | Electric | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | |
| B02 | B | Electric | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | |
| B03 | B | Electric | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | |
| B04 | B | Electric | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | |
| B05 | B | Electric | Back-in | 26 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | |
| B06 | B | Standard | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 3 | ||
| B07 | B | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 3 | ||
| B08 | B | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 3 | ||
| B09 | B | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 3 | ||
| B10 | B | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 3 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 6:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 48 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground offers 102 campsites with electricity and water hookups and 12 non-electric campsites. Many of the campsites feature panoramic views of the lake. There is also a day-use group picnic shelter, 4 boat ramps and a disc golf course.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Canton, OK, travel 1.8 miles west on HWY 51, then continue 4 miles north on the paved county road.
| Nearest town | Canton, Oklahoma |
| Coordinates | 36.1160° N, 98.6189° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.1 mi |
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Worth a stop
A major attraction for hunters is the 14,862 acre Canton Wildlife Managent. This area, operated by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation is home to whitetail deer, wild turkey, bobwhite quail, squirrel, rabbits, dove and several varieties of waterfowl. There a several resturants located within 3 miles of the lake and also a casino and 9 hole golf course. Roman Nose State Park and Glass Mountains State Park are only about a 30 minute or so drive from the lake.
- 0.6 miBig Bend Day Use Pass ↗Day use
- 1.7 miCanadian Day Use Pass ↗Day use
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- CantonmentSite · Canton · 1.1 mi
- Acre Family BarnBuilding · Canton · 5.3 mi
- Old Plant Office Building, U.S. Gypsum Co.Building · Southard · 9 mi
Natural features
The shores of Canton Lake have several varieties of trees natural to the area which include eastern cottonwood, post and blackjack oak and black willow. Other trees planted in the campground to subliment the shade for campsites include american elm, sycamore, lacebark elm and silver maple.
Recreation
Canton Lake is known for its fishing opportunities, especially walleye fishing. The Walleye Rodeo fishing derby is held annually in mid-May and draws thousands of visitors to the area for the 4 day event. Personal watercraft use, tubing and water skiing are popular on the broad expanse of water paralleling the dam where winds are subdued. Gently sloping beaches on the northern side of the lake are an inviation to swimmers and sunbathers. A Disc Golf Course is located in the Big Bend Day Use Area.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Big Bend?
Sites at Big Bend are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Big Bend?
Check-in 6:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Big Bend have?
116 sites, including 95 standard sites with power, 17 standard sites without power, and 1 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Big Bend?
The longest site here provides 48 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Big Bend have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Big Bend?
Yes, pets are allowed at Big Bend. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Big Bend?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Big Bend?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Big Bend?
Canton Lake is known for its fishing opportunities, especially walleye fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Big Bend?
Canton, Oklahoma. A major attraction for hunters is the 14,862 acre Canton Wildlife Managent.
Source: Getting there
What if Big Bend is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Canadian (2.2 mi), Fairview (2.3 mi), and Longdale (2.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby