The best camping near Poteau with swimming

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Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for finding the perfect camping experience! With over 420 options near Poteau, Oklahoma that offer swimming, you're sure to find the ideal spot to relax and cool off. Whether you're looking for a scenic lake, a tranquil river, or a refreshing swimming hole, we've got you covered. Check out popular campsites like Red Fern (334 reviews), Heavener Runestone Park (210 reviews), and Bluegill Hill (121 reviews) for top-notch swimming spots. With amenities like campfires, trash disposal, and showers, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. And if you're feeling adventurous, you can also enjoy activities like boating and horseback riding. So dive in and start planning your next camping adventure today!

92% (631) 60 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Poteau

1. Heavener Runestone Park

97%
(519)
11mi from Poteau · 17 sites · Tents, RVs
This 55 acre park is home of a large sandstone that contains 8 markings believed to have been made by Vikings many years ago. The park features a seasonal waterfall, covered picnic areas, playground, amphitheater with seating, community building, scenic views, gift shop and approximately 2 miles of nature trails. Be advised that most tent sites have a tent pad but a few are primitive mountain terrain (rocky). The one RV site is for 16 ft. or less vehicles and smaller teardrop trailers with limited hook-up and no dump station. Restroom and shower facilities are located within the park. Individual campsites DO NOT have onsite toilets. Forest setting while still close to stores in case of forgotten items. Variety of small wildlife in the area. All sites allow campfires UNLESS we are under a county wide burn ban. *Note moderate cancellation policy for most dates - full refund 3 days before check-in time. * ** Special event camping is a strict no refund policy.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$20
 / night

3. Yearling Ridge Riverfront Camp

100%
(129)
38mi from Poteau · 1 site · Tent, RV
This beautiful property sits on the banks of the Fourche La Fave (pronounced Foosh La Fay)  River. This 151 mile long river was once the grounds of the Caddo Native American Tribe. The river is now home to a wide variety of wildlife, and offers multiple species of fish. Scott County is over 70% public national forest, with thousands of acres of public land available for the outdoor enthusiast. Though this property has the look and feel of woods and river camping, there is actually a 24 hour convenience store less than two miles away just in case you need a midnight snack!   Learn more about this land:Beautiful flowing river for swimming, fishing, canoeing. Nice open air pavilion with power,  LED lighting and a large picnic table. Firepit with added grill for cooking right at the rivers edge.  Dedicated hammocking area overlooking the river, or have some friendly competition with a game of Bag-O game (boards provided).  This area offers a wide open space for exercising, walking/bike riding along a country road, or just relaxing by riverbank.  Want a little more adventure? This area boasts an expansive network of country dirt roads and trails for your ATV/UTV, and is less than five miles from the Ouachita National Forests' Fourche Mountain Trail. All this but still close to civilization. A 24 hour convenience store is less than two miles from the campsite. This quaint little spot has a lot to offer!  
Pets
Campfires
Full hookups
from 
$32
 / night

7. Winding Stair

97%
(19)
31mi from Poteau · 1 site · Tent, RV
Primitive camping surrounded by 35 acres of big trees and rocks. Secluded spots with level, cleared areas are available for tent campers and recreational vehicles. Park near main road and camp close to your vehicle. Or park and pack down deeper into the woods for a wilderness adventure. The property has sloped and shelved areas. Chose your spot. We book one group at a time, to provide a private camping experience. Sky-Flyer Special First driveway at the galvanized farm gate. Watch for a painted shipping container and vintage van. Vehicles of 30’ will fit here. Additional parking available on both sides of the driveway. This is a lighted area with a fire ring and some seating. The RV House Second and third driveway is a pull through with small green gates. Long vehicles may easily enter and exit here. Several choices for parking, including one under shelter. Here is a covered deck, grill and fireplace. The Rusty Gate Last entrance to the west. This drive can accommodate vehicles of 40' or less. Here is a fire ring, some outdoor seating and several flat areas for tents. When requesting a stay, let us know what kind of experience you are looking for, so we may accommodate you. Nearby attractions and amenities: 4 miles to Lake Talihina and Carl Albert 5 miles to town with local shopping Farmers market, restaurants, and bar. Laundry, banking, library and hospital. The Talimena National Scenic Byway begins at Talihina. There is also a year round visitor center located within the Chamber of Commerce. The Winding Stair Mountain National Recreation Area and the Ouachita National Recreation Area offers a 45-mile section of trail providing for diverse hiking opportunities. Also Nearby: Buffalo Mountain Hang Gliding Bigfoot Museum Shooting ranges Robbers Cave Rune Stone, Heavener Choctaw Council House, Tuskahoma Spiro Indian Mounds World's highest hill at Cavanal Forestry Heritage Center
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$25
 / night

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for finding the perfect camping experience! With over 420 options near Poteau, Oklahoma that offer swimming, you're sure to find the ideal spot to relax and cool off. Whether you're looking for a scenic lake, a tranquil river, or a refreshing swimming hole, we've got you covered. Check out popular campsites like Red Fern (334 reviews), Heavener Runestone Park (210 reviews), and Bluegill Hill (121 reviews) for top-notch swimming spots. With amenities like campfires, trash disposal, and showers, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. And if you're feeling adventurous, you can also enjoy activities like boating and horseback riding. So dive in and start planning your next camping adventure today!

