Taylor Lake campground
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Taylor Lake
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and access to potable water, but there are no electrical, sewer, or shower facilities available. The campsites are first-come, first-served, and there are 10 primitive sites available.
An interesting fact about the area is that the Taylor Lake Dam was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s as part of a New Deal initiative to create jobs during the Great Depression.
The best time of year to visit Taylor Lake Camping Area is during the fall months of October and November, when the weather is cool and comfortable with average temperatures between 50-70°F. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful fall foliage and the peaceful setting without the summer crowds. Overall, Taylor Lake Camping Area is a great destination for those seeking a quiet, rustic camping experience in a picturesque setting.
What's on-site at Taylor Lake
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Taylor Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Creek Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fuqua Lake | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Collier Landing City | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Edgewater Park - Lawton | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Medicine Creek Rv Military - Fort Sill | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Taylor Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Washita River Near Cement | 4 cfs | → |
| Little Washita River East Of Ninnekah | 9 cfs | → |
| Washita River At Alex | 192 cfs | → |
| Little Washita River Near Cyril | 1 cfs | → |
| Little Washita River Ab Scs Pond No 26 Nr Cyril | 0 cfs | → |
| North Criner Creek Near Criner | 0 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Taylor Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Taylor Lake
Can I make reservations at Taylor Lake?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Taylor Lake?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Taylor Lake.