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Fawn Creek Youth Campground in Oklahoma
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Fawn Creek Youth Campground

Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, Oklahoma

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As of October 2026, Fawn Creek Youth Campground is a campground in Oklahoma with 4 campsites. Fawn Creek Youth Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Fawn Creek Youth Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

  • Campsites held at once: 4 campsite(s) held
  • Maximum consecutive stay: 7 consecutive nights
  • Maximum reservations at once: 12 reservations
  • Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Fawn Creek Youth Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Fawn Creek Youth Campground

  • Tent 4

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Fawn Creek Youth Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the 1 loop.

SiteTypeSleeps
Group Site ATent30
Group Site BTent30
Group Site CTent30
Group Site DTent30

About Fawn Creek Youth Campground

Overview

Fawn Creek is a designated youth group campground, available only to organized youth groups. For more information or determine if your youth group qualifies please contact the Refuge Visitor's Center at 580-429-3222, before making a reservation.

Examples of quilified groups:

  • Boy Scouts
  • Girl Scouts
  • Church Youth Groups
  • School Groups
  • Civic Youth Groups
  • University Organizations and Clubs

Worn by time and nature, the Wichita Mountains loom large above the prairie in southwest Oklahoma—a lasting refuge for wildlife. Situated just outside the Lawton/Ft. Sill area, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge preserves approximately 60,000 acres of mixed grass prairie, ancient granite mountains, and fresh water lakes and streams for the benefit of wildlife and the American people. Best known for its roaming herds of bison, longhorn, and Rocky Mountain elk, Wichita Mountains also offers quality opportunities for wildlife dependent recreation including fishing, bird watching, wildlife photography, hiking, camping, and kayaking.

Recreation

Fawn Creek Youth Campground is a primative campground, reserved for organized youth groups located on the west side of the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. Fawn Creek is within walking distance of quality fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and hiking. The Dog Run Hollow Trail System trailheads and French Lake offer visitors hours of outdoor recreational activities.

Facilities

Fawn Creek Youth Campground has 4 Groupsites, reserved for organized youth groups, located on a single loop. Each site has picnic tables, a firering and charcoal grill. Centrally located in the campground there are 2 vault toilets only, no water or electricity.

Natural Features

Explore ancient granite mountains. Find yourself in a cedar forest. Dare to discover wide open spaces and fresh water lakes meant to support wildlife like the American bison and Rocky Mountain elk. Fish. Hike. Photograph. Immerse yourself in the wild.

Nearby Attractions

Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge encompasses roughly 60,000 acres. Fawn Creek Youth Campground offers visitors opportunities to explore all areas of the refuge with a short drive. Head up Mount Scott or hang out at Prairie Dog Town. Bring your fishing pole, a set of binoculars, or your camera. The possibilities are endless.

Rules and notices at Fawn Creek Youth Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Fawn Creek Youth Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Fawn Creek Youth Campground is for organized youth groups through the university level (Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Church Youth Groups, ect.). For more Information Call 580-429-3222.

Fawn Creek Youth Campground sets on the edge of the Charon's Garden Wilderness Area. Group size limit for the Wilderness is a maximum of 15 people.

Accessing Charon's Garden Wilderness Area is only authorized at Sunset Picnic Area and the Post Oak/Treasure Lake parking areas. ( Access from Fawn Creek is discouraged in an effort protect the Wilderness Character. )

Know before you go...familiarize yourself with Wichita Mountain's rules and regulations https://www.fws.gov/refuge/Wichita_Mountains/visit/rules_and_regulations.html .

No cell phone coverage in campground.

In case of emergency, call 911.

Frequent weather changes occur. Be prepared for severe heat, wind, rain, and possible tornadoes.

For your safety, bison and longhorn are free roaming. Do not approach.

PUBLIC NOTICE: Boil order for all areas within the refuge. Click here https://www.fws.gov/uploadedFiles/Region_2/NWRS/Zone_1/Wichita_Mountains/Sections/Cosa/Visit/Boil%20Order_Refuge%20Drinking%20Water%200217%20508.pdf for more information.

Fawn Creek Youth Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Fawn Creek Youth Campground?

Fawn Creek Youth Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Fawn Creek Youth Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Fawn Creek Youth Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Fawn Creek Youth Campground have?

Fawn Creek Youth Campground has 4 campsites.

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