Beavers Bend State Park and Nature Center Reviews

Beavers bend has everything you can want. Perfect for a laid back weekend. Be sure and visit their visitor center.

Beautiful scenery all around..Peaceful..Wasn’t crowded..We saw deer walking along in the wooded area..Highly recommend visiting..

We had a great time at Beavers Bend. We spent one day hiking the Skyline Trail - a long and challenging trail but an enjoyable one. Another day we kayaked and SUP’d. There are so many good options in the park.

And, we look forward to returning during the low season when there are fewer people at the park.

We were pleasantly surprised by the variety of outdoor activities. There are activities for all ages which makes it easy in keeping everyone happy!

For those who like to be more active try out the David Boren Trail. It provides 26 miles of hiking. For the golfer, Cedar Creek offers an 18 hole golf course. For the thrill seeker, check out Zip Lining at Rugaru Adventures. And miles of forest roads are waiting for ATV and Jeeps goers in the Ouachita Mountains.

In addition, there is also fishing, horseback riding, kayaking, paddle boarding, water skiing, jet skiing, and canoeing. The outdoor activities are endless! I have listed a few businesses that can help you experience the fun.

Pretty scenery. Oklahoma needs to upgrade their campgrounds to compete with other states. So much potential. The buildings and infrastructure need attention. The lake and trees were great.

We had a great time while we were at the park! We were able to ride the mini train and see lots of deer. We also rented a paddeboat and after that took a 2.5 kayak trip down the river. We were also able to take a short walk down to the river and explore around there.It was a great place for the family. There were a ton of other things to do at the park that we can't wait to explore the next time we go back!

Though they were not well marked, we really enjoyed hiking a variety of trails. The Friends Trail Loop was especially scenic with waterfalls. The Lookout Mountain trail was a workout! I suggest downloading the Alltrails app.

I have visited Beavers Bend at least 2 times a year for about 30 years. It's truly one of the prettiest places I've ever been. We always camp inside the state park. Our fave campsites are in "Acorn" on the river. The peacefulness and Beauty will leave you in awe. Deer are everywhere and campsites are well kept. There are lots of activities for kids, train rides and horseback riding. Mini golf and paddle boats, etc. Fishing is great. Nature center is beautiful.
There isn't a bad spot in the whole park. Great little Restaurant there too!

We took a family vacation and stayed 4 days and 4 nights in a cabin at Beavers Bend State Park. Cabins are located close to forested trails Broken Bow Lake and dam. The park features an abundance of hiking trails, swimming, camping, canoeing or kayaking.

Trout fishing is permitted year round with an Oklahoma fishing license. Waterways are restocked every 2 weeks.

We absolutely love this area of Oklahoma, plenty to do, stunning views, wildlife and beautiful water. Went last year and spent a week, we returned this year for a week. This will absolutely be one of our go to spots for a vacation spot close to home.

My wife and I have been coming up here for about 12 years now for weekend get a ways and it still as fun going to day as it was our first trip up so many years ago. The lake is beautiful and is the forest and wildlife. There are plenty of rental cabins in the area. The fishing is great if you like to fish and there are plenty of back roads to drive down just to do some sight seeing.

We stayed at nearby cabins in Broken Bow and went to the park for family/kids activities. We hiked two trails which were very scenic but could have been clearer marked while on the trail - signage is not great and there is no cell/internet reception depending on carrier, so bring a trail map or download ahead of time. We tried to rent paddle boats and ride horses/the train at the Train Depot, but neither one was open during operating hours - there was a lot of forecasted rain which did not pan out so I assume that they pre-emptively closed, but there were no updates online regarding closures or voicemail recordings when we called. Still a very beautiful place and worth a visit.

This is a beautiful area with nice views of the lake. There are many areas to walk the shoreline or places to have a picnic. There is plenty of parking in the area but no restrooms (due to Covid-19).
Great for families and dogs. Our little yorkie had a blast here!

Beaver’s Bend Park is beautiful, clean, and fun for all. We enjoyed the train and horseback riding. We love just driving around the park and taking scenic photographs as well.

Loved spending the day in the park! We spotted bald eagles, hiked, rode the train, and had lunch while the kids played on the playground. We will be back for sure!!

I go back to this park over and over, probably 10 or more times a yr.Always crystal clear water,, awesome fishing and hiking trails. And something going on all the time..from car shows to Indian pow wows, and boat raceing , 4th with all the fire works , This park now has a zip line adventure. go carts , 2 or 3 wine tasting places and the new brewery. All can be toured everyday .Then there is the awesome little place called girls gone wine, so nice to sit out on the back area and have a winearitta.awwwww so good , all kinds of cheese to chose from to snack on with crackers as u sip ur ritta..And oh I almost forgot , they now have the duck tours also.. u know that can be driven on land and then straight into the lake...I will never tire of this place have been going here since I can remember , when we were small we camped in covers thrown over a wire or string , and made into a tent. and our sleeping bags.. u get the pic. just don,t get my spot LOL

Camped at a spot right on the river and it was quiet and peaceful. The park is known for fly fishing, but there are a lot of things to do. I would encourage you to check out their site because there's more to do than I can list here. The RV spots were easy to get into. Lots of pull thru spots. Water and elec only. We will definitely be going back.

Beautiful area. Great views. Full of wildlife. Very relaxing. A lot of different activities for all ages.

Beaver's Bend is one of Oklahoma's most beautiful state parks. It was established in 1937 and includes Broken Bow Lake which is fed with clear blue waters from the Mountain Fork River. The State Park is around 9 miles north of Broken Bow and a few miles east of Hochatown, a tourist hotspot with accommodations, restaurants, breweries, groceries and fun activities near the state park and lake.

The state park includes numerous camping areas for tents and RVs as well as some cabins. There is a Forest Research Centre and Nature Centre, a handful of family-friendly hiking trails and a couple of longer treks through the park as well. Leisure seekers can rent kayaks, pontoon boats, swim, do horseback riding and fish for trout in the streams within the park year round.

It is a beautiful place to spend time in nature. Lots of space, deer and trees and easy access from Hochatown for those staying outside the state park. We had three really nice days in the area recently and would be very happy to return for another holiday within or around Beaver's Bend State Park in the future.

There is not a Hochatown State Park. There is a community called Houchatown. This area runs along State HWY 259. The original Hochatown was actually where Broken Bow lake is now. All the buildings and the cemetery were moved when the lake was created and flooded. The name of the state park that surrounds Broken Bow lake is Beavers Bend State Park.

Wether you stay at the Lodge, a cabin, in your RV, or in a tent, this lake and park are outstanding. A must do get away. Be it a weekend, or 2 weeks, plan on a great time. In picture 3, look hard enough and you will find the deer.

My husband and I and our 8 and 1 0 year old daughters visited recently visited. The park is beautiful. There was a lot to do as far as trails, fishing etc. We went were only there for a day trip but would love to go back sometime and stay in a cabin near by.

NICE park on this beautiful OK Lake. booked in tent camping area Coyote, lakefront, site CY018. we're avid boaters, fishing family. Boat in tow. got there after dark on 5/25 and were a bit disappointed in the downed, large pine trees still on the site, beach(due to recent high waters), for the upcoming holiday weekend. upon waking on Friday am & seeing the lake view for the first time, downed trees were forgotten. Just gorgeous!!
Marina right around the point to drop the boat in. Marina personnel were super friendly & accommodating even as busy as they were. Nice, kept very clean, lukewarm, sometimes cold showers & toilets(cleaned early every morning), close by that surprisingly, were never crowded on a busy, holiday weekend. Longest wait time was maybe 10 minutes. Not keen on the local day "squatters" that access the park for free as they move onto the adjacent, already booked sites, play their music way too loud & when families arrive to set up on their booked sites, it gets tense(2 altercations where park rangers had to be called). This issue needs to be managed better. Beautiful place though, all in all & will be back, maybe not on a holiday weekend & maybe we'll try setting up camp on a lakefront RV site w/water & electric. Hopefully that keeps the "squatters" out. Love that it's only 3.5hrs from DFW.

D & L Martin
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This was a great weekend trip. The trees are changing and the colors were so pretty! We made it to the Fall Festival and that was cool. Lots of people there for the foliage.

We absolutely loved Beavers Bend State Park! There was so much to do, from swimming and fishing to horseback riding and train rides. We also enjoyed visiting the museum to learn more about the area's history and wildlife. But the highlight of our trip was definitely the swimming hole - my kiddo had an absolute blast splashing around and cooling off on a hot day. We can't wait to go back and explore more of what this amazing park has to offer

This weekend we rented a duplex cabin in Beavers Bend state park. We have rented cabins in Oklahoma parks many times so knew what we would get. Not luxury but clean and with enough kitchen stuff for a weekend. This duplex was clean but the kitchen was missing a lot and there was no TV (fine but wish I'd known). We'll stay again b/c the price is right and they allow dogs. We will just pack our own bowls!

We always have fun spending time at Beavers Bend State Park. People are friendly and the trails are nice. Beautiful views!

Great experience and a good time of year to go to the park. Spent most of the day finding breathtaking nooks and crannies.

We were 4 families who rented the cabin just outside of the state park. We did kayaking and swimming the first day in the river and rented a bot the next day in the lake for 2 hours. Since we visited in Spring, the views were spectacular. There is a museum in the park which is accessible free and it has some very old fossils and some good wood craft.

We stayed there for 2 nights and still could not explore the entire park, there is so much to do. Visit in large groups.

I will recommend to visit in groups as it could be fun.

We went kayaking 2 days in a row. The park has several great spots to launch into Broken Bow Lake. The park is free! We saw bald eagles and many other birds and wildlife. The water was great for swimming as well.

Go back to the nature and beauty of Beaver's Bend State Park for a quiet and peaceful adventure with your family. Enjoy the river fishing, ride the train or swim.

Beavers Bend is a hidden gem in Oklahoma. Don't miss it! There are so many places to see and beauty to appreciate!

This is a very scenic and a beautiful place. You can definitely enjoy nature . The only problem is that no internet or TV at all in the beaver bend cabins park .

Park is somewhat aging but there is some renovation ongoing. Site hookups are in rough shape and lacking sewer on most. Firewood restrictions are a joke and the restaurant is sad. But now to the best part, and the reasons we keep returning - the natural beauty is spectacular. The river, streams, and lake are clear and cold. Wildlife abounds. The hiking trails fit novice to experienced. Spring and fall are the best seasons - after the bugs and hordes of tourists leave. We endure the inconveniences to enjoy the serenity.

Excellent family getaway. Well thought out camping and activity venue. Tucked in the southeast corner of Oklahoma, the Beavers Bend area is fun year round.

Our first night a loud siren went off and it sounded like a tornado alarm. We jumped up, got dressed and ran to the car. We noticed no one else in the camp ground was moving but still left. Two hours later we decided to return. We checked in with the park and they said it goes off when the water is big high. So you have an alarm you don’t tell campers about, it disturbs the peace and no one reacts to it? When why have the alarm? It is more dangerous to have a alarm people ignore them to not have one at all.

Just returned from a 5 day stay. It is beautiful here and just amazing. Can't wait to return! Be sure and visit Hochatown and the petting zoo/rescue there! We can't wait to return!

Great campgrounds with lots of activities and great nearby restaurants, wineries and breweries and a distillery.
Love the beach.

This state park is a MUST to visit. They have so
Many things to do such as hike, ride horses, train, swim beach area, paddle boat, fishing, kayaking, etc. We spend the night at a tiny cabin and it was very clean with a GREAT VIEW!!! We love it so much we will be back again!!!

The Hochatown State Park is beautiful. We certainly enjoyed our drive through it and its beauty. A very refreshing state park.

So much good hiking (most easy, but some int and adv), lots of good restaurants, riverview cabin was great, weather was great........

Beautiful well kept area! So many things to do. We have found different6 places to explore each trip. We look forward to our family trip here every year!

We stayed on a trip with a couple who are friends of ours at either end of a duplex cabin in Beavers Bend State Park in Nov 2020. We had Cabin #29, they had Cabin #30. We had stayed in a duplex cabin six years prior in the same state park with these same friends (occupying both ends) and really enjoyed it.

Our experience this time was much different. Cabin #29 was absolutely disgusting -- poorly maintained, not clean, light bulbs (and even one light fixture) missing, spiders taking up residence in the bathroom, a leak that caused the bathroom to smell like water/pee. Really unbelievable, hence this warning to all NOT to book a cabin in this state park unless/until they solve these problems.

I've documented some of the issues in the photos and will mostly let the photos speak for themselves. We did not document the filthy floors, though. Upon arrival, we found the place so caked in dirt that we purchased and used swiffers on the floors. What came off those floors was utterly disgusting in Cabin #29, where we stayed. It was no better in our friends' cabin on the other side of the duplex (they were the ones who purchased the swiffer actually). We wanted to make the best of it, and didn't want to make a fuss, but it was pretty clear this cabin had received cursory cleaning at best. The spider nests and spiders in the bathroom (see photo) were one giveaway, along with the toilet water leak that had obviously been left to go for some time, leaving a terrible smell in the bathroom (eww). This is unacceptable any time, but in an age of COVID, apparently the cabin cleaners (haha!) aren't dusting/wiping down/mopping/sanitizing meticulously, after every stay?! EWW.

I don't know what has happened, to be honest. When we visited six years ago, we found rustic, but charming, clean cabins. This time, we found an unsanitary, unacceptable mess. Again, we tried to make the best of it as we had driven six hours and were "invested" in having few days away from the city, but I would advise others to look for lodging elsewhere. There seem to be lots of private cabin rentals in the area that would surely provide a better experience.

And one final note on reservations -- we even had great trouble getting a human to agree to try and place us in a duplex with our friends (during our "quiet time" Sun-Weds rental when they said plenty of cabins were available). They told us repeatedly "we'll try but it's not guaranteed." How customer-unfriendly - again, this was easy-peasy six years ago and we appreciated it. Other OK state parks using the SAME reservation system let people reserve their exact cabins, but not Beavers Bend. Apparently, basic cleaning, hygiene, and maintenance are not the only customer-unfriendly elements of this particular state park cabin operation (though those are the more serious of the issues). The area is beautiful and Hochatown has really developed into a fun, quirky place -- but definitely try to stay elsewhere if you are in the area. This accommodation was TERRIBLE.

Been coming here since our kids were small and now we bring our grandchildren ! Always a great get away and the cabins here are the best
Don McCabe and Family

We had first visited the area in February as a couples trip. The kids really wanted to make the trip to stay in a cabin and visit the park. They loved the whole trip. The hiking trails was a great way to get back to nature. We also enjoyed the kayaking, canoeing and mini golf.

