About Black Kettle Campground
Campground is located at an elevation of 2,100 feet and has 12 camping units.
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Black Kettle Campground
Crawford, Oklahoma · Roger Mills County · Campground
Campground is located at an elevation of 2,100 feet and has 12 camping units.
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35.74517, -99.71429
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Weather at Black Kettle Campground
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Rain Showers
97°/74°
💧 9%🌬 18mph
↑ 6:40 AM ↓ 8:49 PM
Sat
Overcast
101°/77°
💧 1%🌬 14mph
↑ 6:41 AM ↓ 8:49 PM
Sun
Overcast
106°/75°
🌬 19mph
↑ 6:42 AM ↓ 8:48 PM
Mon
Partly Cloudy
110°/81°
🌬 17mph
↑ 6:43 AM ↓ 8:47 PM
Tue
Overcast
110°/82°
🌬 17mph
↑ 6:43 AM ↓ 8:46 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
What to Pack for Your Stay
Tuned to the live forecast for this park.
👔 What to Wear
- UPF sun shirt (long sleeve)Cooler than direct sun on bare skin.
- Light shorts/skirtLoose-fit, breathable.
- Wide-brimmed sun hatPlus a buff/bandana you can wet for cooling.
- Polarized sunglassesCritical for glare from sun + sand/water.
🎒 What to Pack
- WaterBring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
- High-energy snacksA snack for the trail.
- Sun protection (UV 8)SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
- First-aid kitBlister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
- Offline mapDownload your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to Black Kettle Campground
Heading to Black Kettle Campground? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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