Washington Irving South
Keystone Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: SAND SPRINGS, OK, OK
Price: From $15 per night
Price range: $15–$25 per night
Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (134 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Washington Irving South is located on the Arkansas arm of Keystone Lake, just 30 minutes from Tulsa. In Washington Irving’s book, "A Tour of the Prairies," he mentions the area as where he crossed the Arkansas River during his travels. The park features a one-mile nature trail, boat ramp, courtesy dock, playground, and multiple areas along the shores ideal for fishing.
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, Restrooms, Drinking Water, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/washington-irving-south to be notified when sites open up.
Washington Irving South offers spacious sites on the Arkansas arm of Keystone Lake with excellent recreational opportunities including a boat ramp, fishing areas, and a one-mile nature trail just 30 minutes from Tulsa. Campers praise the scenic setting and well-maintained bathhouse facilities.
Wildlife alert: Gray Fox, Mexican Long-nosed Armadillo, Prothonotary Warbler, Summer Tanager, Great Blue Heron, Osprey, Little Brown Skink, and Timber Rattlesnake have been documented in the area.
Insider tips for Washington Irving South: Book well in advance — this is a federal campground with high demand Day use area available for $5 parking if you want lake access without camping Bring a self-contained RV or plan for tent camping — most sites have no hookups
Skip Washington Irving South if: You need full hookups — campground has no hookups at most sites despite some conflicting review mentions. You expect water to always be available — verify water status when booking as disconnections occur.
Best time to visit Washington Irving South: Year-round — Campground operates year-round, though booking early is essential as a federal facility.
Nearby campgrounds: Appalachia Bay Recreation Area (Cleveland, OK), Brush Creek Public Use Area (Sand Springs, OK), Walnut Creek (Osage, OK), Tall Chief Cove (SKIATOOK, OK).
Cell Phone Coverage at Washington Irving South
Cell signal at Washington Irving South (SAND SPRINGS, OK): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
- 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.
Washington Irving South is located on the Arkansas arm of Keystone Lake, just 30 minutes from Tulsa. In Washington Irving’s book, "A Tour of the Prairies," he mentions the area as where he crossed the Arkansas River during his travels. The park features a one-mile nature trail, boat ramp, courtesy dock, playground, and multiple areas along the shores ideal for fishing.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook well in advance
this is a federal campground with high demand
Day use area available for $5 parking if you want lake access without camping
Bring a self-contained RV or plan for tent camping
most sites have no hookups
Campground operates year-round, though booking early is essential as a federal facility
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Wildlife nearby
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Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
From Tulsa, Oklahoma, take Highway 412 west for 15 miles to Bears Glen exit. Turn left at stop sign onto the Frontage Road and drive 1 block. Turn right at first paved road and follow 2 miles to the campground entrance.
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Keystone Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Keystone Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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