Longdale

The Longdale boat ramp provides mid-lake access to Canton Lake on the North Canadian River in northwest Oklahoma, located about 6 miles east of Canton via Highway 58. This two-lane concrete ramp with docks and paved parking serves as a convenient launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats accessing the expansive 485-mile North Canadian River system. **Day-use passes are required for all non-camping visitors**—registered campers can obtain a complimentary day-use camper pass from the campground host, while day visitors must purchase a valid pass at the gate house.

The North Canadian River at Canton Lake is a major waterway with an average flow of 3,100+ cubic feet per second and a modest 2.8 ft/mile gradient, making it suitable for various paddling skill levels depending on current conditions. The shoreline features native vegetation including cottonwoods, oak, and willow, creating scenic paddling opportunities. The area supports fishing, swimming at Sandy Cove, and camping facilities, making it a full-service recreation destination. For more information or to make camping reservations, contact the facility at 580-886-2989.

Overview
Longdale Campground is located on Canton Lake in northwest Oklahoma on the North Canadian River, about 6 miles from the town of Canton and 2.5 miles from the town of Longdale.
Canton Lake hosts a large number of campers, picnickers, boaters, fishermen, and hunters every year, as one of the few places in western Oklahoma to offer such a huge variety of activities. Recreation
Canton...

Overview
Longdale Campground is located on Canton Lake in northwest Oklahoma on the North Canadian River, about 6 miles from the town of Canton and 2.5 miles from the town of Longdale.
Canton Lake hosts a large number of campers, picnickers, boaters, fishermen, and hunters every year, as one of the few places in western Oklahoma to offer such a huge variety of activities. Recreation
Canton Lake is known for its fishing opportunities, especially walleye fishing. The Walleye Rodeo fishing derby is held annually in mid-May and draws thousands of visitors to the area for the 4 day event.

Personal watercraft use, tubing and water skiing are popular on the broad expanse of water parelling the dam where the winds are subdued and the lake's gently sloping sandy beaches are inviting for swimmers and sunbathers. Facilities
This year-round campground offers 35 primitive campsites and one day-use group picnic shelter with electrical outlets. All campsites are nonelectric. Water hydrants are scattered throughout the campground. Drinking water is unavailable from November through March but during this time, camping is free.
Natural Features
The shores of Canton Lake and the North Canadian River are covered with eastern cottonwood, post and blackjack oak, black willow, buttonbush and roughleaf dogwood. The campground offers some shade trees among its open grassy areas.
Nearby Attractions
A major attraction for hunters is the 14,862-acre Canton Wildlife Management Area. This area, operated by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation is home to whitetail deer, wild turkey, bobwhite quail, squirrel, rabbits, dove and several varieties of waterfowl. There are several resturants located within 3 miles of the lake and also a casino and 9 hole golf course. There is a Disc Golf Course about 8 miles from the campground in the Big Bend Recreation Area. Roman Nose State Park and Glass Mountains State Park are only about a half hour or so drive from the lake.

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