The park and lake were quiet.
Our first trip to the area but it was gorgeous. Can’t wait to come back in the summer. Plenty of deer to see.

It is a great park to drive in and stop and enjoy nature. Nice little gift shop. Campgrounds were nice and clean. We saw lots of families enjoying the hiking trailers and a beautiful day. They were doing some pumpkin carving at the nature center too.

I see this as a great family destination!!!

We enjoyed driving through the park and hiking 2 different 1 mile trails. There are many trails throughout. The one's we took were often along a river/ creek. They are marked, but sometimes it did get confusing. They have cabins for rent and other recreational activities to offer. We went to the dam area, where you can see if from the top of the road and then drive down to the river level. My kids (12 &10) enjoyed walking and jumping on the rocks the most.

We stayed in Broken Bow and visited this park as suggested by our some of the locals....we were not disappointed!

Stacy and Kenny are the best camp host, they go out of the way to help you in anything you need. friendly, and just amazing

Beautiful place, beautiful water, surrounded my lovely accommodations. We stayed 4 days and hated to leave. Family friendly, though we were a pack of married women friends looking to get away. We had a blast and made memories to last a lifetime. Go make some of your own, in this little piece of Oklahoma paradise.

Beautiful park. Nice places to picnic around the forrest. Great places to hike - even on road. Nice marina and camp grounds.

I had heard so many good things, I just had to see Beavers Bend for myself. It was definitely worth the drive and it was so beautiful. I was glad we made the time and hope to come back for hiking

Cedar Bluff Trail is probably the most scenic trail in the park. There’s an easy nature trail and then there’s the longer trail for more experienced hikers. I’m not an experienced hiker, but I am athletic so I gave it a shot and there were a few parts on the trail I had to practice caution because of the steepness. But the trail was beautiful and less traveled. The lake is huge and there’s tons of fun water activities to do. And lots of local restaurants and shops nearby too. The park has zip lining, kayaking, canoeing, boat tours, horse back riding, etc. I even saw a go kart track. Would definitely recommend if you go, to stay for a few days so you can get the full experience. Lots of cabin and lodging options.

Visited Oklahoma cabins through Beaver Bend Adventures and rented Heavenly Ridge Cabin which was a 3 bedroom 3 bath and described as 2 Downstairs with a soaker tub (as pictured, but was now a shower), but needless to say it wasn't as described and the management team was unresponsive and uncaring. We needed the soaker tub for relaxation. The hot tub didn't work although it was reported to management. Just warning don't waste your money or time with this company. I have pictures of the discrepancy and just sad customer service is horrible. As an educator I work to hard to not give my family what was described on the website. Again beaware! Just be empathetic to the issue or put us in another cabin or some type of compensation.

Very enjoyable and great place -- one of our favorite places on the planet -- saw lots of deer, enjoyed hiking, canoeing, putt putt, fishing and just admiring beauty - can't wait to go back!

I called to make a reservation for 2 rooms and was shocked that my son, with PTSD, could not bring his service animal (a registered dog) to the Lodge. The employee I spoke with was very condescending calling me honey and sweetie (I'm in my 40's and we're perfect strangers). You can have a duck on an airplane for comfort but this STATE PARK affiliated establishment won't accept a registered service dog. Very disappointing.

Love the skyline hiking trail. It is not for the beginners. The lake and wildlife are awesome. Fishing is possible too.

We enjoy hiking, but didn't want to go a long way from Dallas, TX for the four day weekend. This was perfect - lot's of trails (we took a 6 mile one day and a 3 mile another). Rangers very helpful and friendly with suggestions.

We had such a great time in the park .it was amazing!!!.. very clean, no trash everywhere, signs are very visible & in good condition..staff was very friendly & amazing..the fishing was great!!!.. great place to relax & unwind..loved it!!!...

This is a great family vacation or just for the weekend! Many hiking, biking, boating, fishing ... The list goes on...

Everything is awesome but was ruined by alarm for river going off all day and thru the night. Every 15 minutes to sometimes a couple of hours. Last time for this location. 30.00 per night to make us feel like we are in Europe during the bombing raids of World War 2!

We have been going to Beavers Bend for many years. It has become a tradition for our family camping. Great fishing, hiking and camping. Beautiful country side to explore. Never a disappointment.

I visited this park on December 2nd-December 4th and actually got engaged here! It was beautiful and we had a fun time! I’m really sad though because somewhere in the park we think the ring box (it is wooden and says “Hrncir” on it) fell out of the car! We had hoped someone would turn it in, but we haven’t heard anything yet. Hoping and praying that it is somehow found! I’ve included a picture of it here!

Stopped into Beavers Bend SP on our last day of our Easter weekend vacation. Since we were heading home, we did not get to partake in everything the park had to offer, however, we did a run through for our next trip here. This park is gorgeous - the colors were beautiful and the lake was picturesque. We hiked one of the trails and drove through the campgrounds and cabin area, both of which we look forward to staying next time. The paddle boats were in high demand and if we were able to stay longer, we would have rented one or rented a kayak. They also have riding stables. We enjoyed the Forest Heritage Center Museum, very well put together. This is definitely a state park we will be back to. Great location with plenty to do inside the park and outside, in the surrounding area.

Loved driving thru and seeing deer almost every where we go. The best time to see them is sunrise and sunset..

We spent a long weekend and thoroughly enjoyed fishing the streams and swimming in Broken Bow Lake. Plenty of activities for families.

Fun place to visit on beautiful Lake Broken Bow. Did a couple nice hikes at the nature center. Interesting photo ops at the gift shop. 259A Loop was very a pretty drive.

This area is very scenic but very crowded especially on weekends or holidays. Fishing is not very good because of limited access to the river unless you are a fly fisherman with waders and non-slip boots.

This is an amazing place. The natural beauty is stunning. They have nice walking trails that I highly recommend.

Entry to the Beaver’s Bend State Park is FREE but there’s a $10 parking fee which you have to pay via Text Message or at the Welcome Center.

If you go slightly pass the Welcome Center, take the Immediate LEFT, the road will come to a T-junction and that’s where the Swim Beach and Minature golf/Paddle Boats/Canoes/Kayaks/Paddle Boards are. If you take another LEFT and continue on, you’ll see sign for Train ride and Horseback ride. They also have pony rides (just around the tree NOT on trail) for little kids. There’s also a restroom (wasn’t too bad) right across from these rides parking lot.

I saw several negatives reviews about the park bathrooms, there is a Walmart about 10-15 minutes before the park if that helps.

During our train ride we saw several deer and a couple during horseback ride.

Great place to sight see, swim, and, have water fun. The camp sight group # 2 is where we stayed. The cabins are really old and the beds are not comfortable at all. The stairs are sketchy. We bought futons and layered the bed mats. The shower building isn't the best, but it works. The outdoor part is good with a theater like area. It is the woods so there are ants, wasps, and, spiders, but when you camp you know that. There is a walk in fridge and 2 big freezers. We enjoy our stay over all but wish the cabins were nicer.

Quick drive for a weekend get away. Gorgeous. Perfect for friends, couples or girlfriend weekend. Only 3 hours from Dallas.

We camped at Beavers Bend in our 40' RV. The heavily wooded site could not have been more beautiful overlooking a cove of the lake. There are trails of all skill levels nearby, although they could stand to be better marked. Other activities in the area include water sports and horseback riding. I agree with another reviewer that more attention should be paid to trash pickup. Although this was not a problem for me, lack of cell and internet service could be an issue for some visitors.

Drop of friends looking for great scenery to photograph - plenty of opportunities in this beautiful area.

This review is for Hochatown and Beaver’s Bend State Parks. My wife and I spent Thanksgiving week in the area. We found a great cabin on Airbnb that was off in the national forest, and did a lot of hiking in the area. This is a beautiful area, and we were lucky to still catch some fall color. We enjoyed the hikes, though trails in the area are very poorly marked, and we found a lot of conflicting information online about trails. Very dog friendly trails. Would definitely return.

We were pleasantly surprised to learn that there was not an entrance fee for the park. We are used to the Texas state park system which charges entrance fees. Stopped in at the park office for maps. The park staff was friendly and very helpful. The cabins and campsites looked very nice! It stormed two mornings in a row when we where there, so decided to skip hiking this time. It is on the "to do" list for our next visit!

Very beautiful park!! Wasn’t expecting such a beautiful park!! Wasn’t very crowded. Lookout Mountain Trail was awesome. Lots of inclines, but very cool!!!

We didn’t have the amount of time to explore this huge area like I’d have liked. There are about 4 or more entrances, stretching for miles down hwy 259, all going to different parts of this beautiful park.

There is a lot to do here, but we really only did the about 3 things. They have beautiful hiking trails, and my teenage son and I utilized 2 of them. Then, my son and husband rode a pedal boat, which was very affordable. The mini golf was affordable and fun also. We wanted to be outdoors and mostly avoid people during the pandemic, and this park wasn't very crowded at all. This is definitely a must do if you are in the area.

Warning wouldn't go here. Trash every where, the Park Ragers pick on you and heard stores of them watching you in the bathrooms and tents, especially at night. Been camping all over and had the worst experience here. Camping spots are to close together and if your not from their home town they don't care about your business. They treat you like your an annoyance and seem to have the good ol clan kinda feel to it.

This was a beautiful state park, well kept, and so many activities that you need more time just to experience all of it. Perfect outdoor area with lots of great food and shopping!

Great park with very scenic views. Trout fishing opportunities, kayak and floating options, or just a picinic. Trails and walkable streams.

It's a pretty area. The main activity is hiking but note that the trails are on uneven ground - not paved. In the summer there are many water activities
We were surprised at the number of restaurants in the area where we had several good meals

We spent 2 days at Beavers Bend Resort Park and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. The scenery is so beautiful. We floated down the Mountain Fork River. The water was clear from being spring fed. You could see the Rainbow Trout as you were floating down the river. It was pretty hot outside but the water was cold! :) We also swam at Broken Bow Lake which the water was warmer than the river and the water was clear there also. If you enjoy beautiful country and scenery, fishing and swimming you will love Beavers Bend Park! :)

This was a perfect weekend getaway during the Covid-19 epidemic. My husband and I rented a cabin and spent a couple of days there with our dog hiking and relaxing.
We enjoyed the Tree Trail and just stopping off at different park locations to walk the shoreline or enjoy the scenery. Autumn is the perfect season with great temps and leaves starting to turn. Great weekend!

I was surprised by how little information was available online four people interested in wilderness camping, and not using RVs. I called a day ahead and spoke to a lady at the information center who gave me the names of a few sites and the rate per tent But said there was no need to reserve as it was plenty of spaces available. Cleaned out to be incorrect. This review was for those interested in camping in their tents away from RV sites. Paragraph but said there was no need to reserve as there was plenty of space is available. Cleaned out to be incorrect. This review is for those interested in camping in their tent away from RV sites. Parag

basically, there are two options: camp next to the river or on the lake. Elm and Dogwood what the two Riverside sites recommend it. We got there around 10 in the morning and went to the information center but we’re trying the way immediately because all the sites along the river were taken. We were asked to go back out to the main road keep driving north and look for sites around the lake. This actually turned out to be a better option as the next day, we surveyed the camping sites along the river and noted that they were very crowded, loud, not spacious enough, without dedicated tent sites or fire pits. The day before, we had camped on the edge of the lake and the coyote campsite and I highly recommend that because it is wide open, has bathrooms with running hot water and showers available, as fire pits, flattened site for pitching a tent and most importantly, not crowded. The lake water is also cleaner than the river and you can wash it and swim in it.

When you get there, pitch your tent and do whatever you want to do. And official in a truck we get a hold of you some point during the day and charge you $14 per tent. They will give you a receipt whicj you should hang onto just in case.

next thing is fired. Although you can scavenge for firewood. We found a broken large tree branch which we cut into small pieces end it lasted us for a good few hours but firewood is available at numerous sites on the way to the park and I think it’s better if you get some on the way in.

Plenty of trees to hang your hammocks. there are also benches and grills available for each individual tent site.

there are several Hikes within a few minutes drive. Alltrails Has all the details on their website and the app.

in summary, if you are looking to enjoy a quiet scenic tent camping adventure with your family, arrived early, pick a nice spot on the lake, and bring your firewood. It’s a gorgeous park and the colors were amazing in the first week of November.

Took the kids for a 3 day get-a-way before school started. I have always heard great things but no one ever told me how beautiful it is...wow! We will definitely be back!

I almost hate to write this review. It might get more people to come to this park, making it that much harder to get a good camping spot. Great facility with lots of activities for the entire family. I came out here to capture the fall color on camera. Camped out for 2 nights.
Special tip: If you are going to have that 3rd glass of wine in the evening, remember to put up the groceries. I had to head into town for breakfast my second morning there.

The staff and the facilities are excellent! Beautiful scenery, Trout fishing,camping,Forest Heritage Center Broken Bow lake and the Lower Mountain Fork River!

We loved the views within the park,it is small so getting photos without something in your shot can be difficult but well worth the effort. The campgrounds were well kept and clean.

Stayed in Bluejay. Pit toilets, no potable water or water spigots in Bluejay. Nice showers in Armadillo up the road. Have to bike, walk, or drive along the park road to Armadillo, no connecting trail from Bluejay. Dumpster was overflowing. Campsites were lovely. Views were lovely. Park is lovely. At night we could hear either the casino or one of the local establishments blaring music and karaoke deep into the night. Lots of frog, bird, and insect music afterward. Nice dark campground! No super bright campground lights to spoil the night sky. Equal measures good, great, so so, and meh.

Great weekend getaway. We loved the cabin we stayed at near the park called Forest's Edge. My son loved getting to see the wild deer and explore! We visited in Feb and the weather was perfect but the water was cold (good thing the cabin had a hot tub!) We will visit next time in the summer.

Stayed 3 nights in one of the Riverview cabins. 2 bedrooms, small fireplace, fire ring, kitchen, just steps from the river. All linens provided, but no cookware, silverware, dishes provided-bring your own. Old tv with no cable or satellite. Guess you could bring a DVD player to hook up.
Be aware that there is no Wi-Fi and I couldn't even get a LTE signal. My wife has an IPhone and she had no problem with signal. (I didn't miss not being connected!)

We stopped at the kids area in the park. They have a small track steam train that takes you through the park. The engineer has obviously been doing this a while he has the deer trained to come out of the forest when they hear the train coming. It's a great experience for kids and adults. Well worth the price of the ride

We've been here dozens of times. It's beautiful and there's plenty to do. Lots of great hiking trails. If you want lots of activities, they have it. If you want peace and quiet to get away from everything, they have that too.

