Elk Creek Landing
Campground · Oklahoma · 43 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Cherokee Oklahoma Tribal Statistical Area (D6)
- 43
- Bookable sites
- 84 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 50
- People per site
- 2
- Accessible sites
- 676 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Elk Creek Landing Park is a nice, quiet, enjoyable campground on Tenkiller Ferry Lake. It has modern facilities and handy access to the lake. The region features breathtaking views of 200-foot limestone bluffs rising from the lake.Recreation
Fishing, boating, water skiing, hiking, and swimming are some of the activities enjoyed by visitors. Prevailing winds and secluded coves create an ideal environment for sailing. Scuba divers enjoy the lake's clear waters and high visibility. Fishing is good for black bass, white bass, striped bass, crappie and catfish. The trout stream below the dam is one of only two year-round trout fisheries in Oklahoma, and is regularly stocked with rainbow trout. Hunting is also permitted in parts of the lake area, in accordance with federal and state laws.Facilities
About half the campsites are equipped with electric hookups, and the two group shelters are nonelectric. The park has flush toilets, hot showers, water hydrants, dump station and a boat ramp. A marina with concessions is near the campground. Of the ten marinas with concessions located on the lake, most offer boat and jet-ski rentals, and several have floating restaurants.Natural Features
Tenkiller Ferry Lake is often referred to as "Oklahoma's clear water paradise." The 12,500 acre lake is sourced by the Illinois River and the Baron Fork, which are both designated as Oklahoma Scenic Rivers. It is nestled in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains in the northeastern part of the state. This area, known as Green Country, is surrounded by dense oak-hickory forests, tall bluffs, and rolling hills. The lake has 130 miles of shoreline with plenty of wildlife such as deer and turkey. It serves as one of the flyways of migratory birds, including bald eagles, common loons, and white pelicans.Nearby Attractions
Visit the Tenkiller State Park for its nature center and scuba diving park, the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge near Vian, or the historic city of Tahlequah - the capital of the Cherokee Nation. The scenic upper Illinois River near Tahlequah is great for canoeing and rafting, and the lower Illinois near Gore offers prime trout fishing.The facts
- 43 bookable sites
- 2 sites for day use only
- 2 accessible sites
- Vehicles up to 84 ft
- Up to 50 people per site
- Loops: A
Site types
- 25 Standard Nonelectric
- 16 Standard Electric
- 2 Group Shelter Nonelectric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
43 campsites at Elk Creek Landing
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 | |
| — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 | |
| 01 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 02 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 03 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 04 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 05 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 06 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 07 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 08 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 09 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 14 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 44 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 15 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 16 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 28 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 17 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 32 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 18 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 42 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 19 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 49 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 20 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 52 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 21 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 42 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 22 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Lakefront | 42 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 23 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 33 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 24 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 29 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 25 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 26 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 26 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 28 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 27 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 33 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 28 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 72 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 29 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 84 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 30 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 31 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 42 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 32 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 33 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 34 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 35 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 36 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 37 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 38 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 39 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| S001 | A | Group Shelter Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | — | 50 | ♿ 🐾 |
| S002 | A | Group Shelter Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | — | 50 | ♿ 🐾 |
Getting there
From Tahlequah, OK, go 14 miles southeast on Highway 82, then turn right and go a mile on the paved access road.
35.75139, -94.90250 · 35°45'5.0"N 94°54'9.0"W
Typical weather
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| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 3.0 | 2.7 | 4.5 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 4.6 | 4.0 | 3.7 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.2 | 3.4 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Elk Creek Landing
- Can you reserve a site at Elk Creek Landing?
- Yes, Elk Creek Landing is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Elk Creek Landing have?
- 43 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Elk Creek Landing?
- 84 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Elk Creek Landing?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Elk Creek Landing.
- Does Elk Creek Landing have hookups?
- Electric, Water.
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Contact
- Phone 918-487-5252
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-04-01.
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