Black Mesa State Park Campground
Black Mesa sits at 4,973 feet in Oklahoma’s remote panhandle, offering 15 RV sites and a few tent spots in genuine high desert country. The campground feels more like Colorado than Oklahoma, with juniper-dotted mesas and massive sky views. Sites have electric hookups but no water — bring what you need. The real draw is the solitude and star-gazing potential once the sun drops.
Access via paved roads, but the final approach is gravel. Spring and fall are ideal; summer heat can be brutal with zero shade. The nature preserve trail to Oklahoma’s highest point starts right from the campground. This is serious frontier country — fuel up in Boise City before heading out.
High desert camping near Oklahoma's summit
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | 12950 OK-325, Kenton, OK 73946 Get directions → |
| Elevation (ft) | 4650 ft |
| Nearest town | Kenton, OK |
| Miles from pavement | 3.5 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Gravel |
| Cell service | None |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 15 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $15.00 / night |
| Reservation required | Yes — Reservation site |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | April-October |
| Land manager | State Park |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Fire ring, Hookups, Picnic table, Toilets |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |
