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Moneka North Campground

Waurika Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Waurika , OK, OK

Price: From $12 per night

Price range: $12–$18 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Moneka North Campground is located south of the Waurika Lake Dam, located within the Great Plains Region of southern Oklahoma. Beaver Creek Trailhead is located on the south end of the campground. The area offers many recreation activities, including fishing, boating and hunting.

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

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

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/moneka-north-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Moneka North Campground offers peaceful camping on Waurika Lake's 10,100 acres with ample recreation activities including fishing, boating, and hiking via the Beaver Creek Trailhead. Campers praise it as a quiet, rustic destination that's less crowded than other regional campgrounds.

Wildlife alert: Northern Cottonmouth snakes present in the area; also watch for Spiny Softshell Turtles and American Beavers near water.

Insider tips for Moneka North Campground: Book early—this is a popular federal campground Bring a self-contained RV; most sites have no hookups Use the restrooms near the lake; facilities can experience seasonal issues

Skip Moneka North Campground if: You need RV hookups (electric hookups noted but most sites lack hookups). You plan to visit November through April (seasonal closure). You prefer developed amenities over rustic camping.

Best time to visit Moneka North Campground: May-October — Official operating season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Chisholm Trail Ridge (WAURIKA, OK), Kiowa Park I (WAURIKA, OK), Wichita Ridge Campground (Waurika , OK), Doris Campground (Indiahoma, OK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Moneka North Campground

Cell signal at Moneka North Campground (Waurika , OK): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Waurika , OK, OK★ 4.3 (3 reviews)From $12/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Moneka North Campground is located south of the Waurika Lake Dam, located within the Great Plains Region of southern Oklahoma. Beaver Creek Trailhead is located on the south end of the campground. The area offers many recreation activities, including fishing, boating and hunting.

Best for:AnglersHikersFamiliesSites:TentRV
LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Electric Hookups

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known 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 RV hookups (electric hookups noted but most sites lack hookups)✕ You plan to visit November through April (seasonal closure)✕ You prefer developed amenities over rustic camping

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground

Bring a self-contained RV; most sites have no hookups

Use the restrooms near the lake; facilities can experience seasonal issues

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
at campground coordinates

Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-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 km
Alert: Northern Cottonmouth snakes present in the area; also watch for Spiny Softshell Turtles and American Beavers near water.

Location

Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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580-963-2111· Waurika Lake

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Waurika Lake fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Waurika Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Moneka North Campground cost per night?+
Moneka North Campground costs $12–$18 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Moneka North Campground open?+
Moneka North Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Moneka North Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Moneka North Campground?+
Moneka North Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Moneka North Campground?+
Moneka North Campground 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 Moneka North Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Moneka North Campground 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 Moneka North Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Moneka North Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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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
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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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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$12 /night★ 4.3 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Chisholm Trail Ridge

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Wichita Ridge Campground

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From $14/night

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