Army Corps of Engineers · Oklahoma
Washunga Bay
Army Corps of Engineers · Oklahoma, United States
- Sites
- 37
- Hookups
- 37 electric, 37 with water
- Season
- March 15 to November 29
- Drinking water
- Yes
- Showers
- Yes
- Dump station
- Yes
- Pets
- Yes
- Elevation
- 1,063 ft
- Dark sky
- Bortle class 1
- Cell coverage
- T-Mobile weak · Verizon weak · AT&T good (carriers' 4G LTE filings to the FCC, 2025-12; not measured here)
- Lake
- Kaw Lake
- Nearest town
- PONCA CITY
- Address
- 9400 LAKE ROAD, PONCA CITY, OK, 74604-9629
- Phone
- 580-762-5611
- Activities
- Boating, Camping, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing
18 numbered sites are mapped one by one - open the site map to pick yours.
About
Overview
Washunga Bay Campground is situated along the banks of Kaw Lake in north central Oklahoma.
Recreation
The lake and river are known for producing some of Oklahoma's largest catfish, as well as crappie, white bass and walleye, making it a popular destination for anglers.
Hikers and horseback riders are attracted to the beautiful trails along the eastern shore. The Eagle View Hiking Trail is approximately 12 miles long and runs between Osage Cove and Burbank Landing. The Five Fingers Equestrian Trail extends from Burbank Landing to the Sarge Creek Cove Public Use Area.
Hunters' skills are tested with excellent populations of whitetail deer, turkey, quail, rabbit and squirrel. During the fall waterfowl seasons Kaw Lake often attracts large numbers of migrating ducks and geese.
During the winter visitors are likely to spot migrating bald eagles, as Kaw Lake has one of the biggest populations in the state.
Facilities
Washunga Bay Campground offers 24 campsites with modern amenities like electric hookups, drinking water and flush toilets. A boat ramp provides easy access to the lake.
Natural Features
The lake covers 17,000 surface acres and has 168 miles of shoreline. Completed in 1976, the dam and lake help provide a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts of all types.
Nearby Attractions
The area holds a number of historical sites, including several Native American settlements, archeological sites and the Pioneer Woman Museum.
Weather, month by month
| Month | Typical high | Typical low | Coldest night | Hottest day | Years with a night below 32°F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 27° | 3° | 63° | 11 of 11 |
| February | 51° | 32° | -23° | 78° | 9 of 11 |
| March | 63° | 42° | 21° | 79° | 6 of 11 |
| April | 74° | 51° | 31° | 88° | 1 of 11 |
| May | 77° | 62° | 48° | 91° | 0 of 11 |
| June | 90° | 72° | 54° | 98° | 0 of 11 |
| July | 91° | 74° | 64° | 99° | 0 of 11 |
| August | 90° | 72° | 63° | 104° | 0 of 11 |
| September | 87° | 68° | 53° | 97° | 0 of 11 |
| October | 70° | 52° | 35° | 87° | 0 of 10 |
| November | 62° | 42° | 18° | 79° | 3 of 10 |
| December | 50° | 34° | 17° | 74° | 8 of 10 |
Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at this spot (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.
Nearby campgrounds
- Sarge Creek · Army Corps of Engineers · 3 mi · 52 sites
- Coon Creek (Ok) · Army Corps of Engineers · 4 mi · 57 sites
- Bear Creek Cove · Army Corps of Engineers · 5 mi · 22 sites
- Osage Cove · Army Corps of Engineers · 6 mi · 95 sites
- Sandy Park · Army Corps of Engineers · 8 mi · 12 sites
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