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Lake Carl Blackwell

A family-friendly recreational retreat.
Oklahoma State University’s Lake Carl Blackwell is located a few miles west of our Stillwater campus. The OSU Lake Carl Blackwell community welcomes visitors from all walks of life, from our students, staff, and faculty to local residents and beyond! With a plentiful amount of RV and tent sites, along with cabins, we have room for everyone! The lake is perfect for excellent fishing, fun boating activities, and swimming areas. Our substantial shoreline offers plenty of space for picnicking, beach volleyball, equestrian trail riding, and other recreational activities. We are surrounded by wildlife, including deer, who enjoy the serenity of these surroundings.
 
Additionally, we have a walking trail that is suitable for all abilities, a tournament standard disc golf course, and 3 pavilions that can be rented for your events and celebrations.
 
Our lakeside store, Cowboy Corner at Lake Carl Blackwell is also located on site for your convenience.
 
Visit us and experience all the wonderful choices at OSU’s Lake Carl Blackwell.
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Reservations

The quickest way to make your reservation is to head over to CampSpot. There, you can reserve RV/tent sites, a rustic, cozy cabin, a pavilion for your next gathering and lots more.

Events

For all the events we host and those that we host for others! If you have something in mind and you would like a great place to do it, let us know. You can reach us through the Contact Us button!

Permits

We have all of them! Dailys for picnicking, fishing, hiking, and swimming. Our Annual Permits are a great option for those of you that love spending time out here!

Campgrounds

Our nightly campgrounds are all unique and a perfect place to relax, unwind and get back to nature. Sunsets and deer are our favorite sights!

Cabins

Want to get away from the rush of everyday life and get comfortably immersed in nature? We have a selection to pick from. From our small and intimate Cabin 4 to our Bunkhouse made to sleep up to sixteen and everything in between, you’ll find the right fit.

Amenities

We have many options for you! Along with fishing, equestrian trails, and picnicking as favorites, we also have boating, disc golf, hiking trails, a swimming beach and even bird watching!

Annual Lease Application (pdf)

These campgrounds are leased annually. To find out more, please call 405.744.3855!

Regulations

Yes, we have a few of them, and you can read them here! Always good to be “in the know”!  Need to find a form or application?

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Find your way around the lake.
There's a lot here.  Well over 3,300 acres of water and hundreds of campsites, it could be easy to get a little turned around.
(These maps are good for a quick look but if you're looking for availability and a more interactive map, try the one at Campspot.)
Map of Lake Carl BlackwellMap of Cabin Court.
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