We have gone to the Broken Bow area for over 30 years. You can not beat Beavers Bend State Park for its beauty and amenities- on site store, restaurant, fly shop, rentals, play grounds, Nature Center, Welcome Center and on and on. The river is amazingly beautiful with its cliff (where eagles nest) and fishing is excellent. We were catching 16-18” rainbow trout. The sites are large, and camp ground is clean (including the restrooms). They are currently updating one of the best camp areas - I can’t wait to return and see how nice it is. Your family will love Beavers Bend.

We took our corgi on Tree Trail. It was a pleasant hike that was relatively easy. There was a nice creek and the trail was easy to follow. We enjoyed walking around the camp ground as well.

We thoroughly enjoyed visiting this park. I kayaked for the first time! The water was cool and very clean. We hiked around the dam and spillway. Can't wait to come back!

This park disappeared in 2017 due to budget cuts. It was combined with Beaver Bend State Park. It does not exist any longer. You can't visit it. Beaver Bend is a nice park.

We had a nice, quiet spot on the Creek. Once I had set up our rig, I spent the next hour cleaning the camp site. I picked up trash, broken glass, cigarette butts. I had to clean the grill to even think about cooking on it. Between the grill and fire pit area, I shoveled and hauled off 5 buckets of ashes. The bathrooms were in excellent condition even name brand toilet paper. Beavers been as some excellent hiking trails however their trail maps are not accurate and that can be dangerous. The museum staff were friendly and informative. They need to work on preventative maintenance. We will be back.

Our family enjoyed renting Kayak's and also SUP(stand up paddle boards). Staff for Kayaking canoeing were very responsive and nice. Rates were affordable.

One of the best state parks we've visited, and our list is fairly long. So much on offer here, it's worth checking out, whether you came for the hiking, fishing, water sports, camping or just to soak in the forest. Convenient "text to pay for parking" available.

Finally decided to take Acorn 1 site right on the river after coming for years and years to Beavers Bend since the 1970's. My sister and I were hit with a horn that sounds when the dam lets out water and a warning is sounded to announce the river will rise. I've heard the horn for years and years but this one was so intense that 4 days later my ears are still hurting. It sounds off 5 times with the middle being very intense and it started at 5:30am one morning and 6am the next morning. We were making chili and for an entire morning it sounded off 6x5 times. I told the camp host and the office but they didn't take me seriously. So we had to leave early. I checked it out and it is fairly new with 4 sets of horns. The old one was just 1 horn. It looks like something used in a city to announce a tornado. It is too close to the ground and rotates back toward the camp ground. We were only given a rain check for 1 night so I have to advise to only pay for 1 night since you will probably have to abandon this most beautiful place. It is such a bummer because it has so much history for me. I would suggest that the horn go back to the original and then string more horns down the river so that all can hear because 1 horn set trying to reach the next county is not going to be a hit. The decimal level needs to be tested. I didn't see anyone fishing there which I'm a winter camper and I usually see someone. I will not be camping in the spillway area again until that is corrected. I did go to the other side of Acorn and still it was too much. Such a bummer. But we didn't need to feel like we were in a war zone which is the result of that new set of horns. I'm informing all the RV groups and other reviews to try and let everyone know if you want to try and brave it only pay for 1 night 1st to see if possible. I can't imagine what a dog will do when they hear it.

Went back to "Lake Ridge Retreat" cabin at Beavers Bend State Park. This is beautiful cabin with everything you will need! This cabin is located close to everything in Hochatown and only five minutes away from the Broken Bow Lake and Lower Mountain Fork River. This is the place to stay and very reasonable price. We will definitely be back.

So much to do here. This is a great park. Lots of RV sites. Tent camping. Day camping. Beach areas. We loved the stand up paddle Boards.

Love the peaceful nature views and restaurant by the river. Great fishing, camping, and hiking. Plenty of outdoor stuff for kids as well: canoes, kayaking, swimming, putt putt golf. Just a great place to get a way and relax

What a beautiful setting to go trout fishing in southeast Oklahoma. Mountain Fork River is stocked below the dam with rainbow trout and are plentiful for the taking during the cooler months. Great for casting or fly fishing with zones designated for barbless or artificial baits, etc and a few places accessible for kids. Camping, RV areas and lodging are scattered along the river and along Hwy 259. Park is unbelievably clean and modern. Easy access to Broken Bow Lake. Great place for a picnic or a week's vacation!

BYOTP and CALL before you go!! I just returned from a three night stay Apr 24-26,2020. They went from limited bathroom access on Friday to ZERO bathroom access Saturday morning due to Covid restrictions. Those poor day users! We met a family who traveled from Dallas, a four hour trip, and no bathroom for them. The rec area had the bathroom open but no water to flush the toilets. GROSS! It seemed that maintenance were furloughed but we did see personnel cleaning up litter by the lake. Aside from lack of toilet access, this deserves beyond a 5+ rating. I saw a family of deer only one time. There is a lot of creek to play in. There is a train and horse rides but not open due to restrictions. There is a fabulous area for canoeing and kayaking at the rec area. We stayed in our 13 ft trailer with a trusty portable loo :)

We love to go Fly Fishing at Beavers Bend Park so we needed a place to park our RV. Well we called ahead and got a reservation. A couple we know said they would be there and we should come and park with them. Well we did and boy were we glad we did. The proprietor was very nice and helpful. There wasn't a place next to our friends so he ask the couple that was just pulling in if they minded moving to another spot and he would be very happy if they could because another rv was coming in that knew the family that was already there. The moved with no problem and when we got there we just pulled in the place by our friends. The proprietor didn't say what he had done, but our friends told us and we went to pay him and thank him for being so nice and helpful. The place is quite after 10:00. They have full hook-ups for your trailer, RV, or Bus. The price is reasonable and we will be back. Hope you give it a try.

We travel full time 365 days per year and stay in State parks across the USA. There is always some trash to pick up ie. candy wrappers, cigarette butts, etc. We even clean Wal Mart parking lots if we over night there. I was very excited to spend a week a Beavers Bend as I had fond memories as a child camping there. Boy was I disappointed. I have never camped in a state park with this much trash. In just two days we easily picked up between 200-300 pounds of trash. We did not even make a dent in the trash. The south entrance road we filled trash bags every 20 to 30 feet. We finally gave up and decided to rent a canoe. Once again we spent most of our time cleaning trash from the river. Our canoe was 1/4 full by the time we were back to the marina. I would guess 98 percent of the trash in the park were beer cans and beer bottles. This is not new trash as labels were bleached and weathered. This was years of accumulation. So sad.
The campsites are first come. I disconnected the car from our rv as not to block traffic on the narrow one way streets through the campground. We found an available campsite. I parked the jeep and was going to walk about six minutes to get the RV. The camp host stopped me and said the site could not be reserved with the jeep even for one minute. He said everyone knew the rules and that sites could only be reserved with a camping vessel. We abandoned the site as requested. I had a tent in our RV so I retrieved it and sat on a rock at the top of a hill with a view of the campground. When someone left I ran as fast as I could and threw up the tent and paid for the site. I walked back to the RV and tore down the tent and backed in. This is hands down the dumbest rules I have ever encountered. As the week progressed I watched as people would sit on the hill waiting for someone to leave. They would set up children's tents only used to reserve a site. Then they would leave and may not return for four or five days. Then return with their family. The campsites would sit vacant with a children's tent reserving it while other family's are waiting for a place to camp.
If this place has good reviews, it is from the beer sucking bubbas that are trashing it. I will say this...the beer cans we picked up said nothing of the 3.2 that is sold in Oklahoma. That means the trash is being brought in from out of state. When we were there every license plate with the exception of two were Texas.

Amazing beauty. Rock bottom lakes a crystal clear and a joy to play in. This is a dog friendly state park that is a relaxing get away during off peak times. It is a favorite for many people in the area. Personally, I love the hiking one can do. Grab your pup and enjoy the nature!

Fern was pretty run down. Chicken bones, cigarette and cigar butts everywhere. The railroad ties that surround the camp where rotted and not safe. The bbq grill had a 3 foot mound of ashes around it. Fire ring rusted out. Trash everywhere. Bath house old torn shower curtain. Host was very nice here at Fern. The one at Carson was rude so we left. Roads are very narrow and lots of bad roads all over the area.

This lake is really beautiful, has parasailing,zip lining, nice restaurants around. Definitely have to bring the kids and wife next time I come.

We took our youngest daughter to ride the horses on Sunday! She had a blast and wants to go back every weekend now! It was fun, we rode a 2.5 mile trail and got to see three sets of deer while riding, it was awesome. The horses are very well trained and know the area very well. This is something everyone should do at least once.

Great park in a hilly setting of pine forests. Lots to do. Hiking, boating, fishing, stand up paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, horseback riding, train rides, jet ski and houseboat rentals. Dune buggy and ATV rentals- too many things to do to list here.

Coyote Drive campground is spectacular! The beautifully shaded campground is flanked with clear water and amazing scenery. All camping spots offer large tables, grills, fire pits, lantern hooks and tent pads. It is an easy walk up to the modern facilities (that includes showers). We were pretty disappointed w/ the condition of the bathroom. No paper towels, extremely dirty, overflowing trash cans and muddy floors. Better than a port-a-potty, hands down...but don't expect much. Luckily the rest of what that area offers makes up for it! It's only $14 per night, too! The park rangers drove through multiple times and so we always felt safe. We loved it and can't wait to go back!

This park is a great place. Miles of hiking trails in the beautiful pine forests. Very clean and well maintained. Ifyou want to hear birds singing and the wind whistling in the trees, this is a great place to find that.

great place to visit. Multiple trails, and a great exhibit area on early logging in the US. Gift shop is near by that had more gifts than places outside the park. Looking forward to going back.

This is such a beautiful park. Plenty of hiking trails, can rent paddle boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddle boards. Be prepared for the water being cold, but feels good on a hot day. We wanted to camp here, but it was full. Camp sites looked nice and had plenty of shade. Definitely coming back.

Beautiful park, lots to do, clean, nice cabins, great canoeing, hiking, and train ride. Will be back!

Worth the drive but check your cell service. Att and the local Pine seem to be the only cells that work there. But that's okay put down your phone and pick up a fishing pole...

Only 3 hours from the house so I go as much as possible! Beautiful lower Mt Fork River is beautiful! Clear and cold,full of trout and other fish, banks lined with giant cypress.Love to kayak here! It does a soul good to spend time here!

Great get a way....Beautiful lake and streams.....lots of free and fun things to do and see. Lots of great photo ops. Hard to believe that this place is only 3 hours from the city.

The storms that decimated the park two years ago still shows the scars. The loop road damaged from flood waters has yet to be repaired. There are no signs saying the road is closed either. Potholes line the roads and improvements are nowhere to be found which leads me to believe that the good ole boys are lining their pockets. Nothing to see here unless you're a pothole archeologist. If you collect rocks this is your place.

Broken Bow Vacation Cabins are amazing!!!
The gift shop has really nice things to purchase although I was surprised at how expensive everything was. When you go to visit the gift shop make sure you have all the funds you need! The women at the counter was very rude during my visit. Maybe she just had a bad day, but I’ll never shop there again. I spend $51.04 on 4 items. A broken bow t-shirt , a pair of matching set of earrings and a bracelet, and a cloth bracelet.

We spent a weekend here camping and we loved it. It was quiet and so peaceful. We can't wait to go again.

first of all it's free and amazing that everything there was very inexpensive. The train ride is a must. It was tons of fun and saw lots of deer. Conductor/tour guide was really good. The sights along the lake are fantastic. We cant wait to go back!

Went for a few hours and wish I had more time to do things. They offer a lot of activities including hiking, paddle boats, mini golf, camping, kayaking, nature center, and quite a few other activities.

My husband and I were looking for a not too difficult trail to hike. We stopped in an information office and picked up some brochures/maps and talked to a guy about locating one of the trails on the map. He told us which way to go and that the trail would have a sign right off the road. We never found that trail but found another not listed on the map. It was a little more difficult than we wanted but it was a good challenge. We didn’t go to the end because we were unsure of the distance and increasing difficulty so we turned back around. It was Lookout Mountain Trail. Next visit we will seek out a park ranger to get more information about the various trails to hike.

Beavers Bend has a beautiful clear lake idea for fishing, boating, swimming, hiking you name it. The areas are very clean and wooded for plenty of shade when needed. Doesn't cost anything to visit or go out on the lake.

We had a great time! Sunsets and grazing deer. Some of the best pizza ever and tourist style shopping. Great for couples or families.

My wife and I were going to be close enough to the park we wanted to check out the fly fishing. As you know water is high every where, however, Beavers Bend has an area you can fish even when they are releasing massive amounts of water. Beautiful place. If we had caught a few more fish, I am sure my wife would be planning our next trip there.

I have gone every fall for three years, and plan to continue. Highly recommend the 2-bedroon cabins on the river, but the lodge on the lake is great, too. And I would stay in a parkview CCC cabin again, too. Something about Beavers Bend is very calming. Great hiking - easy and moderate.

We stayed in a cabin about midway between the park and the lake. Was fun! The first night we arrived, we drove around the park and stopped to swim in a little river swimming area. The river is COLD! (especially compared to the very warm lake!) Remember, you have to pay to park - and I had NO internet service once we entered the park. You can during the day go to the Administrative office or pay online - I did that once we left the park. We came another day and hiked a little trail, and went to the Spillway, that was pretty to hike a ways too.

Beaver's Bend is beautiful, adventure-full, and timeless. We have been coming here to visit for the past 15 years and it never gets old, no matter your age. The trails and creeks and forest are fun to explore. It is beautiful year-round. We have stayed in the park in the past, but this time we just drove in and spent a few hours each day.

The park center is a great resource for hiking trails, etc... and also has a fantastic museum related to the local area. The staff was fantastic in helping us determine the best trail for our group, ages 2 to 60, and we all had a great time.

Beautiful Park. Lots of recreation areas. Paddle boats. Marina. Fishing areas. Swim areas. Scenic overlooks. Foggy Bottoms Restaurant right on the river is a great place to eat. We enjoyed eating on the back deck. The view was great.

