Kaw Lake — lakesideLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
OK, OK★ 4 (0 reviews)From $25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
McFadden day Use Area is situated along the banks of Kaw Lake in north central Oklahoma. It is located near Kaw Lake dam and Hideaway Marina and convenient to several recreational day use areas. McFadden Day Use Area offers 4 Picnic Shelters with individual water hookups as well as a vault toilet in the area.
Best for:CampersNature loversFamiliesSites:Tent
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
ADA sites4 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresNot permitted
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no hookups at most sites✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only✕ You're camping in winter or early spring
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
Group reservations work well; facility accommodates large reunions
Bring your own hookups or plan accordingly; most sites have no hookups despite electric hookups being listed as amenity
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G + 5G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Black-tailed Prairie Dogs, Hooded Mergansers, Clark's Grebes, Ring-billed Gulls, Eastern Collared Lizards, and Ring-necked Snakes documented in the area.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
580-762-5611· Kaw Lake
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Kaw Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Kaw Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Mcfadden Day Use Picnic Shelter cost per night?+
Mcfadden Day Use Picnic Shelter costs $25 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Mcfadden Day Use Picnic Shelter open?+
Mcfadden Day Use Picnic Shelter is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Mcfadden Day Use Picnic Shelter have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Mcfadden Day Use Picnic Shelter?+
Mcfadden Day Use Picnic Shelter is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Mcfadden Day Use Picnic Shelter?+
Mcfadden Day Use Picnic Shelter is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Mcfadden Day Use Picnic Shelter?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Mcfadden Day Use Picnic Shelter is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Mcfadden Day Use Picnic Shelter open, and what are check-in times?+
Mcfadden Day Use Picnic Shelter is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$25 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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FAQ
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Does Mcfadden Day Use Picnic Shelter have hookups?+
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