McGee Creek State Park
campground offers eight lake huts, each with a screened-in porch, bunkbeds, air conditioning and a fireplace — just be sure to bring your own linens. The 1.4-mile Potapo Hill Trail is located nearby with lots of big rocks for kids to climb and stellar views of the lake. The Buster Hight campground has many paved campsites with both water and electricity, comfort stations with showers and a large playground. This area also includes a lighted fishing dock for any bass fishermen eager to cast a line, as well as a designated swim beach for the entire family to enjoy.
Resting along the southwest edge of the Ouachita Mountains awaits the often- overlooked McGee Creek State Park, located just outside of Atoka and about 2-and-a- half hours from the OKC metro. If you’re looking for solitude, the peaceful waters and seemingly untouched trails of this gorgeous wilderness will offer the respite your family is after. Overnight guests can choose from one of several lake huts, RV or tent sites scattered across two campgrounds. The Potapo
This quiet park is teeming with wildlife and its 25 miles of trails will accommodate hikers and mountain bikers alike to explore the scenic landscape. The Little Bugaboo overlook parking area is a great starting place to hike along Rocky Point Trail . Another popular trail begins at the park office, taking visitors around both the South Rim and Little Bugaboo Trail for a 3.8-mile loop through a beautiful forest with creek crossings. Visit in late autumn to witness the park’s fall foliage on full display!
VISIT IN THE FALL TO ENJOY SPECTACULAR FOLIAGE ON LITTLE BUGABOO TRAIL.
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