Appalachia Bay Recreation Area sits among the stunning landscapes of Keystone Lake in Oklahoma . With 24 campsites (RV-friendly up to 45 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Apr-oct when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Keystone Lake
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
🦌 Recent Wildlife Sightings
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Appalachia Bay Recreation Area located in Shady Grove, Oklahoma, offering 24 camping sites.
Appalachia Bay Recreation Area
A Rural campground in Oklahoma
Overview
welcome to Appalachia Bay! Located South of US 412 Just 20 Miles West of Tulsa, This Park Features a Boat Ramp, Camping, Fishing and Other Water Sports, and a 400 Acre Off Road Park. Appalachia Bay Contains a 400 Acre Off Road Park, for Off Road Vehicles 64″ Wide or Smaller. Additionally There Is a Boat Ramp with Parking, Day Use Area with Picnic Tables, and a 400 Acre Off Road Park.
Keystone Lake Is Settled Into Many Small Valleys and Contains Almost 26,000 Surface Acres. Its 330 Miles of Shoreline Are Covered with Bottomland Timber and Post Oak, Blackjack Oak and Prairie Fields, Which Provide Habitat for a Variety of Wildlife, Including Deer, Squirrel, Rabbit, Quail, Dove and Waterfowl. the Lake’S Blue-Green Water, Beautiful Natural Surroundings and Wide Variety of Recreational Opportunities Make It a Popular Destination for Year-Round Fun.
Keystone Lake Is a Prime Location for Boating, Water Skiing, Swimming and Fishing. the Lake Is Noted for Its Striped, Sand, Black and Smallmouth Bass, Crappie and Catfish. Downstream Fisheries Are Accessible at Nearby Whitewater and Brush Creek Parks. It Also Features a Boat Ramp, Courtesy Dock, Fishing Dock, and 24 Campsites.
This Campground Features 24 Reservable Campsites, Most with 30 and 50 Amp Electrical Services, Water Hookups, Picnic Tables, Fire Rings, and Grills. This Park Also Offers a Restroom/Shower Facility, Drinking Water, and Dump Station.
Nearby Attractions
Washington Irving South Recreation Area Offers Tent or RV Camping with a Playground in the Day Use Area As Well As a 1-Mile Out-and-Back Hiking Trail.
Brush Creek Recreation Area Offers Quiet Camping Below the Dam with Excellent Fishing Opportunities, a Paved 1-Mile Fitness Trail, Basketball and Sand Volleyball Courts.
Walnut Creek Park, on the Arkansas River, Has a Variety of Camping Areas, Day Use Areas, and 17 Miles of Multi-Use/Equestrian Trails. Please Note Off Road Vehicle Use Is Not Allowed at Walnut Creek.
Whitewater, Located Below Keystone Dam on the South Side of the River, Is an Off Roading Destination. There Is No Width Restriction in This Area, It Is Used by Many Jeeps and Trucks As Well As Orvs.
Keystone Ancient Forest Is a Unique Old-Growth Forest Preserve. It Features Many Miles of Hiking Trails. the Park Is Operated by the City of Sand Springs, and Dogs Are Welcome on Select Days.
Managed by: Us Army Corps of EngineersSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 24
- Hookup Types: Electric (50amp), Water
- Max RV Length: 45 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: Available
- 🗑️ Dump Station: Available
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: Available
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: 800 West Appalachia Bay Road
City: Shady Grove, Oklahoma 74020.0
Coordinates: 36.187489, -96.290281
Area Type: Rural
Phone: 1-877-444-6777
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|swimming|fishing|hiking|playground|picnic|restroom|shower|dump-station|hookups|electric|water|fire-ring|lake|river|trail|rv|tent
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $29-39
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 8 stations
Nearest Market: Oklahoma CITY/TULSA
Notes: Signals FROM Oklahoma CITY/TULSA MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 20 stations (6 AM, 14 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KTOK 1000 Am
Market: Oklahoma CITY/TULSA
Notes: 6 AM, 14 FM Stations from Oklahoma City/Tulsa
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ City of Mannford
Distance: 5.6 miles away
Address: 200 W Trower Blvd, Mannford, OK
Network: fcn
Charging Type: Fast-charging-available • CHAdeMO-J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10309470
- Managing Agency: Us Army Corps of Engineers
- Agency Email: recreation.gov
- Agency Website: https://www.recreation.gov/
- Parent Park: Keystone Lake
- Park Website: /parks/keystone-lake/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Lakes and Reservoirs
- Parks Post Name: keystone-lake
- Parent Park Name: Keystone Lake
- Correct Park Type Mapping: keystone-lake
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 2.0
- States Covered: Oklahoma
- Managing Agencies: Us Army Corps of Engineers
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 130.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 564
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 130.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 564
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: oklahoma
- Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
- Park Type Slug: lakes-and-reservoirs
- Parent Park Slug: keystone-lake
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
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