Chisholm Trail Ridge
Chisholm Trail Ridge Park lies along the scenic shore of Waurika Lake in the Great Plains Region of southern Oklahoma. The area offers many recreation activities, including fishing, boating and hunting. Waurika Lake encompasses 10,100 acres of water and about 12,000 acres of land, which provide ample space for visitors to enjoy the outdoors. It is about six miles northwest of the city of Waurika and lies in portions of Jefferson, Cotton and Stephens Counties. This facility is named after the Chisholm Trail, a trail used to transport cattle from Texas ranches to Kansas railroads in the late 1800s.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 95 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
95 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | |
| 002 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | 8 / 3 | ||
| 003 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | |
| 004 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | 8 / 3 | ||
| 005 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | |
| 006 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | |
| 007 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | |
| 008 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | 8 / 3 | ||
| 009 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | |
| 010 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 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 6:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 60 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Accessibility | Site 070 is listed accessible |
Chisholm Trail Ridge has 95 campsites that all feature electric and accessible water hookups. Families with children enjoy the open space, playground and swimming areas. Boaters have the convenience of an accessible dock and boat ramp.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Waurika, Oklahoma, take Highway 5 northwest for 5 miles. Turn right onto Advent Road and proceed 3 miles. Turn left on Chisholm Trail Road and drive one mile to the park entrance.
| Nearest town | Waurika, Oklahoma |
| Coordinates | 34.2592° N, 98.0350° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | RV Connection ↗ | 30.7 mi |
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Video
Waurika Lake, Chisolm Trail Ridge Campground. Part two
Worth a stop
Additional services and supplies are available in Waurika, Oklahoma.
- 0.4 miChisholm Trail Ridge Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 2 miBeaver Creek Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Jefferson County CourthouseBuilding · Waurika · 6.7 mi
- First Presbyterian ChurchBuilding · Waurika · 6.8 mi
- Rock Island Passenger StationBuilding · Waurika · 7 mi
Natural features
The large shade trees, gently sloping shoreline and expansive lakefront views of the horizon invite the visitor to relax and take in the scenery. Grassland prairies, farms and forests surround the lake area. Wildlife such as white-tail deer, ducks, rabbits and wild turkey graze the landscape.
Recreation
Waurika Lake provides excellent opportunities for fishing and hunting. Anglers seek out channel and flathead catfish, largemouth bass, white bass, hybrid striper, crappie, walleye and sunfish. Approximately 6,040 acres of land around the lake are managed for game. Sought-after species include white-tailed deer, bobwhite quail, mourning dove, wood duck, mallard, pintail, teal, canvas back, cottontail rabbits and wild turkey. Boating and skiing enthusiasts play on the large areas of open water and along the scenic shoreline. There are four large embayments and a number of smaller coves that make boating on the lake a pleasure.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Chisholm Trail Ridge?
Sites at Chisholm Trail Ridge are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Chisholm Trail Ridge?
Check-in 6:00 PM, checkout 6:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Chisholm Trail Ridge have?
95 sites, including 95 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Chisholm Trail Ridge?
The longest site here provides 60 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 Chisholm Trail Ridge have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Chisholm Trail Ridge?
Site 070 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Chisholm Trail Ridge?
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 Chisholm Trail Ridge?
Waurika Lake provides excellent opportunities for fishing and hunting. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Chisholm Trail Ridge?
Waurika, Oklahoma. Additional services and supplies are available in Waurika, Oklahoma.
Source: Getting there
What if Chisholm Trail Ridge is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Kiowa Park I (2.6 mi), Doris Campground (47.3 mi), and The Point Campground (Chickasaw) (59.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby