The best campgrounds near Altus, Oklahoma with swimming

Welcome to Hipcamp, the go-to website for camping enthusiasts in the United States. If you're looking for a camping experience near Altus, Oklahoma with a focus on swimming, you're in luck! We have over 50 options available that cater specifically to your preferences. Whether you're looking for a rustic barn property, a scenic spot at Rough out point, or a cozy campground like Katie's Campgrounds, you'll find the perfect spot for your swimming adventure. And with popular amenities like campfires, potable water, and showers, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Don't just take our word for it - our top campsites, Gorgeous Barn Property (78 reviews), Rough out point (44 reviews), and Katie's Campgrounds (39 reviews), have received rave reviews from fellow campers. So dive in and start planning your swimming camping trip today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Hippie Hill

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46mi from Altus · 13 sites · Tents, Lodging · Medicine Park, OK

Nestled just a quarter mile from the entrance of the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, our glamping village sits on a scenic hill behind our cafe, offering stunning views of Mt. Scott and direct access to nearby hiking trails. We currently feature three glamping wall tents- Zion, Selah, and Shiloh. Each tent includes a wooden deck and a framed queen-size bed, creating a cozy, romantic retreat you won't forget. Our bathhouse includes two private rooms, each equipped with a camping toilet, pump sink, and thoughtful amenities for your comfort. Our outdoor shower will be refreshing after a long hike as well! We have just installed two standing outdoor grills for your cooking needs. Both on the gravel parking lot level, one by the covered patio, the other by the picnic area. Bring your own charcoal, or add it on to your order and we will have it ready for you. Please remember to leave no trace, use trash recepticles and do not leave any food out for the wildlife. Bringing a pet? They are very welcome here, however, we now require a $30 pet fee due to additional cleaning and potential damages. Please add this on to your booking. By June 1, 2025, we'll be adding two spacious yurts, each accommodating 6-8 sleeping bags or cots - perfect for families, kids, or groups looking for a unique outdoor stay. For those seeking a more rustic experience, we also offer nine primitive walk-up campsites.

2. Gorgeous Barn Property

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48mi from Altus · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Cordell, OK

Located in historic Cordell, OK the property is as peaceful as it is beautiful. With 3 RV hookups and a spacious barn loft available for rent on the property we believe this is the perfect place to get away from it all while still being close to town.Learn more about this land:Perfect for the RV/Camping enthusiast that likes a quiet country atmosphere with great sunsets and enjoys the country feel of live animals in a pastoral setting. This is also a wedding venue, and if a wedding has been scheduled it will not be available for camping. Wedding "high season" is April through October

Welcome to Hipcamp, the go-to website for camping enthusiasts in the United States. If you're looking for a camping experience near Altus, Oklahoma with a focus on swimming, you're in luck! We have over 50 options available that cater specifically to your preferences. Whether you're looking for a rustic barn property, a scenic spot at Rough out point, or a cozy campground like Katie's Campgrounds, you'll find the perfect spot for your swimming adventure. And with popular amenities like campfires, potable water, and showers, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Don't just take our word for it - our top campsites, Gorgeous Barn Property (78 reviews), Rough out point (44 reviews), and Katie's Campgrounds (39 reviews), have received rave reviews from fellow campers. So dive in and start planning your swimming camping trip today!

96% (170)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Hippie Hill

94%

(96)

46mi from Altus · 13 sites · Tents, Lodging · Medicine Park, OK

Nestled just a quarter mile from the entrance of the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, our glamping village sits on a scenic hill behind our cafe, offering stunning views of Mt. Scott and direct access to nearby hiking trails. We currently feature three glamping wall tents- Zion, Selah, and Shiloh. Each tent includes a wooden deck and a framed queen-size bed, creating a cozy, romantic retreat you won't forget. Our bathhouse includes two private rooms, each equipped with a camping toilet, pump sink, and thoughtful amenities for your comfort. Our outdoor shower will be refreshing after a long hike as well! We have just installed two standing outdoor grills for your cooking needs. Both on the gravel parking lot level, one by the covered patio, the other by the picnic area. Bring your own charcoal, or add it on to your order and we will have it ready for you. Please remember to leave no trace, use trash recepticles and do not leave any food out for the wildlife. Bringing a pet? They are very welcome here, however, we now require a $30 pet fee due to additional cleaning and potential damages. Please add this on to your booking. By June 1, 2025, we'll be adding two spacious yurts, each accommodating 6-8 sleeping bags or cots - perfect for families, kids, or groups looking for a unique outdoor stay. For those seeking a more rustic experience, we also offer nine primitive walk-up campsites.

2. Gorgeous Barn Property

97%

(128)

48mi from Altus · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Cordell, OK

Located in historic Cordell, OK the property is as peaceful as it is beautiful. With 3 RV hookups and a spacious barn loft available for rent on the property we believe this is the perfect place to get away from it all while still being close to town.Learn more about this land:Perfect for the RV/Camping enthusiast that likes a quiet country atmosphere with great sunsets and enjoys the country feel of live animals in a pastoral setting. This is also a wedding venue, and if a wedding has been scheduled it will not be available for camping. Wedding "high season" is April through October

Public campgrounds near Altus

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Stories from the community

Summer

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Hippie Hill

I really enjoyed my stay at Hippie Hill! I booked the Zion Tent for my first night of my stay in the Wichita Mountains. I had never been to the area and it was nice to have a stay in town to get the lay of the land before venturing into the park. The bed was super comfortable, and the tent was nice and warm and protected me from the heavy winds. The owners were extremely friendly and helpful. It is right in the center of the town and the cafe provided a delicious meal and coffee before I started out on my hike the next day. My only critique is that the guest outhouse was locked overnight, but I was able to use the cafe bathroom during business hours. There is some road noise so it’s not necessarily a secluded sort of experience. But it was nice to enjoy a soft bed after a long day of travel before camping the next 2 nights! Again the owners and the cafe were really nice. I’d definitely recommend this spot for someone who wants to enjoy Medicine Park during their trip to the Wildlife Refuge.

