Washington Irving South Near Cleveland, OK

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No Gate Attendant for Washington Irving Gate Shack 2026 Season: Pass Sales and Cash Sales will NOT be available this season. Please visit the Keystone Lake Office to purchase USACE Annual or ATB passes. Digital Passes can be purchased online. Please reach out to the Keystone Lake Office at 918-865-2621 for questions.

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Beginning April 1, 2026 the check-in time for camping will be 3:00 PM, and check-out time will be 1:00 PM.

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Day Use Area Vault Bathroom Facilities at Washington Irving South.

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About 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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🚐 01, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 60 ft long

🚐 02, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 60 ft long

🚐 03, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 71 ft long

🚐 04, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 65 ft long

🚐 05, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 53 ft long

🚐 06, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 55 ft long

🚐 07, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 64 ft long

🚐 08, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 58 ft long

🚐 09, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 78 ft long

🚐 10, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 77 ft long

🚐 11, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 53 ft long

🚐 12, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 80 ft long

🚐 13, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 79 ft long

🚐 14, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 59 ft long

🚐 15, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 60 ft long

🚐 16, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 56 ft long

🚐 17, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 60 ft long · Gravel

🚐 18, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 ft long

🚐 19, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 ft long

🚐 20, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 50 ft long

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🚐 01, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 60 ft long

🚐 02, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 60 ft long

🚐 03, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 71 ft long

🚐 04, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 65 ft long

🚐 05, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 53 ft long

🚐 06, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 55 ft long

🚐 07, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 64 ft long

🚐 08, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 58 ft long

🚐 09, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 78 ft long

🚐 10, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 77 ft long

🚐 11, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 53 ft long

🚐 12, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 80 ft long

🚐 13, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 79 ft long

🚐 14, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 59 ft long

🚐 15, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 60 ft long

🚐 16, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 56 ft long

🚐 17, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 60 ft long · Gravel

🚐 18, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 ft long

🚐 19, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 ft long

🚐 20, Loop: WIRS RV

Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 50 ft long

Reviews

423 reviews

Summary

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Washington Irving South is a beloved camping destination known for its beautiful and clean environment, well-stocked bathrooms, and friendly park rangers. Many visitors appreciate the peaceful atmosphere, great fishing opportunities, and various amenities like hiking trails and a boat ramp. However, some guests have raised concerns about reservation policies and the maintenance of certain facilities, including the cleanliness of the bathrooms and issues with water supply at tent sites. Overall, the campground remains a favorite for many returning campers.

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3.8

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June 25, 2025 Stayed at: 08, Loop: WIRS

Despite the water too high to rent boats and too dangerous to swim we did cautiously take our kayaks out and enjoyed some paddling back in the coves. Our camp director was delightful and when there was a mess left by campers next to us he was on it right away to solve the problem and try to find the people who left such a disgusting mess. I did help him clean up because it was just the right thing to do.

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2600 East Bear's Glen Road, Cleveland, OK 74020 United States

Elevation: 236 ft

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Getting There

From Tulsa, Oklahoma, take Highway 412 west for 15 mi 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 mi to the campground entrance.

Nearest town

Cleveland, OK - 17 mi

About 19 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible from Highway 412, which is a major road in the area.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

3PM

Check out time

1PM

Cancellation policy

Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Safety & rules

Beware of low hanging limbs due to heavy tree cover in the campground.

Site capacity

Camping is allowed only in designated campsites with specific limits on units and duration. Clean up after your stay and adhere to fire restrictions.

Fires & fuel

To protect forests, purchase firewood locally and burn it on-site.

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

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Warning

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Beginning April 1, 2026 the check-in time for camping will be 3:00 PM, and check-out time will be 1:00 PM.

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Population: 3,225

Nearby city: Tulsa, OK

Approx. 15 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 778 ft

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Washington Irving South

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