Dam Site (Fort Gibson Lake)

Fort Gibson Lake — lakeside, fishing

Location: FORT GIBSON, OK, OK

Price: From $14 per night

Price range: $14–$50 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Dam Site Campground is situated below Fort Gibson Dam on the west bank of the Grand River in northeastern Oklahoma. The campground was severely damaged during the 2019 flood. None of the campsites offer water or electric.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/dam-site-fort-gibson-lake to be notified when sites open up.

Dam Site offers primitive camping with great views below Fort Gibson Dam on the Grand River, with 26 sites featuring fire rings and picnic tables. The nearly 20,000-acre lake provides excellent boating and fishing opportunities for black bass and other species.

Wildlife alert: White-tailed Deer, Osprey, Black Vulture, Snapping Turtle, and North American Racer present in the area

Insider tips for Dam Site (Fort Gibson Lake): Book early — federal campground with limited 26 sites and high demand Most sites have standup grills and rock firepits for cooking Located on a hill with great views of the dam and lake

Skip Dam Site (Fort Gibson Lake) if: You need water or electric hookups — none are available at campsites following 2019 flood damage. You require full-service amenities — only portable bathrooms available. You prefer developed campgrounds with modern facilities.

Best time to visit Dam Site (Fort Gibson Lake): Year-round — Campground operates year-round, though seasonal operations noted; book early as it is a federal campground with high demand.

Nearby campgrounds: Wahoo Bay (Wagoner, OK), Taylor Ferry (FORT GIBSON, OK), Tullahasse Loop (Porter , OK), Rocky Point (Ft Gibson) (FORT GIBSON, OK).