I am never going to camp at Beaver's Bend/ Hochatown State Park again. I've never been treated so piss poorly at a state park in my life. I showed up and went to pay for my campsite for two nights. They charged me $40 a night for tent camping. I asked why and was fed a line about high cost of living and that they are not a state park but a resort park. Of coarse they told me that the price was $80 bucks total after they ran my card. I told them I wasn't going to be putting up a tent, because I was going to be gone most of the day saturday,and wouldn't be back until after dark, so I didn't want anyone getting into my stuff. They said it was fine. I wasn't happy about it, but since I paid that much for the site (which wasn't a good one, but all the other sites were "full"), I was determined to use it.
So I went to the swamps south of Idabel and came back about dusk. I set up my bedding and was there for about an hour, largely quietly keeping to myself. Then a ranger pulls up and informed me that they had complaints about me from the other campers. Despite the sites all being full, you had about three groups of people who rented all the surrounding campsites to their own, and didn't like the fact that I had got one of the ones that they didn't rent. The ranger demanded to see my reciept, which I showed him. He asked where my tent was and I told him that I wasn't going to set one up as I was going to be gone all day saturday photographing wildlife in the swamps to the south and do the Talimena drive. I also told him that I had told the clerk at the lodge this when I paid for the site. The ranger looked at my receipt and then told me I had to leave the park because I didn't have a tent. Even though I had a reciept and had clearly paid for the overpriced site for two days, I got kicked out for the dumb reason of not setting up a tent.
So then I go to the lodge to get my money back and make a formal complaint. I told them to give me my cash back and I would just go get a room in town. It wouldn't cost much more anyway. And that is when I was promptly told no refunds. So they charged me $80 for a tent site with no power, then refused to let me use it, and kept my money.
Beaver's Bend Park can go screw itself. I will never spend money at that park again.

Beautiful Park with lots of variety and activities. Many hiking trails, fresh clean water and a variety of camping options based on your needs and/or desires. Unfortunately, primitive restrooms are almost unbearable so consider a portable camp potty.

Easy to get to, parking easy for the boat and trailer, the ramp is a little step but very wide. Staff at the stores were helpful. The Lake is gorgeous, very large, great inlets to fish and swim and it was not crowded during mid-September.

This park is beautiful and hilly. It was very hot in July so we didn't hike, but we swam and the water feels amazingly cool on a hot day. Plenty of nice places to swim and there are picnic tables there, too. Shallow enough for kids around shorelines.

We had site 18 next to the river and it was amazing. Clean facilities, level pad, the trees there make you think you’re in Colorado. Only complaint is the flood siren that went off multiple times - it was LOUD lol.

Visited Easter weekend 2017, nice drive from North Texas. Around the state park nice hills and valleys, quiet river with dammed lake nearby, heavily wooded area with grocery stores, fast food and plenty of cafes just outside the gates of the park and close by in Broken bow.

Swimming and fishing area's, canoe and kayak rentals, horse rides, train rides, tourist shop and cafe in the park. Picnic areas and group camping area's. We stayed in Hickory primitive camp area, maybe 20 camp sites with concrete tables, metal grills and nice views of river and lots of fishermen cutting thru your camp. The camp host will greet you as soon as your tent is up.

They charge $14 per tent, TIP- The camp grounds for RV's are nestled by the river in a quiet shaded area higher ground overlooking river and less populated. They charge $27 per night for campsites, they are very close to the best toilets with clean showers in the park. They have water and electric at the sites, if you have more than 2 tents it's cheaper for you to stay there.

I've camped all over the US, in 30 or more states. Usually in primitive camping area's.
This State park is in a superior location, majestic forrest and clear clean water in the river. Beside noisy late arriving throgs of visitors (6 cars - 22 visitors at one camp site) with generators and power lights..screamed and danced to loud tejana music until 2 am the first night, but once the rangers were notified shut them down the next night. It was an ok experience, and I look forward to visiting this park again. Although there are 8 other private campgrounds on the lake area in which to tent camp and might be worth researching. I wanted to share my one main complaint.

The condition of the outhouse toilets were the worse I've seen in this country and worse than many other counties I've visited. I do not think anyone has taken a hose or a bottle of Clorox inside in many years. The filth that clung to the floor and walls not to mention the usual outhouse aspects of heat and lack of fresh air. These need to be destroyed, and porta toilets or surely a modern outdoor designed facility erected.

There must be someone clever in OK to solve this basic need. We ended up driving to the RV area where they had functioning toilets, clean showers with hot water and very clean rest area's.

Why primitive campers are punished at this State park is not clear, the host rides around in a modern cart, rangers drive new trucks, everything seems to be well funded @ $14 per tent a few tents add up to the cost of a motel where you could surely get a good nights sleep without the rudeness of serial camp partiers. Renting a cabin at one of the many private rental area's and driving in to swim, canoe would be the best protection from the unruly and prehistoric conditions and elements so abundant at Beaver Bend.

I love coming to this state park. I love the drive in-the road is very windy and curvy. I Love trees, so I can't get enough of this park in the fall. I usually see Whitetail deer when I go. And, one time when I hiked behind the Forest Heritage center (a short, but worthwhile trek) 2 of them came thundering down the hill near me. You have good views of the low mountain, high hills in the area in this park.

Stayed in a lodge opposite Beavers Bend. Really enjoyed my drive around the loop and got some beautiful photos. Would recommend having smaller maps and post cards at the visitor's center.

This one star review is based entirely on the CABINS in the state park. We have stayed in two of the cabins and attempted to stay in a third one. Due to unsanitary and unhealthy conditions, it was not possible to stay this time. I booked the cabin on the same day of arriving and asked for Cabin #17 (we had stayed in it before & it was at least livable.) I was told she would put in that request. We arrived late with the office closed & had instructions how to pick up our key outside the office. When I got the key - it was for Cabin #8. OKAY. We found the cabin in the dark with no problem. The screen door on the screened porch was hanging crooked and scraped the rocks when opening it. Upon opening the cabin itself, we were overcome with the stench of moldy mildew. NOT GOOD. My husband is seeing a pulmonologist for his lungs and I also have asthma. We immediately turned on the AC & opened all the windows. We thought that might help. IT DID NOT. All of the windows were filled with spider webs and broken screens...even a wasp nest was present. NONE of the blinds looked like they had been dusted since they were hung. We proceeded to bring our things into the cabin and sit down for a quick bite as it was getting late. While sitting down to eat, I noticed dirt and both live and dead insects on the kitchen floor - right in front of the sink. I used a wet paper towel to wipe it & also took a pic of it. The bathroom smelled of urine. The intake vent on the AC & heat was moldy and disgusting...as were the vents in the ceiling. We agreed there was no way we would be able to sleep in the moldy smell of the cabin. I called a hotel in Broken Bow & made a reservation & we packed and left the cabin. After the night in Broken Bow, we went back to the park & just happened to enter the office of the state park when the manager did. I spoke to him (politely) at length about the condition of the cabin & told him I had photos. I also told him that we had stayed in cabins twice before with the same problems.( I reported those issues in the past to the head of housekeeping.) He wanted to see my photos - He was very nice to listen right up to the point where he asked if that was the case, then why did we keep coming back? I WAS DUMFOUNDED at that remark. I said "what?" I told him because we like the park! He replied that they do have people who come and then complain who want a refund. That remark insulted me. I told him that I had NEVER asked for a refund, but that I am ASKING FOR ONE NOW. He was pleasant enough the whole time and told them office receptionist to refund our money. It took her quite a while to get through all the computer "paperwork" but she finally gave me a zeroed out receipt. SPEAKING OF MONEY.... when I called to make the reservation, I was told the cost for a two bedroom cabin was $155.00. WHAT?? I asked if that was the senior rate...oh, it wasn't - the total senior rate plus $15. per day for our little blind shih-tzu + tax came to 134.66. Seriously unreal - I have photos and will add them. We do like the park with its trails and surrounding nature & would love to stay IN the park - but we will NEVER again attempt to stay in a cabin. We'll have to find a place outside the park that is actually clean.

Love this jewell of a State Park! A great get-away for year round natural beauty, seeing the stars at night, fly-fishing, hiking, exploring Forestry service dirt roads, watching Bald Eagles and just breathing in the fresh air. Great location for an internal battery recharge. We always call far ahead of time so we can reserve one of the river front cabins that is actually in the State Park - there are lots of "luxury" cabins outside the park - but we like the more rustin feel in the Park. Especially pretty in the fall with lots of color! Only 3 hours drive from Dallas.

We have been coming to this state park for over 25 years and truly love the park, the camping and the nature we see while here so it really is extremely disappointing to see how this park has deteriorated due to lack of maintenance and supervisory vision.

The "cleaning" crew should absolutely be not only fired but should be held accountable because obviously their work hasn't been inspected for years due to lack of concern. The bathrooms in Acorn circle literally haven't been thourghouly cleaned in 20 years!! Mold, dirt, leaves, dirt dauber nests, rotting wood, dead insects are just a distraction to the clogged drains, broken tile and generally disgusting filth on every inch.

The "new" restroom installed a few years ago in Buckeye circle is in better condition structurally, but the same level of disgusting filth is still present presumably maintained by the same lack of cleaning concern. The showers have dirt, leaves, gobs of hair and trash that have been there for weeks.

Buckeye circle USED to be a beautiful, natural, tree covered, wonderful area to camp and after 3 years of being shut down due to low-bid contractors and poor supervision, it is being demolished by renovations. 75% of the trees have been destroyed leaving an area no longer shaded and filled with trees. It will take 20 years for these "improvements" to allow the natural beauty and trees to regrow because of this mess.

I went to the office for a service request for the poor drainage, broken shower heads and general poor condition of Acorn circle's restroom and was met with total disconcern and an apathy I haven't seen since talking to a teenager about their future. 3 days later, still no repairs or maintenance performed.

It breaks your heart to see the declining condition and poor supervision that this park has degraded to over the years. Obviously, the park superintendent has neglected their job and duties to allow this park to become this neglected. Maybe, the supervisory administration should also be replaced for their lack of concern and lack of performing their duties.

Some of the improvements have been good. Repaving some the roads are a welcome repair over the potholes and swells in the asphalt that have been there for 25 years and some walkways are nice. The new restaurant is a decent addition but their gaudy signs all over are a distraction and money is now the primary focus for the park. The park is using some new found funds for obvious repairs but has totally neglected repairs to the facility that campers come there to enjoy! Poor allocation of funds and lack of monies on renovations where it's REALLY needed!!

This is a nice place to escape to if you live in the DFW area. It's roughly 3 hours away and getting there is fairly easy. The lake is great with plenty of water activities for everyone in the family. Also floating the Mountain Fork River is great in a canoe or kayak. There are a few hiking trails that are nice and not that challenging. As far as camping, there are plenty of campsites. I would recommend any of the camp circles along Steven's Gap which is further North. Hochatown has plenty of shops and restaurants that will help ease the stress of camping. During peak times and holiday's it can get a little crowded but its not overwhelming. Overall this is a great value destination worth checking out.

Truly enjoyed hiking here. All the young adults enjoyed it, and the only tech pulled out was cameras to remember the moments traversing the trails.

We have been coming here for many years. In those years we have seen this park, this area become more and more commercialized. Which is great for the local economy but dang.. the park itself is fun and doesn’t really cost much to do paddle boats, swimming, canoes, even the concessions are reasonably priced. Adam and Eves where you rent, staff is great and friendly. The visitor center/ museum the staff isn’t very friendly. Seems very disinterested in their park, their job etc... the river itself use to be great for catching trout just normal joes able to come up and fish for trout. There has been many floods. Seems like after every flood there is more and more Red Zones than Blue. Which means more people because area is becoming more popular and less and less area to fish! Unless you want to fly fish and use a guide. You need to use a guide because they bring out their customers spread out and own the river around them. Not sure why they keep doing this. For this reason we will be finding a new area to go trout fishing.

We travelled to Beavers Bend State Park in October. We had a campsite right on the river. It was so beautiful and peaceful. We took several early morning kayak trips. We saw lots of birds as well as two bucks crossing the river and a river otter eating a trout. We saw deer in the park every evening. Highly recommended even if just going for the day.

Lots of great things to do if you like the outdoors. Wildlife to see. Fishing. Scenery is fantastic. Great hiking. Camping. Picnicking. Swimming. I love it here.

We didn't camp at the park but spent an afternoon there enjoying the offerings. We were delighted by the train ride (although I am sure kids over 10 might not be.) We thoroughly enjoyed the deer sightings!! There is ice cream, pony rides, horseback rides and a huge playground. And a very nice swimming beach not too far away.

We visit every year for the fall foliage in the area. This year the best views were in the park, not on the byway. This is simply the most beautiful state park I have ever seen, from the view of the bluff near the Forest Heritage Center, to the swim area, to the area near the fly shop, to the dam overlook. Stunning. Not to mention we have seen bald eagles numerous times.

OMG, I could just stay in Beaver's Bend permanently!!! It's so Beautiful, and clean, and there's plenty to do, depending on when you go!! My favorite is renting a cabin, having a nice campfire....NO matter if it's Spring, Summer, Fall, or Winter. Nothing like sitting around the campfire, drinking coffee, & enjoying family time. It's Also Great for the romantic get a ways!!! I haven't been in a bit, due to health issues, but looks like we'll be up there in August for my Big 50!!!

Drove through the park getting out in several places to walk on trails. Just so beautiful all around. Its a must see if going to Broken Bow.

This state park is an excellent escape to do some hiking, fishing and just enjoying the outdoors. There are hikes for every level, through the woods and by the water. Signage and trail markers could use some improvement. There are lots of cabins close by to rent for an extended stay.

My favorite activity in the park we did was Zipline at Rugaru Adventure!! The crew is amazing! It was my first time and I'm scared of heights, but they made me feel comfortable and made my experience fun and exciting! It's a must do activity! Reather you love nature and taking in the scenery. Or just want to exciting to do this is your place!

I've been hearing about this park for years - spoken about almost in reverent tones- so was excited to finally be going. We traveled in an RV and had a reservation (site 11) in Buckeye. Well the park is huge and we weren't sure where to check in. Stopped in the restaurant/store to ask only for the young lady to tell us duh no clue! We proceeded to our site - it had a sign stating it was reserved w/our name. The camp host came the next morning to welcome us and answer any questions. Very delightful gentleman! The RV sites that are first come in Acorn are awesome sites w/50 amps but impossible to get if you're coming some distance! Shame half aren't reservable so those of us that live far away could camp here also! There is a lot to do here and surrounding area. If you want to zip line be sure to make reservations. Also be warned, they sound the tornado sirens several times a day letting you know they're letting water out through the damn. The guys "working" the peddleboats weren't very helpful-roughhousing in the water. All in all - park seems a bit tired- cabins look like they need a little TLC, lots of trash everywhere, have to pay to use showers, but saw more stars than I've seen in years, lots of deer and lightening bugs galaore! We would definitely return but have also been to prettier parks.

