Quartz Mountain Nature Park
Lone Wolf, OK
Red granite hills rising from the shores of Lake Altus-Lugert in the far southwest of the state. Good for a scramble, a swim and a quiet campsite away from the refuge crowds.
Quartz Mountain Nature Park (formerly Quartz Mountain State Park) lies in southwest Oklahoma at the western end of the Wichita Mountains, about 13 miles east of Mangum and 20 miles north of Altus; the nearest community is Lone Wolf. The park spreads along the west side of Lake Altus-Lugert, which was built in 1927 and expanded in 1940.
The area is known for its granite rock. Climbing at Baldy Point has been popular since the 1970s; the Access Fund bought the site in 2001 and donated it to the state. The park also has an 18-hole golf course and a lodge that reopened under private management in 2001. The Oklahoma Summer Arts Institute has been held here since 1978.
The Civilian Conservation Corps set up a camp in 1935, and in 1937 the National Park Service handed the completed park to the State of Oklahoma. It was one of the original seven Oklahoma state parks. Check offerings, access and overnight options with the park beforehand.
- Nearest town
- Lone Wolf, OK
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 34.8955, -99.3036
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, September and November. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Live Oak CampgroundMotorhome stopover0 mi from Quartz Mountain Nature Park · 7 pitchesMotorhomes
- River Run Campground NorthCampsite0 mi from Quartz Mountain Nature ParkTents
- Scissortail Campground (12-20)Motorhome stopover0 mi from Quartz Mountain Nature Park · 9 pitchesMotorhomes
- River Run Campground SouthCampsite0 mi from Quartz Mountain Nature ParkTents
- Scissortail Campground (1-10)Motorhome stopover0 mi from Quartz Mountain Nature Park · 10 pitchesMotorhomes
- Mountain View CampgroundMotorhome stopover1 mi from Quartz Mountain Nature Park · 5 pitchesMotorhomes
All campsites in Oklahoma · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Quartz Mountain Nature Park?
Quartz Mountain Nature Park is in Lone Wolf, OK, at GPS 34.8955, -99.3036. It is about 18 mi from Altus.
Can you camp near Quartz Mountain Nature Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Live Oak Campground, about 0 mi away; within 25 mi there are 12 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Quartz Mountain Nature Park?
Quartz Mountain Nature Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Bison and granite in the Wichita Mountains.
What is there to see near Quartz Mountain Nature Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Holy City of the Wichitas (40 mi), Mount Scott (45 mi), Oklahoma City National Memorial (108 mi) and Gloss Mountain State Park (109 mi).
When is the best time to visit Quartz Mountain Nature Park?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, September and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)