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Tenkiller Ferry Lake - COE/Chicken Creek
Overview
Tenkiller Ferry Lake - COE/Chicken Creek offers a scenic retreat on the shores of one of Oklahoma's most beautiful bodies of water. Managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, this campground is widely celebrated for its crystalline waters and towering limestone bluffs. It provides a peaceful, natural atmosphere where travelers can reconnect with the environment while enjoying the rugged beauty of the Cookson Hills and the lake's iconic shoreline.
Location & Surroundings
Situated near Cookson, Oklahoma, Chicken Creek is tucked into a picturesque landscape of rolling hills and lush forests. The park sits directly on the shores of Lake Tenkiller, offering many campsites with direct views of the water. The surrounding area is characterized by dense hardwoods and rocky terrain, creating a secluded feel despite being easily accessible from regional highways. It is a prime destination for those seeking quiet lakeside living and fresh air.
Amenities & Park Features
The campground features various sites equipped with electric hookups, accommodating both 30 and 50-amp needs. While most sites offer a paved pad for stability, the park maintains its rustic charm with shared water access and a central on-site dump station for convenience. Visitors have access to clean shower facilities and vault toilets. For recreation, the park includes a boat ramp, a designated swimming beach, and a playground, making it easy to enjoy the lake's diverse recreational opportunities.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Beyond the campground, visitors can explore the many wonders of the Emerald of Oklahoma. The lake is a premier spot for scuba diving and snorkeling due to its exceptional underwater clarity. Nearby Tenkiller State Park offers additional hiking trails, a nature center, and bird-watching spots. Anglers will find excellent fishing for bass and crappie in the lake, or they can head to the Lower Illinois River just below the dam for world-class trout fishing and paddling adventures.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and families who prioritize natural beauty and water-based activities over luxury resort amenities. It is a fantastic choice for boaters and fishermen who want easy access to the water for long days on the lake. Because it is a COE park, it offers an affordable camping experience for budget-conscious travelers looking to enjoy the great outdoors in a well-maintained, scenic setting.
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- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
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User Reviews
Pixie Cherry
Beautiful, quiet, older park. About 1/2 the spaces are at least lake view, several lakefront. Huge lake! The bathrooms are breezy and chilly, bathrooms were ok though. No sewer hookups but there's a dump site. Many of the spaces are not very level. I loved this park! We stayed in space 75. Not a lot of shade, but big, level, excellent lake view. There was no water spigot in the space, we hooked up to an empty nearby space.
Shane Thompson
Good size park, camping was not super busy but clean and well maintained the park is older with some slightly awkward angles for RVs but overall a great expirence. Boat ramp was very busy on Saturday but provided good entertainment
thomas wondrock
Great experience. Was cold when we went but still great. Camp host checked on us multiple time to make sure we didn't need anything. Our site was right on the water. Site 037 couldn't have asked for a better experience.
Steph Bradshaw
Many spots with pads for tents and rv’s available. Lots of shade, bathrooms with showers if you need it. Quick walk to the lake for swimming, fishing and boating. Water, and electricity. Easy reservations for overnight camping, and free day use. Quiet hours 10pm-6am. Many birds and frogs and squirrels and deer.
Anita Brooks
So nice! Loved every second. The Chicken Creek store makes the best Hamburgers. The gate people and park ranger Noah were so helpful!!!