No detected openings were recorded in the last 90 days. Campsite Sniper monitors McFadden Day Use Picnic Shelter continuously and will alert you if that changes.
Of the 12 tracked reservation dates (May 1 – May 3, 2027): 12 open for online reservation.
Where the open windows are
Load status
May 1 – May 3, 2027Of the open reservation dates on mapped day-use units, 4 fall on weekdays and 8 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
May 2027 – May 2027May holds the most room. 12 of 12 reservation dates are still open there.
Holiday windows — day use
Units open per date · of 4 shelters| Window | Date | Units open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked date.
Availability by shelter
Most open reservation dates · tracked window| Shelter | Open reservation dates |
|---|---|
| McFadden Day Use Pinic Shelter 1 | 3 |
| McFadden Day Use Pinic Shelter 2 | 3 |
| McFadden Day Use Pinic Shelter 3 | 3 |
| McFadden Day Use Pinic Shelter 4 | 3 |
The 4 shelters with the most open reservation dates in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Tracked window
CoverageCampsite Sniper's data for this facility starts May 1, 2027. That is about 180 days after the current snapshot was taken, so dates before May 1, 2027 are not covered by what Campsite Sniper tracks here — they are not known to be unavailable. The reservation dates shown on this page describe May 1, 2027 onwards only. Check Recreation.gov for earlier dates.
Reservation dates
All 4 shelters with current availability
| Shelter | Open reservation dates | Consecutive dates | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| McFadden Day Use Pinic Shelter 1 | 3 | 3 dates | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| McFadden Day Use Pinic Shelter 2 | 3 | 3 dates | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| McFadden Day Use Pinic Shelter 3 | 3 | 3 dates | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| McFadden Day Use Pinic Shelter 4 | 3 | 3 dates | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
About McFadden Day Use Picnic Shelter
Overview
McFadden day Use Area is situated along the banks of Kaw Lake in north central Oklahoma. It is located near Kaw Lake dam and Hideaway Marina and convenient to several recreational day use areas.
Recreation
The lake and river are known for producing some of Oklahoma's largest catfish, as well as crappie, white bass and walleye, making it a popular destination for anglers.
Hunters' skills are tested with excellent populations of whitetail deer, turkey, quail, rabbit and squirrel. During the fall waterfowl seasons Kaw Lake often attracts large numbers of migrating ducks and geese.
During the winter visitors are likely to spot migrating bald eagles, as Kaw Lake has one of the biggest populations in the state.
Facilities
McFadden Day Use Area offers 4 Picnic Shelters with individual water hookups as well as a vault toilet in the area. The boat ramp is right around the bend.
Natural Features
The lake covers 17,000 surface acres and has 168 miles of shoreline. Completed in 1976, the dam and lake help provide a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts of all types.
Nearby Attractions
The area holds a number of historical sites, including several Native American settlements, archeological sites and the Pioneer Woman Museum.
Getting there
View on Recreation.gov ↗ Get directions ↗
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at McFadden Day Use Picnic Shelter?
Reservations for McFadden Day Use Picnic Shelter are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 12 of 12 tracked reservation dates are open (100%), though availability can change. Pick the shelter on the map to see its reservation calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this facility for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 16:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
Which month has the most availability at McFadden Day Use Picnic Shelter?
May 2027, with 12 open reservation dates in the current snapshot of 12.
When is the next open date at McFadden Day Use Picnic Shelter?
Campsite Sniper cannot answer that from the current snapshot. The availability data held for McFadden Day Use Picnic Shelter begins May 1, 2027 — about 180 days after this snapshot was taken, so any earlier dates are outside what Campsite Sniper is tracking here rather than known to be unavailable. Check Recreation.gov for dates before May 1, 2027.
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