Fee: No parking pass required. Camping fees apply; reserve at travelok.com or (877) 657-2757.
About this park
Black Mesa State Park lies in Oklahoma's panhandle along the tri-state border with Colorado and New Mexico. The mesa takes its name from the layer of black lava rock that coated it about 30 million years ago. The adjoining nature preserve is operated by the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department with the state park. It covers about 1,600 acres where visitors can hike and see 23 rare plants and eight rare animal species. The area marks where the Rocky Mountains meet the shortgrass prairie, and many species are at the eastern or western edge of their range. The park has campsites that can be reserved online.
Black Mesa State Park FAQ
Where is Black Mesa State Park located?
Black Mesa State Park is in Kenton, Oklahoma, at 11546 N Lake Rd. GPS coordinates: 36.8423, -102.8828. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Black Mesa State Park?
No parking pass required. Camping fees apply; reserve at travelok.com or (877) 657-2757. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Black Mesa State Park?
You can call (580) 665-8396. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Black Mesa State Park?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Purgatoire Campground (126.0 mi, reservable)
- Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel NF (CO) (128.6 mi, reservable)
- Bear Lake Campground (Co) (128.8 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Black Mesa State Park?
This listing was last updated on October 6, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.