About Big Bend (OK)
Number of accommodations: 112
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
On Site Services
- Playground
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Reviews (337)
What Guests Are Saying
Big Bend offers a peaceful and family-friendly camping experience with clean facilities, spacious sites, and beautiful lake views. Many guests appreciate the well-maintained grounds, friendly staff, and easy check-in process. However, some campers noted issues with overgrown grass and a lack of shade in certain areas, along with concerns about stickers in the grass, which could be problematic for pets. Overall, visitors typically enjoy their time at Big Bend and plan to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Big Bend offers a peaceful and family-friendly camping experience with clean facilities, spacious sites, and beautiful lake views. Many guests appreciate the well-maintained grounds, friendly staff, and easy check-in process. However, some campers noted issues with overgrown grass and a lack of shade in certain areas, along with concerns about stickers in the grass, which could be problematic for pets. Overall, visitors typically enjoy their time at Big Bend and plan to return.
Review Summary
Robert S
VerifiedOctober 5, 2021 • Stayed at: A11, Loop: BBEN
We stay at Big Bend Campground several times each year. Each time is equally relaxing and enjoyable. The boat ramps are good. Campgrounds are clean. Each site has adequate room. On our last visit, I needed hardware for some repairs. The General store in Canton is well supplied and very helpful.
Floyd M
VerifiedOctober 3, 2021 • Stayed at: A43, Loop: BBEN
Very nice weekend, thank you to the host for addressing the constant barker.
Don D
VerifiedOctober 3, 2021 • Stayed at: A27, Loop: BBEN
I don't have any recommendations.
Steven H
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2021 • Stayed at: A37, Loop: BBEN
Camp Host was outstanding and friendly. The space could stand some tree trimming and Yard grooming, but for the price I paid was great compared to other Oklahoma State RV Parks I have stayed in. Thanks for providing the things for a relaxing week-end.
Jeffrey R
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2021 • Stayed at: B14, Loop: B
We love to camp and fish at Great Bend Recreation Area. Nice shady camp sites and well maintained sites as well as boat ramp/dock area.
Michael G
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2021 • Stayed at: B24, Loop: B
We had a good time there. Great view and access to the lake.
We did have a problem with the outlets on the pedestal which was taken care of, although I had to catch park caretakers when they buzzed through on their
Gordon S
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2021 • Stayed at: B18, Loop: B
Love staying at the Big Bend camping area in Canton, OK. Site 46 or 49 is great sites that have a lot of shade and space. Area is keep cleaned and mowed.
Randy S
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2021 • Stayed at: A34, Loop: BBEN
Very por cell and data signal and needs mowed more than they do. The stickers are taking over
Martin J
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2021 • Stayed at: B27, Loop: B
I enjoyed the campground
Orin A
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2021 • Stayed at: A18, Loop: BBEN
Loved it!!!
Location Big Bend (OK)
Address:
U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers
Canton, OK, 73724-9522
United States
From Canton, OK, travel 1.8 miles west on HWY 51, then continue 4 miles north on the paved county road.
Big Bend Recreation Area is accessible via HWY 51, which connects to Canton, OK.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.116 / -98.6189
Elevation: 510 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- There are no sewer site hookups at this campground
- 2-night minimum required during the annual Walleye Rodeo (Thursday-Sunday the week after Mother's Day)
- Maximum of two tents per campsite, or one RV and one tent per campsite
- Pets are not allowed at the Sandy Cove beach day-use area
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
- Gate House hours: April 1-30 & Tuesday following Labor Day to September 30 - ; May 1 to Labor Day - .
- Fees are collected by self-payment through Recreation.gov in October. Shower houses may be winterized and closed in late October.
- Electricity and/or water may be turned off November through March. No charge for camping during this time.
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Last updated: June 13, 2026