We always walk the trail near the museum- and there is generally something going on there year-round. Canoe, pedal-boats- the train and now they have off-road Segway tours!

What fun place has great restaurants like the Blue Rooster, fun gift shops along with the beauty of Beavers Ben state park.

A few friends suggested this place for a fun camping weekend. It's about 4 hours from OKC so we made the trip. We got a late start and didn't get there until about 6:30PM Friday. I was nervous because I'd called a couple of times and had been told it's first come, first serve. So if you just drove 4 hours and nothing is available, you just wasted 4 hours in the car. I really wish there was a way to prepay over the phone to hold a spot, to prevent out of town people from being stranded after a long drive to a place they're unfamiliar with. Fortunately, after over half an hour of frustrated searching, we were able to find an open spot at the Grapevine tent campsite.

The tent sites are "primitive," so there's no electricity or water. They are $12 nightly. The RV sites have this, and the Elm site was just a minute down the road where we could wash our dishes, shower, etc. Those are $25 nightly, I believe. All sites are fairly spacious and have a picnic table, a grill, and most have some sort of rocky pit for a campfire. It was great having a grill and a table so we didn't have to bother buying another form of a cooktop or hauling a card table & extra chairs. There are some spots right along the river but there really isn't much of an access point from what I could see. The river was bordered by several trees, tall grasses, etc. near the campsites, so don't expect to be able to access the river right outside your tent.

Something I hated (the ONLY thing I hated!) was how badly maintained the bathrooms were. (These are the ones at Elm.) I understand that it's a campground and a hundred people might be sharing each one all at once, but they were just scary. One of the stall doors was not aligned properly, so you couldn't latch it shut unless you were fairly strong and able to lift up the door and force the latch to go across. But then it's even harder to unlatch so you can open the door. There wasn't even a hook on the door to hang my bag, so as not to set it directly on the disgusting floor. The sinks were fine but the countertops were covered in dead bugs. I understand a few, but not as many as there were. The showers were also gross, like the stalls, and the curtains had no hooks or anything to secure them while in use. As a result, someone opened mine while I was showering. Of course nobody likes to be exposed during such a vulnerable moment. A simple hook attachment to the wall could easily prevent this. To top it off, the water was ice cold and NEVER got warm, although the sink water did. Tons of hair all over the walls, grime buildup, etc. It looked like nobody had cleaned it in several weeks. I think I can speak for most people when I say it would be worth it to pay an extra couple of dollars or so per night to go towards the paying of someone to clean these bathrooms once a day or at least every other day. That's the one place that I'm picky about being sanitary. I didn't even attempt using the outhouse at our camp site, assuming it'd be in even worse shape.

There was a children's playground right by the Elm RV site, which was close to us. Very convenient when you have a high-energy 2 year old and are needing to kill some time without wearing yourself out. Also right there is the train station- the train rides are $8 I believe, but kids under 3 are free. It's about a 20 minute ride and the conductor is very friendly and informative.

The station also has a concession stand and they sell bags of ice so you can refill your cooler. But the bags are standard size and are a whopping $3.50 a piece- OUCH! We got some nachos and a soft salted pretzel and enjoyed them while waiting for the next horse ride time slot to roll around. You buy your tickets at the station and they're $35 per person- if you've got a little one riding with you, they are $15. There is a 250 pound weight limit per horse. Our two year old loved the horse ride and the guides were friendly and funny. The horses were well trained and seemed very healthy and well taken care of. The ride was about 30-40 minutes long and we saw a few deer while riding the trail.

On the main road, again not far, you come to an overpass to fish on the river. There's a little shop nearby for fishing stuff. You can also rent floats and canoes. At another spot you can rent paddle boards and pedal boats. We opted for the pedal boat, having a 2 year old, and had fun. They're very easy to catch onto and there's plenty of room to have a child on your lap in the front two seats. Just know that it's a leg workout, so if you have weak legs, sit on the back seats and have someone else do the pedaling lol. The river is wide with plenty of room for tons of people to enjoy the floating activities and there is a lot of beautiful scenery to see. It was $6 I think to rent the pedal boat.

Just on the other side of this is a swim beach, which is again nice and spacious. Large parking lot, large grassy hill with plenty of trees and picnic tables. In the water is a little island and roped off area to mark off the places for swimming only. There's plenty of shallow spots but be aware that there is a big drop at one point too.

There is a restaurant and a convenience store near the entrance, close to the main lodging office. There are tons of cabins for rent as well but they can get pricey. I think it would be great to have a cabin or something for children where they can do crafts and calm games/activities as it gets closer to nap time or if it's just super hot out and mom & dad need a little break lol. Maybe there is one and I just don't know about it.

If you drive more north, you'll go across the dam which is pretty cool. The lake is large and beautiful and has additional campsites, but these are about a 10 minute drive from the main camp area where all the other activities are. They are more secluded but have easier access to the lake and hiking trails and are closer to the marina where you can rent boats or whatever.

Overall this is a great area for large or small groups, even with young children. There is plenty to do and enjoy, and all the staff I encountered were very warm and friendly. I'll be back!

We had the opportunity to visit the park this summer. Lake was beautiful and love the hiking trails.

Our family has gone camping all over OK and this was definitely the grossest camp site we have been too. The actual site was covered in trash and we had to clean before we could even set up camp. Over our stay I found pieces of beer bottles and broken plastic all over. We found used diapers in the camp fire and around the site. I had hoped for better.

Beavers Bend State Park is one of our favorite places to visit. We've stayed at the Lakeview Lodge twice and in cabins twice now. With this 4-day visit in very hot July, we decided we'll only stay at the Lodge or a riverfront cabin which are very hard to come by. We had a cabin with no view other than trees and deer, and since it was so hot, we really didn't get outside unless we drove on our motorcycles or in the truck. We aren't into fishing - ever - or outdoorsy stuff when it's that hot. We have stayed in a riverfront cabin in the Fall and that was absolutely delightful. The cabins themselves are comfortable. The only updating they've done in years is tile floors and a tiled shower. Everything else is stuck in the 70s. But the AC was cold, the bed was okay, the couch and chair in the living room were comfortable. We used the coffee maker and fridge, and the kitchen was adequate. If we had wanted to cook, pots and pans, dishes, and silverware were sufficient, but there were no cooking utensils available. Light housekeeping is offered - meaning we put our towels in a plastic tub outside and they were replaced. There's a gift shop in the building where you check in and a restaurant that's nicely shaded and a good breakfast.
We will come back, but when it's cooler and we will stay in the Lodge or a riverfront cabin to be by the water.

Very nice, well-maintained park. We visited in January during the week, so many seasonal and weekend attractions and amenities were closed, but we knew this booking our reservations. Our goal was to hike as much as possible. Mission accomplished! Numerous nice and scenic trails. We used the All Trails phone app to navigate, as we sometimes got off-trail. We still had great cell service, so we weren't as "off grid" as we thought. The park is free but parking is not. Paying for parking is easy, scanning a QR code on a road sign, but we did not get any confirmation of payment to prove we paid. It wasn't an issue but it would be nice to know before we left on a two hour hike that our car would be there when we returned. We're looking forward to going back but understand the area can be quite crowded during normal season. If you can deal with the cold and weather, the off-season provided a very quiet, serene hiking experience.

Great place to hike or just drive through. The Mt. Fork River is beautiful. Nearby Broken Bow Lake is the prettiest in Oklahoma. Fish, hike, relax, have a bite to eat. It's a fun and relaxing spot.

Great views, nice trails as well. Perfect weather. Several different areas to get out and walk around or picnic.

My family and I rented a cabin in Carsons Creek. It was easily accessible to any restaurant and lake entrance. It took 5 mins to Carsons Creek and another 10-15 mins to Stevens Gap. Since the restrictions due to COVID-19 many restaurants close early. Many do offer take out but not much dine in.
You will not be bored. Many things to do...axe throwing, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, jet skiing... or just taking in the beautiful views and wildlife.

So we stopped at the visitor's center, and we were very surprised. We eneded up walking on the trail and had a great time. Very nice place, we highly recommend it.

A beautiful place to explore with the family. The lake is SUPER cold, we didn't know before going, but you can do a lot there. Such as paddle boarding etc.

We just spent 3 days/ 2 nights at Beaver's Bend State Park in one of the state park cabins. The park is beautiful as is Broken Bow lake. We were very disappointed in the cabin however. We paid $110 a night for the cabin. The cabin was very old and run down. The sink, toilet, and shower were clean. There were dishes, a frying pan, a pot, and a cookie sheet in the kitchen to cook with. The sheets and towels were stained and looked dirty. You leave dirty linens in a tub on the porch to be replaced each day and the 'clean' towels looked dirty as well. Thankfully, we had taken our own sheets but didn't bring any towels. The mattress was extremely uncomfortable as you could feel the springs through the mattress. The sofa bed was so uncomfortable that our daughter just slept on the couch cushions. There is no cell service, wifi, or tv in the cabins. This was our first trip to Beavers Bend. We were looking to decide if we would take our camper. Campsites were very close together and could not be reserved. You have to pay to use the park restrooms and showers. Overall, we were disappointed in our trip. If we visit again, we will stay outside of the park.

Beautiful!!! The river, the hills, the hiking trails, all were beautiful. Great fishing, friendly people, good river access...definitely worth planning a trip here...

Visitors should be aware that this RV site is located under a 50 foot high hydro-electric dam and the river running alongside the camp site serves as the spillway for the dam.

Unfortunately, while we were there a siren and horn sounded about 5 times in the evening as they warned people downstream that they would be opening the spillway. When they did this the water level rose several feet and the flow of water was quite fast. We had site 7 right beside the river.

All this is probably fine if the camper is aware of what is going on. But we were not told that this might happen. Staff should have been informed that the lake level was a few inches higher than normal and the alarm might go off, and should have passed this on (with current information) to campers when they register. We thought it may have been a warning about tornados, or imminent floods or fires or other emergency.

We had a night of broken sleep on the night of May 4th 2025. We had 2 nights booked, but in the morning we decided to cancel the second night and move on. I complained to the staff and asked for a refund for the second night, but they refused. Staff told me that it was on the web site, but we had not found any useful information there and spent an hour or two searching online. Eventually we found this useful site that explains the situation. This link should be made widely available. It is a little difficult to interpret but the graphics are good. However, I cannot post a link here. Perhaps if you Google swt-wc.usace.army.mil you might find it. Put Broken Bow in the search box.

Our search revealed that in 2015 there was very serious flooding here resulting in the RV camp being shut down for some time. This raises the question "What plans are in place for notifying camper of imminent flooding or an emergency where the spill gates failed."

Having said all this, it is a very nice RV park and several campers told me they had been going there for years and they didn't worry about the siren going off. It would have been helpful if a ranger came around to re-assure us when this was going on.

The only other problem we had was in operating the freeze-proof faucet. It has two openings. To close one of them off you have to pull down a sleeve-ring while turning the water on. Apparently there had been written instructions on each faucet, but they had gone missing.

The views and campsites are some of the best! Just a gorgeous park with so many things to do with your family. We enjoyed driving through finding different views, playing on "the saddle" and taking the duck tour of the lake.

Recently spent a few days in Hochatown, hitting the hiking trails in the Beavers Bend State Park each morning. Stopped by the Nature Centre off Old Park Road for a brief visit and found this an interesting place to learn about local wildlife, fish, birds and a bit of geology. There are a few aquariums with local snakes and turtles as well.

Opening hours are 9am to 4pm (Mon to Sat) and 10am to 2pm (Sun) during my Summer 2025 visited. There was a ranger on site to answer questions. Not a bad place to visit if you are interested in nature or seeking child-friendly places to include on your visits to the state park.

Beavers Bend is a beautiful place! We stayed in our RV for 4 nights. It was peaceful and quiet. The camp host was very friendly and helpful. There are lots of hiking trails. All were great! The nature center was nice. They also have a very nice laundry facility. We drove around most of the state park and there really wouldn't be a bad place to camp!

The restaurant was surprisingly delicious, we had dinner and breakfast there. Wait staff were very friendly and kept the tea and coffee filled. Meals were quick to be served, hot and delicious. I had trout for dinner, it was very good.
The cabin we had could use some updating as in, yes, there was a television but it served the same purpose as being artwork on the wall. It was one of the heavy old box type of televisions, there was no remote and in further looking around it was not even 'attached' to receive a signal.
Our cabin did not have a covered porch which would have allowed the deck chairs to be used while it rained, but not having dry chairs to sit on we could only enjoy the river view from being inside the cabin!!!

Oh and the bed- while comfortable we rolled to the middle all night!!!

Beavers Bend State Park is one of our favorite places to stay. We've visited in all seasons but Winter, but we hope to do that soon. Fall is just gorgeous, with the changing leaves. Summer is fun, but from experience we've decided we'll stay only in a riverside cabin or Lakeview Lodge since it's too hot for just sitting outside. This was our first visit in Spring which was just beautiful with everything leafing out, and all the animals scurrying about. The temperature was colder this year than a typical April, but we just bundled up and sat out on the porch anyway.
This vacation was purposefully unplugged to get away from the excessive demands of work - no internet, no cell phone (Verizon anyway, although others had it). Absolutely divine! When necessary, we were able to get wifi "in the back corner by the lady" in the park office, or when we left the State Park for Hochatown.
Book your cabin early if you want riverside since they are taken fast. We stayed an entire week - Monday through Sunday - and previously had only been there during the week. Having experienced the weekend and rude weekend warriors who descend with no regard to anyone else around them, we're going to stay on weekdays only as much as possible.
The riverside cabins had all been remodeled recently and - while not luxurious - are very comfortable. And you just can't beat the view - so peaceful and ever changing, especially when the water rises with the release from the dam for the hydroelectric plant.
We thoroughly enjoyed our break from reality and can't wait to come back!

This was our first time to visit Beavers Bend & it is absolutely gorgeous!! There are several different entrances to different areas of the park. Beautiful sight seeing! There is no fee.

We arrived on a Saturday and got one of the last 3 RV sites available. So, it was a bit crowded but Sunday morning a lot of people left and we practically had the the whole area around our campsite to ourselves! We have 3 kids, ages 2, 4, & 5 years old. They were never bored and really had a wonderful time! We went on a canoe ride on broken bow lake (the rental was only $8), fished off the pier and the bank, played at all 3 playgrounds, and went on a hiking trail. The hiking trails were a bit disappointing. There were fallen trees over the paths and weren't maintained or labeled well. After hiking 2 miles with the kids on a trail that was only suppose to be a 1 mile hike round trip, we had to turn around and go back. It was still fun but we ended up on a more strenuous hike and had to carry 2 of the 3 kids back. This is the reason I gave this 4 stars instead of 5.

