Amenities

Ski Point

Ski Point is our most popular day use area with sun and shade for your enjoyment. Picnic tables, a pavilion, and a sand volleyball court add options for your use. A lot of room to play and great new people to meet.

Playground

Located on the south end of Ski Point beach, the playground is one of the newest additions to the lake.

Fishing Dock

Especially popular in the winter, our fishing dock is heated and has water access indoors. In the summer there will be several people fishing around the outside of it.

Lake Side Convenience Store

Cowboy Corner at LCB offers groceries, pizza, fountain drinks, firewood, live bait, camping supplies and non-ethanol gasoline.

Website (Facebook) 405-743-1977

Fuel Dock

The fuel dock is located across the cove from the primary boat ramps, on the same side as the store, and is a great way to refuel without having to pull your boat out.

Camping

Camping is very popular at Lake Carl Blackwell with 7 camping areas available. The lake offers both Primitive (Roughing It Sites) as well as RV sites with electric hook ups and water hydrants. Dump Stations are available at the Trail Head Restroom Facility. Book your site today online by clicking link below. CampSpot

Make reservation

Cabins

Our Cabin Village at Lake Carl Blackwell features both Annually leased cabins and nightly rental cabins. Originally built in 1938 the nightly units have been fully remodeled and are ready for your family to come and enjoy. Cabin Village is conveniently located to our lake store, indoor crappie dock, on the water fuel dock, and many other great amenities.

Cabin rental page Make reservation

Fishing

Lake Carl Blackwell is not an easy lake to fish. Patience and a willingness to get to know the lake is required for success. That does not mean fishing is not fun at LCB, it only means it's a challenge. Check out our enclosed fishing dock. State Fishing License and LCB Use Permit is required. Noodling is not allowed at Lake Carl Blackwell.

Fishing License

Boating

Half of Lake Carl Blackwell’s 3,350 acres of water are designated for skiing and the other half contains subsurface trees that remain from construction of the lake. While skiing on the west end is prohibited, the trees make for a great habitat for fish.

Park Area Map

Bike Trails

Shredder's Gulch is where to find the bike trails. Ramps and other features are scattered across the campground.

Bike Trails Map

Equestrian Trails

The main trailhead starts across the road from Hunts Meadow but can be picked up from several locations around the lake. With over 60 miles of trails, you are sure to find your perfect trail.

Equestrian Trails Map

Hiking Trails

This walking trail is a loop from Raccoon Ridge to Hunts Meadow running 4.5 miles. Wide and built with a gravel path, this is our newest trail.

Weaver's Way Trail Map

Local Businesses

Picked fresh and sourced locally, these local businesses have brought their cards to the office to provide services to the general area.

Business Card Directory

Pavilions

Having a party or get-together? Our many pavilions would be a great place to host your next event!

Pavilion Rental Page

Football Schedule

It can get pretty busy around game days. Be sure to make reservations in advance for water and electric sites in one of our many campgrounds.

Official Schedule

Disc Golf

A great course for every disc golf enthusiast with a full 18 holes to play. Challenge your friends or just play for fun over at Ski Point.

More Info (udisc.com)

Annual Pass Discount for OSU Employees
Come experience America's Brightest Orange at Oklahoma State University's Lake Carl Blackwell! Did you know that, as an OSU student, or employee you can purchase an annual vehicle park pass for $25 per year? For the price of just 5 day passes, this gives you access to shore fishing, hiking/cycling/running our trails, beach time and picnicking. Permits will be ready to purchase from July 1 2024!

So, if you’d like to join our community and enjoy relaxation and recreating, you can purchase an annual permit by going to the OSU Parking Portal log in with your OKEY, go to Get Permits and on the Select Permit and Permit Agreement screen scroll down to LCB Park Permit and follow the instructions. Your pass will be ready to pick up at our Lake Park Office within 48 hours.

Questions? Please call us at 405.372.5157 or email lcb@okstate.edu.

We look forward to welcoming you to our wonderful lake!