About Cedar Lake (OKLAHOMA)
Number of accommodations: 68
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly -
Potable Water -
Lake Access -
Showers -
Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (204)
What Guests Are Saying
Cedar Lake is highly praised for its beautiful campground, clean facilities, and well-maintained trails, making it a favorite destination for camping and horseback riding. The friendly camp host and the serene environment contribute to a positive experience, with many guests expressing their desire to return. However, some visitors noted maintenance issues with the showers, limited cell service, and the need for upgrades in certain areas, but these did not significantly detract from their overall enjoyment.
What Guests Are Saying
Cedar Lake is highly praised for its beautiful campground, clean facilities, and well-maintained trails, making it a favorite destination for camping and horseback riding. The friendly camp host and the serene environment contribute to a positive experience, with many guests expressing their desire to return. However, some visitors noted maintenance issues with the showers, limited cell service, and the need for upgrades in certain areas, but these did not significantly detract from their overall enjoyment.
Review Summary
Ray D
VerifiedOctober 3, 2025 • Stayed at: E018, Loop: HCLE
The campground & trails were in great shape, free of trash & well maintained. The camp host Brenda & her helpers are dedicated to keeping it nice for all to enjoy!
Lisa W
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: SANDY BEACH
Clean restrooms and such a quiet and nicely kept campground! It is definitely one of our favorites!
Sfc James G
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: SANDY BEACH
Mason was Very helpful and friendly told Us about fishing and other thing Knows His stuff. We went as a group and even with the rain We All had a great time caught some fish and went kayaking. Everyone around Us was nice
Mionne W
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2025 • Stayed at: E009, Loop: HCLE
The grounds in camp look beautiful. The camp host is very helpful. The trails are well marked.
Steph A
VerifiedMay 28, 2025 • Stayed at: E009, Loop: HCLE
Only camp with 2 horses because that's what most sites have pens for. Electric fence is supposed to be allowed but the interrogation from the camp host I am totally unsure if we should use electric fence or not use electric fence. I was told multiple times our electric fence privileges are going to be taken away. Taken away because if me?? This was my first trip there and I did follow all rules for the electric fence but still felt in trouble for using it. I definitely didn't feel welcome, wonder if that's the reason the equestrian camp was so empty?? If you do camp with more than 2 horses you better reserve multiple sites so you have enough pens. We simply won't be back!!!!!!!!
Mason M
VerifiedMay 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: SANDY BEACH
Great spot, not too close to the beach but not to far from the bathrooms. Wonderful spot with!
Cindy M
VerifiedMay 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: SANDY BEACH
Showers were not working. Need wifi
Tim E
VerifiedApril 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: SANDY BEACH
It was a perfect place to stay. I stayed in site 33. Very level site. Close to facility building if you need it. Nice little spot to pull my kayak on shore. The lake is a perfect kayak lake. The lake is in a valley that allows you to get to wind protected spots with no difficulty. I enjoyed bass fishing for two days. Cellphone coverage is spotty but you can find spots. I will go back.
Carla D
VerifiedApril 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: SANDY BEACH
Cedar Lake is an amazing place to stay. Good fishing and the walk around the lake is easy and enjoyable.
Sandi B
VerifiedApril 11, 2025 • Stayed at: E017, Loop: HCLE
Nice camp and good riding
Location Cedar Lake (OKLAHOMA)
Address:
Cedar Lake Campground
Hodgen, OK, 24939
United States
From Poteau, OK, take U.S. Highway 59 south approximately 22 miles to Holson Valley Road (10 miles south of Heavener). Turn right (west) onto Holson Valley Road and travel approximately 2.5 miles. Turn right (north) onto Cedar Lake Road and travel 1 mile to the camp boundary.
From Talihina, OK, take U.S. Highway 271 east toward Poteau for 11 miles. Turn right (east) onto Holson Valley Road and travel 19 miles to Cedar Lake Road. Turn left onto Cedar Lake Road.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.7586 / -94.6944
Elevation: 311 feet
Policies & Rules
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Campers with horses must reserve sites in the equestrian loops only (HCLE and HCMR) |
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All horses must have proof of current Coggins test |
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Maximum outboard allowed on lake is 7.5 horsepower |
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If a reservation holder does not show up by 2:00 p.m. the day after their scheduled arrival date, the reservation is cancelled and the site is open for 'walk-ins.' |
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Check out the forest's campground description for specific information to Fish Your National Forest |
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Click here for more information on the Ouachita National Forest |
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Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more. |
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Reservations must be made at least 10 days in advance of arrival. |
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No off road vehicles are allowed in the recreation area. |
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All dogs must be on a leash at all times while in the recreation area. |
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Vehicles must be parked on paved or gravel surfaces at all times. Additional parking is available at the bathhouses. |
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Quiet hours are 10:00 pm to 6:00 am, no generators may be used during quiet hours. |