They have 2 sets of washers and dryers. They worked wonderfully! They do take quarters ($1.50 ea) but there is a change machine outiside of the facility. They had a machine where you can buy laundry detergent too but I had my own.

There is a country store and a restaurant in the area. We didn't eat at the restaurant but they stayed pretty busy so it must have been good. We did visit the store. It wasn't big but had bread, cokes, beer, condiments, hot dogs, ice, ice cream, etc.

They sell firewood at the main office but were sold out while we were there. We drove to the main road and bought a couple of bundles from EZ Mart for $5 each.

Overall, we had a wonderful time! It is great place for kids and adults!

We spent three days trying to catch some trout. We left with one, lol. The park is beautiful and we can't wait to come back.

Great area with lots of cabins for rent, a lake finger right there, tennis courts, bathrooms, trailer spaces. Just really nice. If we were into camping would definitely have pitched a tent here.

We reserved a campsite. The area flooded 4 inches on Thursday night. Our reservation was not until Friday. But the state park could not even provide an update or notification for more than 24 hours. So we drove 3 hours to find out the campsite flooded. We got the email from the state park at 2:13 pm on Friday after we arrived

My kids loved the train ride, pony ride, paddle boat, swimming, nature center and history center-where you check in, playground areas, and walking around where my in laws had their RV- near Cedar/acorn area but the cabin we stayed in was horrible! For the price $165 or so a night I will definitely find an Airbnb much nicer next time. I read reviews so I knew I needed pots and pans. I also brought my own linens just in case and did end up using them just because I felt the place was unclean. These cabins definitely need updating. Cobwebs everywhere, animal droppings all over the porch, paper thin walls (we were in a duplex cabin). I have no plans of ever staying in one of these cabins again. No tv which was nice actually and the sofa bed had a mattress that was maybe 2 inches thick so not really a cabin comfortably for 6 (there were only 2 adults + 3 kids but my 2 older kids wanted to try sleeping on the sofa bed since they sleep on a queen bed at home and the room in cabin had two twin beds).
Also to note I had a hard time finding out how to get cabin key but at the main office they have a lockbox in case you arrive later. My husband called the office in the morning the day we would arrive and the lady at the office was very helpful. I had tried emailing before but the email was kicked back to me even though I used the email address provided on website.

Absolutely beautiful park! Lots of hiking trail, places to fish, several camping options from cabins to tents.

Been coming here since I was 6-7 years old. The upgrades to the park are very nice but has not changed the character of the park at all. Staff is excellent. Cabins have been upgraded and are nice (no longer furnished with pot/pans/dishes/ etc-covid and Fauci😠).
The LOOKOUT KITCHEN in the park is EXCELLENT! We ate in Hochatown and the Lookout Kitchen in the park is by far and away superior to any in town.
We kayaked in two different places, the one further up the river -has small whitewater rapids- was the best.
LOVE beavers Bend! Always have.

My family have been coming to Beavers Bend State Park for years. The natural beauty of the park is outstanding for the short drive. I absolutely love it. We always rent cabins from the park. We have stayed on the river, in the wooded area, even at the lodge. This time we were so shocked. Nothing is being taken care of. I will post some pictures and you will understand. Just little things like rat poop on the hot water heater, air ducts that haven't been cleaned in who knows when. The "fart fan" in the bathroom was so caked with I don't want to guess what I was affraid to turn it on. Crumbs all in the utensil drawer with the "clean dishes". There were many more things that I have never seen before when we were there. I realize we are staying in the woods in a cabin not at the Hilton. If you are going to charge what you charge, at least give us a clean place to stay.

Located in Beavers Bend State Park. I thought the train ride would be lame, but my mom doesn't get around very well and we wanted her to experience something other than just watching. Glad we did. It's a 15 minute ride through the forest. The deer come right up to the train because the conductor feeds them as he goes. The conductor tells a little history about the land in an entertaining way. We all enjoyed it, even my teenage son that doesn't seem to like anything "Lame". LOL

Very pretty we went in Dec so couldnt canoe or swim. Saw places to swim kayak and canoe. Pretty picnic areas. The scenery here is gorgeous saw some deer walking around. Definitely want to come back in the summer. Pretty place to take lots of family pictures. Will come back soon.

Nice park where you can do various activities. We chose it for hiking, it offers various routes from easy to more challenging. You can sleep by reserving cabins inside the park itself or just outside with cheaper accommodations.

When we visited 3 years ago, we loved the park, but this time it was not quite the same. The river was so full of water it was hard to walk close to it, and an area where the was only a small stream in the past now there was almost a lake.

But the state park is free to enter, and the beach they have in the swim-area has nice sand. The kids loved (and so did I, as it was really refreshing water).

The trails are suited for walking, but I did not find a lot to do with my bike.

Conclusion: the park is still pretty good, but not worth the 4h drive from Dallas anymore.

We came on a cold day and had the park to ourselves. Beautiful, peaceful hike on the trails and a little play time at the park. We stayed in a cabin nearby. Trails are well marked and not too challenging.

It’s a very nice, clean & well maintained park. You won’t find trash or janky campsites. This is a real gem. The state of OK knows it, and takes great care of. Deer 🦌 everywhere! Can almost feed by hand.

Beavers Bend is one of our favorite weekend places. The scenic area is beautiful especially in the fall. The state park has a little museum to explore and learn. The hiking trail is great. It can be a bit steep but the athletic four year old was able to complete it. The hike took a bit longer than expected. This place is a quick drive from Dallas and an excellent weekend place.

Great place, good food and wonderful time! Would love to do a whole family trip someday! We stayed at the B&B, about 3 miles away, we felt safe! This area has a lot to offer!

Beavers Bend Park is just stunning. One of the most (if not the most) beautiful places in Oklahoma. What more could you want, mountains, lake, streams, pine trees, gorgeous scenery, etc. Just a wonderful place to visit and spend time. I will be back.

Absolutely beautiful! Lots of wildlife, pine trees and great trout fishing. The cabins on the river are old but rustic.

We stayed one night at Beavers Bend Lodge managed by Beavers Bend State Park. The visitor center was nice. The parking cost 10 dollars for 24 hours. The beach area was average. The dam was average. The Beavers Bend Lodge offers beautiful sunrise. We saw deers at the lodge.

We drove though checking out the area. It's neat. Would like to have more time in the area. Will be back

We had a blast camping in the Elm campground at Beavers Bend State Park. My kids (3&1) loved it as well. Tons of hiking that is easy for kids to do with some that have a great view (Cedar Bluff Trail)! In reference to the other review that said there was nothing to do - it's all open during the weekends! The mini train, canoes, paddle boats are all open on Saturday and Sunday. Nature center is great and hands on and the welcome center has a small museum. Our son even had his first try at fishing on the banks of the river. Although he was unsuccessful, he enjoyed being outside and trying his hardest. Beautiful time of year! Watch out for bees as they are plentiful in the campsites. Overall, a very fun park that we will visit again!

What an amazing lodge!! We only stayed on night, and wish we had stayed more.
Our room (210) was on the second level, and we learned that ALL rooms with balconies facing the lake. What a nice view of Beavers Bend SP, and tons of white-tail deer.

The lodge also offered a free continental breakfast.
Location was key, as it’s IN Broken Bow SP – but near to everything.

Parking: free lot, on a slope
Service: Excellent
Rooms: Very comfortable

Would recommend: Highly
Would re-patronize: If in that area – then definitely!

Pay attention to the parking pass signs, and get the pass while you have service or connect to their wifi. Or venture into the park to the Heritage museum BEFORE attempting to park anywhere.
I'm almost certain that one of the parking enforcement trucks watched us pull into a spot because it wasn't 5 minutes away from the car when we were getting a ticket.
Other than that, we enjoyed our time! We got the pass for the whole day, and drove through the park, taking in all the scenery. Then, we stopped off at the Spillway to checkout the dam and watch people fish in the stream. We hiked down to the edge of the lake and put our feet in the water. We rented a paddle boat for an hour. Lots of fun things to do and see. We spent our entire day here.

Went camping with my son (age 18) at Beavers Bend. After looking around we picked the Elm campground for a place to pitch our tent. It's right by the river, very pretty site, though the view is obscured by lots of trees. It's a 5 min walk to bathrooms and showers, which were clean (by guys' standards at least). It can get a bit noisy during the day: there is a family activity center (including train ride for kids) nearby and there is activity at the nearby river float and fishing area, so for sure you know you are in a family oriented vacation spot, not in remote wilderness (which was fine by us). We are definitely amateurs at camping (not having been camping since my son was a cub scout), so appreciated having a country store within the park and a Walmart in nearby Broken Bow for last minute supplies. Definitely recommend exploring the lake itself (a short drive across the dam), still part of the state park, in the area near Hochatown. Some beautiful areas to sit by the lake or go for a swim. Also some lakeside camp sites to consider. We were surprised how empty the park was this time of year. Great for us - don't know what it would be like if crowded. Call the state park office to check on crowds. Tent sites are first come first served.

I recommend starting with the Forest Heritage Center - very interesting. I really liked the fact that it was free unless you rent a canoe, etc. We rented a paddleboat. There is a wide variety of trails. The lake is pretty. I enjoyed looking at the rock formations.

Beautiful place for some great fishing and spending time with the family away from the regular routine. I really enjoyed the peace and deer.

My family and I have been coming to Beaver Bend State Park and the Broken Bow area for decades. It is truly a "touch of heaven" in southeastern Oklahoma. We always say, for us, it's like being in Colorado without the 16-20 hour drive. The park/area has everything, swimming, trout fishing year round, excellent accommodations, hiking, water sports and everything else you'd want in a resort destination.

We traveled with another family and camped in an RV for 5 nights. This was our second trip to Beavers Bend and we still haven't seen everything.
Pros:
Beautiful river
Great hiking
Kayaking in park
(There is a great Kayak trip with some rapids about 30 minutes from park)
Foggy Bottom kitchen

Cons:
The whelen horn is very loud in the Acorn Campground.
Fishing was not what we expected either trip
Lookout mountain actually has no lookout.

not sure what part of the river or park we were in. oklahoma doesn't have good sinage. on one side of the road, there was a parking area with picnic tables. the river banks, on this side is flat. there is calm water and more rushing water. we were there during trout season. i had never seen anyone fly fishing. there were alot there. on the other side of the road, there is a trail, a little above the river. there are more rapids and fast water there. be warned. in july 2020, to park anywhere in beavers bend state park, you need a parking pass, even for just 1 day.they do have signs informing you of this. you can do it on your phone. if you are not in thier system, you get a ticket. we saw a parking enforcement person giving people tickets. the park is scattered over alot of different places. you drive alot

This is a beautiful place. There is plenty to do on the river: fishing, swimming, horseback riding, canoe rentals, paddle boats. The campgrounds are beautiful and less expensive than most places, but the # of campsites with electricity is numbered. So in season make reservations in advance. If you stay outside of the 2 or 3 areas with full hookups, you will deal with some nasty outhouse type bathrooms.

Its pretty unbelievable how great this park is. If you are looking for natural beauty combined with outdoor activities, this is the place. It is well-known for fly fishing, kayaking, hiking, camping, and more.

Nice hiking trails both short and long depending on what you’re looking for. Lovely views of the lake and pet friendly. Plenty of parking at the park during a fall trip.

Wonderful place for families and anyone who loves the great outdoors! Had so much fun kayaking and canoeing as well as horseback riding. Highly recommend the park and all it has to offer!

We had such a great time here. The water is clean, the area is beautiful, the boats were well maintained and we had such a good time on the canoes and kayaks!! There are lots of shaded areas with picnic tables to enjoy a lunch. I have young children and the water isn't very deep in the swimming area, and it made it super easy to keep an eye on them and let them enjoy the water.

We went mid week on a Tuesday and Wednesday. It was not crowded. We hiked 3 trails: Cedar Bluff Trail (has a nice overview of the river from the top); The Lakeview Lodge Trail (goes through trees next to the lake); and The Friends Trail Loop (beside the river with beautiful views and some challenging elevation changes up through the forest). We stayed in the state park at the at the Lakeview Lodge. It was very quiet and serene. We also saw deer and geese during our stay. If you stop in at the nature center upon arrival you can pick up a park map, and the staff will answer any questions. This is a beautiful place to visit.

I visited Beavers BendState Park on our first trip ever to Oklahoma. My brother had told me it was a beautiful place to visit. Beautiful is an understatement! It is a gorgeous state park tucked on the edge of the Ouachita National Forest. It is a huge park with 5 or 6 different entrances. There is NO entrance fee, you just have to pay for parking IF you get out of your vehicle anywhere in the park. There is a lot of things you can do from hiking, picnicking, fishing, camping, or bicycling. This is a wonderful state park that compares to a National Park. There are hundreds of people there on any given day so be prepared for that. But it is a wonderful park to visit. We hiked and fished while we were there and I was surprised everyone and anyone you talked to was so helpful and friendly. From the Fly Shop to the train, from the Park staff to the souvenir shop everyone was so helpful. I highly recommend a visit to this State Park. I rate it as a MUST see.