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Phoenix

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Hippie Hill

It was great, and the customer service was amazing!

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Robert

October 2025

1 night at Hippie Hill

Great communication, Tent was exactly how it looked online and the place was comfortable and clean. I really like the fire pit and added addition of having a restaurant and bar nearby just in case the weather turns

Savannah

October 2025

23 ft travel trailer

1 night at Gorgeous Barn Property

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property! It was our second stay here, the first was 5 years ago. It was fun to be back with our kids a bit older.

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Mehgan

September 2025

1 night at Hippie Hill

Awesome little yurt! Very private and peaceful! I highly recommend this place and will most definitely be back for another stay!

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Aleiya

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Hippie Hill

This place was beautiful, especially at sunset! The bed was super comfy and it was awesome to have a place to eat delicious food literally right at the front of the campsites. Would definitely visit again!

Michelle

July 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Gorgeous Barn Property

This was a welcoming spot after being on the road for a few days. The spot was clean and quiet, complete with a cuddly kitten, a clean, full kitchen and a real bathroom. I was able to wash and cut our veggies and fruit and take our roasted chicken off the bone. It felt luxurious. I would stay here every time I cross the country on this path. Thank you for hosting us and for having a beautiful property!!! 10 STARS!!!

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Samantha

June 2025

1 night at Hippie Hill

We absolutely loved camping here. We opted for the wall tent and we loved the “icy freeze” fan. In the morning there was the lightest rain, so we enjoyed the sound of the rain on the canvas, but thanks to a nice breeze, we never got too hot. It was too windy for a fire, but The Healthy Hippy Cafe had Taco Tuesday with the best jack fruit tacos I ever had! The drinks were fantastic and there was even an open mic night. Live music, great food, and a night spent in nature. I’m not a seasoned camper by any means—I’m more of a spa day girl, but this was incredible!

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carrie

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Hippie Hill

This was such a fun stop along the way on our road trip. The accommodations were lovely, camping but upgraded! We loved the Hippie Cafe restaurant (carrot dogs 10/10) and being able to walk to town was perfect. Medicine Park is a surprising little gem of a town. Darrell and Kelli are very friendly and accommodating. Would for sure recommend their little slice of happiness to other campers passing through 💚

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Tiffany

May 2025

17 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Gorgeous Barn Property

Great place for a night stop on a long road trip!

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Kassandra

April 2025

1 night at Hippie Hill

The most friendly and accommodating hosts! Great location for a base to explore the Wildlife Refuge from. Hipcamp facilities share property with the hosts’ organic cafe. The cafe was amazing, allowed dog, had plenty of vegan options, and accommodated my food intolerances. The bed in the Shilo tent was comfortable with the softest sheets. My dog felt most welcome. Proximity to highway and cafe limits privacy a bit. Unless cafe is open, bathroom/shower facilities don’t have plumbed running water. Outdoor shower was a unique experience. The military activity during the night was disturbing (sounds of aircraft, bombing and artillery fire started after dark and was on and off until 2am). People staying in this area should be prepared for the chance of these disturbances, though the hosts said the activity was unusual for that late at night.

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James

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Hippie Hill

pretty much to what i expected. The view, the comforts of home and clean. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The food was awesome, breakfast and convivences. The only thing that i would suggest is a small water heater for the shower lol.

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EdwardMichelle

March 2025

Weekend Trip to Hippie Hill

This was the perfect spot. My wife doesn't like to SUV camp so we did this so she could come along. She loved it! Darrell was a great host. The tent was clean and very accommodating. The bed was exactly what my wife wanted. The cafe has great food and open when we needed it. Great spot to explore Medicine Park and the Wichita Mts. We'll be back soon.

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Lexi

March 2025

With pets

1 night at Hippie Hill

The location was in a perfect spot. So close to everything and the Zion tent looks straight at Mount Scott, which was a gorgeous view. We had breakfast at Healthy Hippie Cafe right a min or two walk from the site. Healthy and great food! Recommend to anyone.

Kim

March 2025

1 night at Hippie Hill

The views were wonderful! The service was fast and friendly. Thank you for everything! We'll be back!

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Stefanie

March 2025

3 nights at Hippie Hill

Tent camping on Kelli's land was a fantastic experience! The location could not have been more perfect - close enough to town to be able to have the convenience of shopping and restaurants if wanted and far enough away to feel like you are getting the full camping experience. The proximity to the Wildlife Refuge with its many trails, gorgeous views and wildlife is a definite perk. Kelli and her husband were amazing hosts. Highly recommend!

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Joe

February 2025

Weekend Trip to Hippie Hill

Great views close to modern amenities. The zion tent was very romantic for a Valentine's weekend.

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Joshua

December 2024

1 night at Hippie Hill

The tent was very cozy and the location of the camp is really nice.

Pamela

November 2024

Weekend Trip to Hippie Hill

Comfortable, has everything you need. Great hosts and beautiful area. The Happy Hippie cafe run by the hosts is a believably great Vegan destination. I had such a great dinner there. Highly recommend staying in one of the tents….very sweet.