Need a quick escape from the hustle of Norman? Picture this: a quiet campsite, a crackling fire, and the stars overhead—all just minutes from home. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a first-time camper, the area around Norman has some amazing spots to pitch a tent or park an RV. I’ve found 8 campgrounds nearby that are perfect for families, solo adventurers, or anyone craving a little nature therapy. Let’s unplug, unwind, and explore the great outdoors right in our backyard. Your next adventure is closer than you think!
1. Oklahoma City East KOA Holiday
This award-winning KOA offers a quiet, shaded country setting just 15 minutes from the heart of downtown Oklahoma City. Connect with the city’s cowboy legacy at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum or Stockyards City. Take a water taxi ride in Bricktown, pay your respects at the Oklahoma City National Memorial, catch a Thunder basketball game, stop at Bass Pro Shops or visit the city’s other exciting museums, shops and sporting events. Or just relax at the campground.
2. Hog Creek Camp Grounds
Hog Creek Campground is located in Lake Thunderbird State Park. It is a scenic place to camp and offers both primitive tent camping as well as RV/trailer sites. Campers have access to restrooms, coin showers, swimming beach, boat ramp, picnic area, and dump station. Some of the sites are reservable and some remain available on a first come, first serve basis.
3. Rose Rock Hill
The original Rock Creek district included the Falcon Mine area, situated at the head of Rock Creek, about 10 miles west of Tuscarora. The adjacent Divide area, sometimes included in this district, is considered to be a separate district. Situated along this creek, is Rose Rock Hill, which is a perfect campground in Norman.
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4. Turkey Pass Campground
Turkey Pass Campground offers a wide variety of choices for RV parking and camping. Full hook ups $26, or just electric and water $20. Concrete pads, close to neighbors everyone quiet in Little Sandy. This Big park also offers boating, swimming, hiking as its popular amenities.
5. Hickory Hills Campground
Visit Hickory Hills Campground for a great family camping experience in a beautiful wooded setting. It offers rental camping units; cottages, bunk house, park models and deluxe cabins, hot showers, water and electric hookups and full hook-up pull-thru and back-in sites with electric, water and sewer. Moreover, amenities include a store, snack bar, swimming pool, spring-fed lake with a beach, fishingand canoe rentals.
6. Lake Thunderbird State Park
In Cleveland County, Oklahoma, there is a 1,874 acre state park called Lake Thunderbird State Park. On State Highway 9, it is located 12 miles east of Norman, Oklahoma. According to National Public Radio, this park saw more than 637,000 visits in 2011. Activity fees brought in $461,506 and the operation cost was $1.2 million.
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7. Post Oak RV Park
The brand-new Post Oak RV Park and Cabins is located not far from Norman, Oklahoma. It is a family-run little park that works hard to satisfy and soothe all of its visitors. This amazing park is two-in-one, as it offers both RV hookups and campgrounds as well.
8. Woodcreek Park
The neighborhood’s recreation center, Woodcreek Park, has a basketball court, exercise equipment, picnic spots, and play areas. In addition to the Woodcreek Park paths, this neighborhood park, which opened in 1994, offers locals a play structure, a picnic table, and an open field area for youth sports organizations.
One of the best methods to unwind and participate in various activities is camping. Why put off having an amazing experience any longer? If you want to have a great time with your friends or family, pick any of the locations from the list above.