I have visited Beavers Bend State Park many times through the years, and I enjoy it every time. If you are driving north from Texas on US 259 it's your first glimpse of the hilly and forested terrain of the Ouachita Mountains. I'll describe the drive north from Broken Bow. At Hochatown, you will see a sign pointing to Highway 259A, which loops through the park. Immediately after turning east on 259A you should stop at the Ouachita National Forest Information Center for maps and pamphlets. This is a fairly new building with adequate parking. Continuing east on 259A the road begins to wind through a dense forest. It's a narrow road, and is okay if you are in a car, but I would imagine it would be difficult for RV's and campers, as well as big rig trucks. Just a word of caution, since it is such a narrow, curvy, and winding road. The road climbs in elevation to around 800 feet above sea level, and follows a series of ridges through the hills, and then descends down to the valley of the Mountain Fork River and the State Park. Close to the river you find the visitors center, campgrounds, and hiking trails. To continue through the park you make a left turn as the sign for 259A directs you. The narrow road continues to wind through the woods, until you reach the bridge over the Mountain Fork River. The water in the river was flowing at a nice rate, as you would expect in a mountain stream. The swimming beach is right there by the bridge. It was an August afternoon, and the water was filled with bathers. Upstream were lots of canoes and paddle boats. Once across the river, you immediately start climbing to the dam that forms Broken Bow Lake. Once you are on top of the dam, you have a beautiful view of the huge lake, the forested hills, the mountains in the distance, etc. It's one of the most scenic views in Southeast Oklahoma, in my opinion. Broken Bow Lake is typical for lakes in the Ouachita Mountains in Oklahoma and Arkansas. It reminds me of Lake Ouachita, and Lake Hamilton near Hot Springs, AR, but it is not as crowded with boats, or vacation homes along the shoreline. The geology of the Ouachita Mountains is interesting, with sedimentary rocks, mostly sandstone and shale, going back to the Pennsylvanian Era, about 350 million years ago. Beds of quartz crystal minerals are common in the Ouachita Mountains. From the dam you proceed past the overlook parking area, and then cross the spillway to the dam, which gives another beautiful view of the lake. I remember there's a trout stream here because of the cold water flowing out of the lake to the Mountain Fork River below. I also noticed that one of the roads from the Spillway area to the park is closed, due to a bridge being out. This was an alternate route through the park, but it seems Highway 259A is the only way in and out now. Once you head west from the spillway it is just a few miles to get back to US 259 in Hochatown, OK. The road from the spillway is in better shape, wider, and less hilly and curvy, than the previous portion of the road that I described. It doesn't take long to make the detour off of US 259 to visit Beavers Bend State Park, and it is an interesting drive. I recommend it even for travelers going east and west on US 70. One can see beautiful scenery, and I also like that there is no admission fee to visit the park.

The park is very nice and well cared for. The lake looks great, very clean. Anxious to be back in warmer weather and get out on the lake.

Beautiful area and the lake is very clear! We rented a boat and tubed and knee boarded. It was an awesome day.

Every year brings new and improved sites at the park. It is an awesome place to get in touch with nature. Many of the places are wheelchair friendly and their bathrooms are great.

We went to spend the day with family kayaking and canoeing. We took a 2hr trip down the river but you can take the 4hr one.The prices were reasonable and everyone was friendly. You can take a cooler and there's places along the route of the river you can pull into with picnic tables and relax. Don't take anything you don't want to get wet! Afterwards, we went over to the lake part it was clean and the picnic tables were accessible. We rented kayaks and a stand-up paddle board there and again the prices were fair. We loved this place and are ready to go again!

Stayed in one of the more expensive riverfront cabins. The second night we saw bats coming out of the attic. They came out for several minutes. Checked it out and there were holes and urine and feces stains on 3 of the corners. Had heard noises the night before but thought it was squirrels. Went to the office and they did not seem too concerned, just said they would get with maintenance, it had happened before. I sent an email also when I got home, and no reply. Now my wife has had a bad cough starting the day we left. Hope she doesn't have lung problem from all the guano that is in the ceiling. Will never stay there again. Apparently they know there is a problem but do not check the cabins. They have an access in one bedroom, it could be easily checked periodically.

The parks were beautiful! Our favorite thing was kayaking down the river. The mountains and the scenery were beautiful. Nothing was too crowded either, which was nice. The wineries and food were good too.

Let me start by saying that I've been here several times and enjoyed it. It's a beautiful park and place to camp and paddle along the river.

...But we just camped there this past weekend and after a good trip, were greeted with a pretty sucky experience when we stopped by the Heritage Center to pay on the way out.

Our group of 4 adults and 1 toddler camped at a single campsite at Hickory campground that consisted of a fire ring, a picnic table, and a charcoal grill with a vault toilet nearby. My wife and I put up a small 3 person tent and the others slept in a 6 person tent. We also put up 3 hammocks in a few trees next to the tent. In every camping experience I've ever had until this point, that would be considered a single site. Pretty standard stuff right?

But when stopping by the Heritage Center to pay what we expected to be $14/night ($28 total) we were told that it would be $42/night ($84 total) after they asked us how many tents and/or hammocks we had. When presented with that price we clarified that it was only 4 adults and 1 toddler but they said that each hammock or tent is classified as a unit and that each unit pays $14/night. This was not even correct according to the document they handed us with pricing and yet they charged it.

I believed this to be a clerical error but then others in the office agreed that $84 was the correct price for a single site for 5 people on a primitive campground.

Overall it's a great place to visit but unless they get their pricing sorted out I'm not sure it's worth what they might ask you to pay (they never charged me like this in previous visits).

Wow...I don't even know where to begin...I rented the Casa Bodega cabin for a weekend trip with my grandkids. I am now Super G-Ma and a total rock star in their eyes. First, the cabin...This place was absolutely gorgeous. Well maintained and so incredibly peaceful. The balcony fireplace gave me life!!! We only had to travel less than a couple miles to get to stores, the lake, activities...WONDERFUL!!!! From the complimentary bottle of wine, which by the way is darn good, to the overall ambiance of the property, this will be our escape from the city from now on. You cannot go wrong. Thanks the the "Girls Gone Wine" owners and their heavenly hospitality. We are customers for life💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

The state park is absolutely beautiful and has plenty of things to do. In addition to a lot of water activities, you can also hike around the area and sightsee. We recently enjoyed renting kayaks and spending some time on the water. It’s a very scenic area and a state park that we really enjoy going back to time and time again.

There isn't a place as beautiful as this. There landscapes and the water are amazing. Loved here my whole life, still can't get enough

The State Park is really pretty. We enjoyed exploring some of the hikes. I will say that the trail heads are not marked very well other than Friends Trail. We used the AllTrails app, but we learned that you have to have it open and ready to go before you head into the park. If you're in Broken Bow, you should definitely explore some of the hikes.

We had so much fun. It's pretty quiet all the time. Until its night time you can hear the bigfoot crys.

This review specifically speaks to the Beavers Bend Depot. We first did the 9am horseback trail ride. It lasted about 45 minutes by the time everyone got on their horses and we started down the trail. It was a nice, relaxing horseback ride. The horses were super well behaved, the terrain was flat and the forrest scenery was lovey. We saw several deer. The train ride goes through the same area and we did that next. It was a cute ride, especially for kids (though we didn't have ours with us). The driver was engaging and there are few fun surprises along the way. Overall a really good time.

A 1,000,000db fog horn blasts your eardrums throughout the early morning and late evening. DO NOT COME HERE. They installed these horns to alert fishermen on the river of rising water from the dam, but it radiates throughout the park.

Had a wonderful time there. The cabins were very nice.
There were plenty of fishing spots and hiking trails. The Welcome Center and Museum was very interesting. Will definitely go again!

This is a must. A pun place during those dog days of summer. You can picnic play in the water or just take in the beauty a fun place to relax and unwind.

We have been staying at Beaver's Bend for several years. Sometimes renting the more expensive, luxury cabins outside of the state park. This time around we went for the state accommodations and were not disappointed. Our cabin had been recently renovated and was clean and cozy. The park itself is so nice and we saw more deer than I have ever seen. The fishing was not great but we spent an amazing afternoon kayaking with our 9 year old. It was quiet, serene and a great way to recharge.

Such a beautiful area! Very well maintained and lots to do. Great trails, swimming areas, the mini train and more for the kiddos

Beautiful park with lots to do. Wide variety of campsites. Primitive restrooms are almost unbearable unfortunately.

Loved the park. We hike Friends trail and Tree trail. Played at the dam. Great for our kids all ages 10, 8,6,3. Wish we could have done the paddle boats and fished but we will next time!

I seen my first bald eagle in its natural habitat here. Love this state park. Hiking was amazing. Great trails, tons of trees and small streams to cross over. Tons of activities for the kids to do. Zipline, canoe, swim, fishing, finding deer in the woods lol. Tons of deer out here. This state park is amazing. Rangers and staff are very friendly. A must see.

Nature at it's best. Walking, swimming, camping, boating, horseback riding or just picnicing in the shade, Beavers Bend Park has something for evryone.

Loved our visit this was a gift from our children and we loved it, nice and clean, everyone we dealt with was wonderful

Get a map of Beavers Bend State Park trails at the nature center. We really enjoyed the Cedar Bluff Nature Trail, parts of Skyline Trail, Lookout Mountain Trail, and Beaver Creek Trail. Swim beach is small but easy to access from the main park road.

Astonishing!! Quarts, & slate rock everywhere, fresh unpolluted air, abundant wildlife, & freedom.
I can’t remember a happier time with my young family. Wear good shoes, pack lunch, watch for poisonous plants, but, more importantly, observe & relax in delight

This only pertains to RV campsites near the very good Nature Center. These sites have a wonderful setting. However. . . During our Friday to Monday camping experience two members of our party of 6 were stung by bees. Several others throughout this camp were also stung. Bees made it difficult to eat outside at picnic tables or to engage others in conversations. Restrooms were dirty when we came, never cleaned while we were there; those by the nearby restaurant were deplorably filthy, no TP, people wiped with paper towels & left them on floor beside toilets; no restrooms had soap. No quiet hours posted: Noise starts by 6:30 a.m., at 7 a.m. Park workers drive their noisy vehicles to post new reservations at sites. (Why not later!??) Sites are crowded together, hard to determine boundaries of each site. Our site had bad water pressure. Perhaps other RV parks inside Beavers Bend are better, but next time we'll select a private campground outside this otherwise wonderful state park.

Everything has a price requirement you can’t just park and go swimming and parking req text to pay no signal out there and very limited lake access no roads driving along lake. Swimming areas were packed and filthy looking most activities were 100 an hour and our float trip that we reserved were cancelled because it rained night before so prob the worst vacation we’ve ever had. If you have your own powerboat or like equipment it’s probably possible to have a good time and even the pizza shop was reserved and couldn’t get in to try. Beautiful place just not very fun at all will never go back.

Check with the Ranger Station for the best hiking trails for your group. We also rode the little train in the park. A short ride, but fun for the kids.

The camping park is awesome. The Lookout Restaurant also very good. The park has put in new or have redone camp sites. The newer ones are full hook up. Even the ones that are not full hook up are perfectly level, which always starts the trip on a good note. We use our trailer for everything but I checked out the bathrooms. They're typical state park bathrooms, even maybe sub-par.

But my main reason for putting a review is to warn people that there is NO Verizon service once you get into the park. No fault of the parks but just a warning to future campers who work from their trailers. AT&T had fairly good service. I had to use my wife's phone as a hot spot.

Trails are wonderful. Difficult for some, lots of elevation changes along the way.

We plan to go back and spend more time.

Love the train ride and horse back riding- nice family park with lots to do- simply beautiful serene place and its free

It was hot! But not miserable because of the shady trees! We made it about a mile down Beaver Creek trail and then a short distance up Lookout Mountain trail. That sucker was not for the faint of heart! It is steep and tiring. But we were able to turn around and come back down. There was plenty of nature to see and it was beautiful.

Love the lake. We went tubing all around the different Islands. One of the prettiest lakes I have seen.

We have gone to Beavers Bend for 30 years. When our kids were young we would camp for a week and now we take our grandkids and grown kids and stay in cabins. So much to do..hiking, horseback riding, swimming, canoeing, fishing,

There are a variety of cabins to choose from inside the Park. There are older cabins built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, and more modern cabins to choose from.

There are beautiful cabins on the river which are expensive but worth the price. There are many housing options outside the park, but it is better to stay inside the park if possible. There is a Beavers Bend Lodge which is not too far away and a nice place to stay as well.

Inside the park there is wonderful trout fishing ( there is a fishing shop to keep you from traveling into town for supplies - they will give you good advice on fishing conditions and what to try). There are swimming areas, canoe and kayak rentals, a small miniature golf course, paddles boards, paddle boats ( all depending on the season).

There are camping areas, RV hookups, group cabins etc. They have a mini train and horses for rent. They have several park programs depending on the season. They have a nice in park cafe with a small grocery store attached for basic items.

There are all types of trails ( long and short) for all levels of hiker. Beavers Bend is a wonderful place for families!

My wife has been going to Beavers Bend since she was a little girl and still loves it. What’s great at BB is the wide variety of activities, but for the outdoors adventurer and the inside learner. The Heritage Center is really cool to go through, even with the little kids.

We stayed in the Fern Campground bc we like the wider spaces for our camper. The other sites are a little nicer but they are more packed in.

We took the canoe trip through the Beavers Bend Outfitters and had a blast. The trails are clearly marked and make a nice off the beaten adventure.

I only have it four stars just bc some of the facilities need to be updated, and compared to other state parks we visited aren’t five star quality.

This was our first time visit to this location. Great scenery with many things to do if you love the out doors. Hiking trails galore, horse back riding on trails, fishing, camping, kayaking and canoeing are one of many things to do.

There are many reasons to stop for a day but hundreds to stay longer, the warm welcoming people, the beautiful nature, fishing, picnic, camping, train ride and horse back

The park is beautiful any time of year. Wife and I took the opportunity to visit this February and avoid the crowds. Cool days made for perfect hiking weather and we got to use the wood burning fireplace in our cabin every night(3). Peace and quiet allowed us to slow down and enjoy God's great creation. Rain on the metal roof one night made for great sleeping. Can't wait to come back! (We had trout one night!)

We love to Fly Fish and absolutely love it there. There are canoe trips you can take or just find a place where you would like to fish and go for it. There is swimming also. It is a great place for the entire family. If you have a pet you need to keep them on a leash and pick up the poop! Not the greatest thing to have to step in while hiking or fishing. If you want to spend the night call ahead and rent one of their little cabins, bring your RV, or tent camp. There is also a little train for the kids to ride on and some adults depending on size. Just a great place to get away and spend a relaxing week or weekend.

Made a reservation in July 2020 for Coyote campsite C24 today October 10. We left this after lunch and made the 2 hour 15 minute drive. We arrive to Coyote and I was in shocked to see how horrible it was. Tents everywhere on top of one another. We could barely see the lots on the picnic table but once we finally saw C24 there was someone camped out nowhere in sight with food on table and their corgi dog tied to the table. To make a long story short we cancelled and drove back home. I should have known something was wrong when I called a few times asking questions about the site, and no one really knew the answer. Not just one employee either! Save your time and money and do not reserve a campsite at Beavers Bend. It was truly the worst campsite I laid my eyes on.

We always love hiking the trails here! There is a nice variety of length and we never get tired of the beautiful scenery , especially in the spring and fall!

