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Oklahoma · Federal campground

Washunga Bay

2 mi northeast of Kaw City, OK · Verizon 4G · AT&T 5G · T-Mobile 4G

Federal campgroundtype
Reservablebooking
Apr–May & Sep–Octbest months

About Washunga Bay

Washunga Bay Campground is situated along the banks of Kaw Lake in north central Oklahoma. The lake and river are known for producing some of Oklahoma's largest catfish, as well as crappie, white bass and walleye, making it a popular destination for anglers. Hikers and horseback riders are attracted to the beautiful trails along the eastern shore. The Eagle View Hiking Trail is approximately 12 miles long and runs between Osage Cove and Burbank Landing. The Five Fingers Equestrian Trail extends from Burbank Landing to the Sarge Creek Cove Public Use Area. Hunters' skills are tested with excellent populations of whitetail deer, turkey, quail, rabbit and squirrel. During the fall waterfowl seasons Kaw Lake often attracts large numbers of migrating ducks and geese. During the winter visitors are likely to spot migrating bald eagles, as Kaw Lake has one of the biggest populations in the…

  • Managed by: Kaw Lake, USACE
  • Where: 2 mi northeast of Kaw City, OK · 36.79215, -96.84535

Things to do:

FishingHikingHorseback ridingBoating & paddlingWildlife & birdingHuntingHistory & culture

Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)

Weather by month

47°
24°Jan
52°
28°Feb
62°
37°Mar
71°
46°Apr
79°
56°May
88°
66°Jun
93°
70°Jul
92°
68°Aug
84°
60°Sep
73°
48°Oct
60°
36°Nov
49°
27°Dec

Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Apr–May & Sep–Oct (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Dec–Feb.

See Washunga Bay from above

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Good to know

Cell signal

Verizon 4G · AT&T 5G · T-Mobile 4G

From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.
Night sky: Rural

The Milky Way is bright, with a little glow low on the horizon.

Class 3 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.
RV essentials

Dump station: 0.1 mi
Propane: 20.6 mi

Nearest of each within 25 miles, straight-line.