92% (631) 60 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Poteau

1. Heavener Runestone Park

97%
(519)
11mi from Poteau · 17 sites · Tents, RVs
This 55 acre park is home of a large sandstone that contains 8 markings believed to have been made by Vikings many years ago. The park features a seasonal waterfall, covered picnic areas, playground, amphitheater with seating, community building, scenic views, gift shop and approximately 2 miles of nature trails. Be advised that most tent sites have a tent pad but a few are primitive mountain terrain (rocky). The one RV site is for 16 ft. or less vehicles and smaller teardrop trailers with limited hook-up and no dump station. Restroom and shower facilities are located within the park. Individual campsites DO NOT have onsite toilets. Forest setting while still close to stores in case of forgotten items. Variety of small wildlife in the area. All sites allow campfires UNLESS we are under a county wide burn ban. *Note moderate cancellation policy for most dates - full refund 3 days before check-in time. * ** Special event camping is a strict no refund policy.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$20
 / night

3. Yearling Ridge Riverfront Camp

100%
(129)
38mi from Poteau · 1 site · Tent, RV
This beautiful property sits on the banks of the Fourche La Fave (pronounced Foosh La Fay)  River. This 151 mile long river was once the grounds of the Caddo Native American Tribe. The river is now home to a wide variety of wildlife, and offers multiple species of fish. Scott County is over 70% public national forest, with thousands of acres of public land available for the outdoor enthusiast. Though this property has the look and feel of woods and river camping, there is actually a 24 hour convenience store less than two miles away just in case you need a midnight snack!   Learn more about this land:Beautiful flowing river for swimming, fishing, canoeing. Nice open air pavilion with power,  LED lighting and a large picnic table. Firepit with added grill for cooking right at the rivers edge.  Dedicated hammocking area overlooking the river, or have some friendly competition with a game of Bag-O game (boards provided).  This area offers a wide open space for exercising, walking/bike riding along a country road, or just relaxing by riverbank.  Want a little more adventure? This area boasts an expansive network of country dirt roads and trails for your ATV/UTV, and is less than five miles from the Ouachita National Forests' Fourche Mountain Trail. All this but still close to civilization. A 24 hour convenience store is less than two miles from the campsite. This quaint little spot has a lot to offer!  
Pets
Campfires
Full hookups
from 
$32
 / night

7. Winding Stair

97%
(19)
31mi from Poteau · 1 site · Tent, RV
Primitive camping surrounded by 35 acres of big trees and rocks. Secluded spots with level, cleared areas are available for tent campers and recreational vehicles. Park near main road and camp close to your vehicle. Or park and pack down deeper into the woods for a wilderness adventure. The property has sloped and shelved areas. Chose your spot. We book one group at a time, to provide a private camping experience. Sky-Flyer Special First driveway at the galvanized farm gate. Watch for a painted shipping container and vintage van. Vehicles of 30’ will fit here. Additional parking available on both sides of the driveway. This is a lighted area with a fire ring and some seating. The RV House Second and third driveway is a pull through with small green gates. Long vehicles may easily enter and exit here. Several choices for parking, including one under shelter. Here is a covered deck, grill and fireplace. The Rusty Gate Last entrance to the west. This drive can accommodate vehicles of 40' or less. Here is a fire ring, some outdoor seating and several flat areas for tents. When requesting a stay, let us know what kind of experience you are looking for, so we may accommodate you. Nearby attractions and amenities: 4 miles to Lake Talihina and Carl Albert 5 miles to town with local shopping Farmers market, restaurants, and bar. Laundry, banking, library and hospital. The Talimena National Scenic Byway begins at Talihina. There is also a year round visitor center located within the Chamber of Commerce. The Winding Stair Mountain National Recreation Area and the Ouachita National Recreation Area offers a 45-mile section of trail providing for diverse hiking opportunities. Also Nearby: Buffalo Mountain Hang Gliding Bigfoot Museum Shooting ranges Robbers Cave Rune Stone, Heavener Choctaw Council House, Tuskahoma Spiro Indian Mounds World's highest hill at Cavanal Forestry Heritage Center
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$25
 / night

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