Platter Flats
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — DENISON · Texas · Lake Texoma
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Lake Texoma |
| Location | DENISON · Texas · Lake Texoma · 33.92160, -96.54769 · Map |
| Sites | 66 public sites counted from the federal listing — 35 equestrian electric; 27 standard electric; 3 equestrian nonelectric; 1 group shelter electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 63 of 66 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 65 of 66 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 66 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 66 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 65 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 65 sites · 30 ft: 65 sites · 35 ft: 62 sites · 40 ft: 59 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 6:00 PM · Out 4:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 27 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 580-434-5864 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-03-11.
From the official listing
Overview Platter Flats Campground is located on Lake Texoma in Oklahoma's Cross Timbers Region. The lake is said to be the "Playground of the Southwest," where outdoor activities like fishing, boating, hiking and hunting abound. Recreation Lake Texoma is a large reservoir with an excellent fishery and many access points. Boating, swimming, water skiing, hunting, birding and relaxing on the sandy beaches are the typical pursuits of most visitors.
The lake is known as the "Striper Capital of the World," one of the few reservoirs in the nation where striped bass reproduce naturally. Other popular species include largemouth and smallmouth bass, white bass, hybrid striped bass, white crappie, black crappie, channel catfish and blue catfish.
Also available is the scenic Cross Timbers hiking trail, a very popular trail that winds for 14 miles above the lake on rocky ledges and through blackjack woodland. Forty miles of equestrian trails surround the lake as well. Facilities This campground offers 26 family campsites with electrical/water hookups, 35 equestrian sites with hookups, and 3 equestrian tent sites without hookups. A day-use group picnic shelter with electricity is available.
Other amenities include flush and vault toilets, showers and drinking water. A dump station, boat ramp and dock are located on-site. Natural Features The campground is situated on the eastern side of Lake Texoma. Post and blackjack oaks forest the rolling hills of the region. Deer, turkeys, bobcats, hawks, waterfowl and songbirds are abundant around the lake. Nearby Attractions The lake features two wildlife refuges, two state parks and 23 commercial concession areas dedicated to the enjoyment of over six million visitors annually.
Directions, from the listing
From Colbert, Oklahoma, travel 5 miles north on US 75, turn west 5 miles to Platter Flats, OK, then follow signs to the campground. Physical address: 867 Trail Ride Road, Platter, OK 74753.
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Trip Card — Platter Flats
DENISON · Texas · Lake Texoma
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | DENISON · Texas · Lake Texoma |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 63 |
| Max RV | Up to 65 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 66 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233586 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.