My family and I have visited Beaver Bend lake.. the lake is beautiful and it’s very peaceful! The first time I went it was such a awesome place.. we’ve returned again and again!! Very Very nice lake!! Clean and Fun trip for my gbabies

Let me say, we are avid hikers/campers and have never written a negative review on a park, ever. My expectations were high for Beavers Bend. It is a pretty park, but the hiking trails are very, very poorly marked. Disappointed. The staff in the office did not seem interested in being helpful either when asked for recommendations on hiking trails and directions. The Ouachita Forest is a beautiful place, but our experience was kind of tainted because of the disorganization of the park. Not impressed. Will not be back. When you only have so much time to take off work to go out of town and enjoy nature, you don't want to spend half your time confused about where you are or being frustrated at problems that could be easily fixed by simply putting up accurate trail markers.

My family reserved a camping sight at Stephen's gap, first people were on our campsite and wanted proof we were on the right sight, we were, second the restrooms were closed, portapoties where in front of them, they where not clean they were almost full to the top, third, campers did not respect quiet time hours, finally there were no park rangers or cleaning crews. Definitely not coming back

We enjoyed the hiking.. and thanks to the rangers and the nature center.. found some awesome photo ops..

Park is very nice. My family has been going there off and on for many years. However, we rented a cabin and it was DIRTY and needs lots of repairs. For 150 plus tax a night they can do way better. Smelled like mold upon further investigation found water damage and mold. There air vents were falling apart. Wads of hair in the bathtub upon arrival. Sticky residue on the floor we had to clean up. Crumbs from previous renters all over the couch. Guess they don’t vacuum or sweep. Just gross!! Not worth the price we paid.

Great place, billions of nature like things to do, we absolutely loved all the options, ie kayaking, fly fishing, bass fishing, horseback, paddleboards, and paddleboats, very peaceful nothing commercialized yet! YAY!

I fell for the hype and decided to finally visit Beavers Bend. Well, it was nice scenery and all but you might as well go to Disney Land. There is no privacy or seclusion in the whole park, every campground was filled to the brim. People were camping 5 feet away from each other, kayaks and canoes were bumping into each other on the river, there were cars and people everywhere, noise, noise, noise! We ended up leaving and camping at broken bow lake which was somewhat quieter but still quite busy all night long. I'm afraid the area has been ruined for real campers and outdoorsy people. I won't go back anytime soon. Your better off going to a lesser known state park.

Close together campsites, most with no view in deep dark wooded cover. Curvy winding roads in campgrounds for camper trailers are very tight; road bed built up with likely-hood of tire drop off and trees right up against road edges that you have to drive through by the skin of your teeth. Lots of people in an overused area. Trails, lake, campground, roads are full of people. Not the place for solitude. Lake is pretty to look at but, seems like a long distance to drive from campground to get a view. Lake water looks clear until you wade out an stir up the red siltly bottom. Lots of restaurants and shopping nearby if you need something else to do.

We loved the tiny cabin on Mountain Fork River. New and right on the river. The only negative I found. No place to store clothes if you needed to hang anything and you CANNOT drive to the cabin; you have to unload and walk your things from the parking lot to the cabin. I had phone reception with my minutes, so others could reach us if needed. No TVs or WiFi. But you’re there to unplug!! The hikes we took were easy because our dog is older, but they were perfect for her!! We loved it and plan to return.

On this trip we came prepared for the nice swimming area. We also discovered the Beaver Bend Depot. It has a nice train ride through woods with a brief history of area. Also has pony ride, concessions and actual horse back riding. Park is a beautiful place with lots to do whatever your age and family situation.

Beavers Bend Resort Park is a very nice and beautiful park. It was a very pleasant surprise on our visit to the area. The park Great and Neat Experience for our drive.

I was at Grasshopper #6 10/2-10/3/2022. Zero Rangers drove by during the night and I was completely alone at the area. I am a single female. Had I been in distress I’m unsure what I would have done except sound my cell phone alarm if that would’ve even helped.

Spent 3 days with the family in the Grasshopper tent campgrounds at Beavers Bend State Park. It’s in the Carson Creek area. Campgrounds we’re beautiful but the campground and the beach are covered in quartz rock so practice “little rock/big rock for guidelines on tents! Bring water shoes for walking on the rocks. The water is crystal clear and the wildlife is amazing! Lots to do for families and adults in town in Hochatown! Stopped by the Nature Center for a map and the staff couldn’t have been nicer! Great experience! We will be back!

We camped here for 5 days in our RV. We stayed in the Cypress section. The campsites are very close together so not a lot of privacy. However, the campground was clean and well maintained. This was our first time here camping so we did get lost on our way in. You do not need to check in apparently, you can just go to your site and set up if you have a reservation and if you know where you are going. I did go to the office since we hadn't ever been here before and got a map and directions from the girl at the front desk but her verbal directions were confusing and we took a wrong turn right off the bat. However, I was able to figure it out using the map after a few minutes.

As for the park itself, it is beautiful and my wife and I enjoyed the scenery and the lake very much. The surrounding area of Hochatown and Broken Bow are very nice as well, with great restaurants. We also enjoyed the fishing and caught two nice size rainbow trout. We had pretty full days and wished that we had spent more time here, I would have liked to have done some hiking and spent more time at the lake. In the campground and most of the park we had no cell phone service or wifi but that is not what camping is all about. It was nice to decompress.

tucked in the southeast corner of Oklahmoa, this is a hidden gem. Enjoyed this at the end of the Talimena Scenic Hwy on the way to Arkansas. Will definately plan a trip back to enjoy more.

First of all it is a beautiful place. Go early if you want a campsite as the place is always crowded (even on weekdays). Try to buy everything you need from walmart. We were dependent on camp hosts for firewood but they were not there when we went. So carry as many things as possible

beavers bend state park, is a calm relaxing beautiful place to come a visit, even when it gets busy it just seems to stay tranquil.

We went swimming in the the river. I suffer from chronic pain and the river was so cold that when I was all the way in I didn’t feel it. We had a great time. The nature center was very nice and a nice little place to cool off if you are staying out of town water!

Beautiful state park! The lake bottom is rock so the water is pretty clear, the park was very clean. There are several hiking trails, playgrounds for kids, camping sites, and a giant lake with tons of islands to explore. We had a lot of fun there. Cell phone service is pretty poor there, so you plan accordingly.

The park is beautiful camping sites are excellent. The park is not quiet the out of staters really ruin it the most disrespectful and rude people I’ve ever seen. We won’t be coming back.

Gorgeous campgrounds and area. RV sites are fairly close together, but everyone was so nice and respectful. Great hiking, fishing, and view of wildlife. Beautiful area of Oklahoma. Rented Kayaks and paddleboats reasonable priced in the state park. On the actual Lake, prices were twice that of the state park. Be sure you choose the cheaper site. Multiple hiking trails. We stayed over a week and never went on same trail.

Beavers Bend State Park is a beautiful forested area with water activities (fishing is very popular) and plenty of hiking trails. You are very likely to see deer in the park (we saw deer on five separate occasions) and it definitely feels like you’re in the wild. Hiking trails range from fairly easy to very challenging. Directions on the trails were fairly easy to follow, though distances seemed a little flexible. Please note that when your trail pamphlet says “challenging”...they mean it. We hiked up Lookout Mountain off the Beavers Creek Trail and wow, I wasn’t in good enough shape for that, lol. One thing to note...there’s virtually no cell service inside the park and no WiFi. Seriously, we had cell service at the top of Lookout Mountain and on the low water dam by the paddle boats, that was it. Otherwise, we had to drive back over the dam. We actually stayed in the park cabins. They were a little rough but okay. The AC worked very well. There was a tv but no antenna/cable/satellite, so it was basically a large paperweight for us. In retrospect, I wished I’d brought a DVD player or iPad/tv connector cable. The lack of cell service personally drove me a little crazy, but if you’re looking to get away, this is the park to do it in. We stayed two days and it was enough for me, but it really is a beautiful area. There aren’t many shops/restaurants in the park, but there are many restaurants and actually a fair amount of shopping along the highway outside the park (around 10-15 minutes away from the park cabins). There was mini golf both inside and outside the park, along with paddle boats and canoeing and kayaking, and even a mini train for kids (though nothing but the mini train seemed to be going during the week when we were there). The park also offers horse riding. As a whole, absolutely gorgeous area.

Used to love this park. It would STILL be a 5* park had they not installed a siren at the dam that rivals a tornado alert. Heard the siren is to alert fishermen when hydro plant fires up, but this happened multiple times overnight (9:45pm and 5:45 am!!!) We tent camped in Grapevine and our entire party woke up before dawn bc of the siren. Unacceptable. Won't be back.

The park is great, hands down.
We’re taking advantage of the hiking and canoeing and the sights. We aren’t fishing this trip but plenty of people are - and it looks great.
However, a quick run into the gift shop turned into a nightmare with the help behind the counter.
We grabbed an item from an $8 sale shelf. When I went to purchase it, it rang up as $15. I mentioned it and she said that wasn’t an item on sale. I went ahead with the purchase, but my wife then pointed out to me that there were only two of those items, one at $8, one at $10, none at $15.
I stood back in line to return it. When it was our turn the lady behind the counter pointed to a no returns sign...
I pointed out the price problem, she said “there’s too many things in this store for me to keep track of”, and just stared at me.
We took our item and walked out.

I don’t have to state all the obvious problems here, but the rudeness and lack of help offered in a little gift shop at a state park was ridiculous. It was a sad representation of the state of Oklahoma.

Winter Wonderful Getaway
The Agape Shack was a perfect choice for our Holiday Getaway! The beautiful Broken Bow area of Oklahoma is far enough off of the beaten path that you really feel like you’ve been somewhere special. The 3 bedroom 2 bath home had plenty of space, super soft beds with comfortable sheets and comforters. Also, the long back porch overlooking the quiet pasture had rocking chairs to sit and relax. This gave us all a much needed peaceful break from the End of Year frenzy. The owners have even added thoughtful touches like firewood for the outdoor fire pit and long forks so that all you need is the marshmallows! A spice cabinet comes equipped with basic supplies like salt and pepper plus coffee creamer and grounds for the coffee maker. We can’t wait to get back!

I've been taking the trip to Beavers Bend for over 15 years. It IS the closest thing to a camping escape around the DFW area. The trout fishing in the spillways and river is fantastic, and the lake provides plenty of opportunities for fun.

The campgrounds fill up early Friday so either have reservations OR go Thursday. There is also camp grounds outside of the park, so there are usually options. If you just want a cabin for the weekend, look for surrounding rentals as they are being built up quickly.

8 of us, techno 3 families went to zBeavers Bend State Park for a few days. The Park itself is wonderful!! It is so beautiful. They have several hiking trails great for beginners all the way through advanced. There is supposedly just a nature trail but we didn’t find it. We went swimming in lake and did canoeing.
We also rented an on-site cabin (#48). It was beautiful inside but there were definitely some downfalls. It definitely needed power washing. There were a ton of wasps and my sister got stung. We ended up buying spray to get rid of them. On the inside, the main areas were clean (Ie. living room, kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms). However, there were spider webs all throughout the vaulted ceilings. It definitely needed deep cleaning. Only linens were provided. We had to go buy pots, pans, utensils, etc. Broken Bow is a small, expensive tourist towns so prices were definitely jacked up.
Also (not that this is necessarily a negative) but be prepared for no cell service (depending upon provider), Wi-Fi or cable tv ( there was a tv we were only able to watch movies thanks for my nephew who bought his Xbox)
My suggestions before going would be to book a cabin with another company and do your shopping beforehand. Otherwise, it’s a great experience!

Beautiful state park and not far from the DFW area. We stayed in a cabin outside of the park but went into the park for canoeing and hiking. The park was gorgeous and so relaxing.

There is so much to do: hiking trails (some of them are easy, some are very rigorous), horse riding, Mountain Fork River, restaurants, scenery, The Forest Heritage museum (which is also free!). There is no fee to enter. Camping and RV spots are inexpensive. It is well worth a visit!

We have been coming up to Beavers Bend for 25 years now. Basically nothing has changed over time but we love it. They have everything from a museum, to loads of hiking, to swimming, to horseback riding and even a train ride for kids. There are cabins, RV sites and even their own restaurant. The area is absolutely beautiful Spring through late fall and if you want more peace, travel up in the winter or early spring. Nature at its best.

We visited here on the 31st of October and everything was closed down: the train, the boating and the café. Also, half of the road (which makes a loop through the park) was washed out, but there was no warning about it until you were all of the way there. Then, we had to turn around to get out. Not a good time of the year to visit this place.

We have been to Beavers Bend State Park several times. It is a beautiful park with lots of activities to do. We road the train, visited the Nature Center, the Heritage museum, kayaked, swam, stayed in a cabin and cooked on the grill.

Really good campground! We had a great view of the water and watched deer grazing on the other side. When your there watch the river flow in revearse when the horn sounds (I guess the damn opens), its cool. They had a car show while we were there. Make sure to rent a paddle boat, more work than I remembered but fun. Great places to walk the dogs.

I just returned home from being overseas for 6 months. We staid in a cabin ourside of the park and spent most of the daylight hours enjoying the lake. Very relaxing.

I've always know this area as less impressive than the higher ridges of the Kiamichi mountains to the north. But this is a beautiful park, some of the trail heads are hard to find as flooding has washed out both bridges to the beaver lodge trail are washed out, skyline trails ends at beaver lodge trail on the north side. Make sure you go to the southern entrance of skyline trail to gain access. Paddle boat/kayak rentals are outstanding on the beautiful mountain Fork river with its towering cliffs. Upkeep could be better but that's typical with Oklahoma parks. Arkansas and Texas do a much better job of keeping their parks clean and maintained.

This was our first time to this park and we were NOT disappointed. It was NOT very busy when we went on a Monday. The trees were beautiful, the lake was green, the sound of the leaves falling was so relaxing and the birds were chirping and singing. Would definitely like to visit again.

Paddle boards can be rented for $7 for 30 minutes and you can go up and down the river area. The guys working were all very nice and helpful.

After reading all of the good reviews I was expecting beauty and lots of fun things to do. It was gorgeous but there were two areas where the roads were blocked off. Maybe that's what all the good reviews were about. The swim beach was pretty cool but we couldn't find any good spots to fish. There were quite a few areas to trout fish but my kids like to drop a line in water that's deeper than a couple of feet. Looking back, I kind of wish we had tried to trout fish.

The visitors center was AWESOME!!!! They had amazing wood carvings and a "museum" with the history of wood working.

We loved the lake! It was beautiful and perfect for fishing. We stayed at “Ain’t Life Grand” Cabin off of Old Hochatown so the Park was very close. Quite and majestic with great hiking trails in all of the different parks

Had an excellent time. Plan on making this an annual event. Love the atmosphere. Folks seem very nice everywhere we go.