Washington Irving South
Washington Irving South is located on the Arkansas arm of Keystone Lake, just 30 minutes from Tulsa. In Washington Irving's book, "A Tour of the Prairies," he mentions the area as where he crossed the Arkansas River during his travels. The park features a one-mile nature trail, boat ramp, courtesy dock, playground, and multiple areas along the shores ideal for fishing. The lake's blue-green water, beautiful natural surroundings and wide variety of recreational opportunities make it a popular location for year-round fun.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 20 |
| group shelter nonelectric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 62 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
21 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS1 | Group Shelter Nonelectric | Paved | Full | No | 25 / 5 | ||||
| 01 | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 02 | Electric | Back-in | 31 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 03 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 04 | Electric | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 05 | Electric | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 06 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 07 | Electric | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 08 | Electric | Back-in | 39 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 09 | Electric | Back-in | 33 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 8:00 AM, checkout 10:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 62 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
This well-shaded campground features 20 reservable campsites, all with 30 amp electrical services, water hookups (seasonal), picnic tables, fire rings, and grills. This park also offers a restroom/shower facility, drinking water, and dump station.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Tulsa, Oklahoma, take Highway 412 west for 15 miles to Bears Glen exit. Turn left at stop sign onto the Frontage Road and drive 1 block. Turn right at first paved road and follow 2 miles to the campground entrance.
| Nearest town | Cleveland, Oklahoma |
| Coordinates | 36.1985° N, 96.2590° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | REI ↗ | 17.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 21.8 mi |
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Worth a stop
The 400-acre Appalachia Bay Recreation Area, locally referred to as Motorcycle Island, is just 10 minutes from the campground and is popular with off-road vehicle enthusiasts. Sandy trails crisscross the area's beaches and wooded sections. Whitewater Park is an 80-acre off-road vehicle area next to the dam, about 15 minutes from the campground.
- 0.1 mi
- 1.9 miAppalachia Bay Day Use ↗Day use
- 7.7 miBull Creek Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 12.3 miHominy Landing Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Keystone Lake is settled into many small valleys and contains almost 26,000 surface acres. Its 330 miles of shoreline are covered with bottomland timber and post oak, blackjack oak and prairie fields, which provide habitat for a variety of wildlife, including squirrel, rabbit, quail, dove and waterfowl.
Recreation
Keystone Lake is a prime location for boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing. The lake is noted for its striped, sand, black and smallmouth bass, crappie and catfish. Downstream fisheries are accessible at nearby Whitewater and Brush Creek Parks. The park features a boat ramp, dock, playground, swimming beach and a one-mile nature trail.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Washington Irving South?
Sites at Washington Irving South are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Washington Irving South?
Check-in 8:00 AM, checkout 10:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Washington Irving South have?
21 sites, including 20 standard sites with power and 1 group shelter nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Washington Irving South?
The longest site here provides 62 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 Washington Irving South have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Washington Irving South?
This park also offers a restroom/shower facility, drinking water, and dump station.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Washington Irving South?
Yes, pets are allowed at Washington Irving South. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Washington Irving South?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Washington Irving South?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, 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 Washington Irving South?
Keystone Lake is a prime location for boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Washington Irving South?
Cleveland, Oklahoma. The 400-acre Appalachia Bay Recreation Area, locally referred to as Motorcycle Island, is just 10 minutes from the campground and is popular with off-road vehicle enthusiasts.
Source: Getting there
What if Washington Irving South is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Appalachia Bay Recreation Area (1.9 mi), Brush Creek Public Use Area (3.4 mi), and Walnut Creek (3.9 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby