Lake Murray State Park is Oklahoma's first and largest state park consisting of 12,500 acres of forested, rolling hills around beautiful Lake Murray. The park's diverse terrain, exceptional trails and historic sites make Lake Murray State Park a favorite destination among outdoor, water sport and ATV riding enthusiasts. 

Staying at the park is easy with your choice between RV and tent campgrounds, 56 cabins dotted throughout beautiful Lake Murray State Park and a modern lodge. Make your online reservation for an RV or tent site. Some RV sites feature full hookups, with a variety of pull-through sites, and bath and shower houses. Six campgrounds are open 24 hours a day, and Elephant Rock, Cedar Cove and Tipps Point are gated. Other campgrounds include Duke's Forest, ATV campground, Martin's Landing, Rock Tower, Marietta Landing and Buzzard's Roost. Three seasonal group camps are also located within the park.

For a more secluded experience, book one of the park's 56 cabins, many of which are historic structures built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. These state park cabins feature everything from cozy cottages for two up to large family-size cabins. For a small fee, pets are allowed in select cabins. Reserve state park cabins and lodge rooms online, or call 580-223-6600.

For more luxurious accommodations, Lake Murray Lodge features 32 rooms and all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. Choose from rooms with one king-size with sofa sleeper or two queen-size beds all with stunning views of the lake. There is an elevator in the main lodge to accommodate guests with special needs. Lodge guests can also have hours of fun at the outdoor pool and splash pad area. Lake Murray Lodge offers a total of seven meeting areas, from the 4,168 sq. ft. Bald Eagle Ballroom to smaller board rooms. Banquet catering and audio/visual equipment are also available. No pets are allowed in the lodge.

When it’s time to get outside, fishing, boating and a variety of water sports are enjoyed on the 5,728 surface acres of Lake Murray. Outdoor activities include golf, picnicking, camping, trail riding, hayrides, hiking, swimming, miniature golf and paddle boating. Sports facilities include a golf course, tennis courts, and softball and baseball fields. With nearly 1,000 acres of trails for ATVs, motorcycles and dirt bikes, thrill-seekers have plenty of terrain to adventure. Helmets are required for those under 18, and riding double is only permitted when the ATV is manufactured for two people. A small ATV riding fee (per passenger) does apply.

The park also has an extensive trail system for hikers and mountain bikers. New Deal, Anadarche, Buckhorn and a new system from the park office to Tucker Tower all combine for more than 30 miles of scenic trails offering a wide variety of hiking and biking experiences. These trails range from fairly simple and flat to moderately difficult with good hills and even some interactions with rock and bluff environments.

Golfers of all ages and abilities enjoy the well-manicured and challenging Lake Murray State Park Golf Course. This 18-hole golf course features towering oak trees, tree-lined fairways, strategically placed water hazards and a breathtaking natural waterfall.  A pro shop and practice range are located on-site and individual or group lessons are available. The golf course can be contacted at the phone number above or via email at lakemurray@oklahomagolf.com.

Stay at Lake Murray State Park and create memories for a lifetime while enjoying the great outdoors in scenic southern Oklahoma. Enjoy naturalist-led nature programs or splash around in the cool waters of the lake along 150 miles of shoreline. Then, gather under a shaded pavilion to relax and enjoy a meal cooked on the grill. Visit Lake Murray Water Sports or take a peaceful trail ride with Lake Murray Riding Stables. A marina with boat rentals is located nearby, and Lake Country Store is on-site with convenience items.

***UPDATE*** Winterization Notice - Cedar Cove, Duke's Forest, Tipps Point, Marietta Landing, Rock Tower and Martin's Landing will be closed and winterized from 12/1/20 - 3/1/21. Elephant Rock, Buzzard Roost, ATV campgrounds and facilities will be open all winter. The Nature Center and Tucker Tower is open daily from 9am - 4:30pm through the end of October, but closing Mondays and Tuesdays from 11/1/20 - 3/1/21. 

Lake Murray State Park & Lodge

Located at Lake Murray State Park, this 18-hole golf course features towering oak trees, tree-lined fairways, strategically placed water hazards and a breathtaking natural waterfall. The course is well-manicured and challenging. Golfers of all ages and abilities are welcomed. A pro shop and practice range are located on-site and individual or group lessons are available.

The state-of-the-art pro shop at Lake Murray State Park Golf Course is a showcase for this picturesque course, boasting a natural stone and wood architectural style with features incorporated to blend in with the existing historic CCC structures located throughout the park. Large windows around the building offer natural light while allowing visitors a first glimpse of the course. The outside patio on the west-facing side is open for visitors to relax and enjoy the beauty of the course. Lake Murray Lodge and cabins are nearby, and an airstrip is located adjacent to the golf course.

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