Short Mountain Cove
Short Mountain Cove contains 42 campsites, 2 playgrounds, a basketball goal, boat ramp and courtesy dock. Short Mountain Cove sits along the shady banks of Robert S. Kerr Reservoir.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 41 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
42 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Electric | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | ||
| 02 | Electric | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | ||
| 03 | Electric | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | ||
| 05 | Electric | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | ||
| 06 | Electric | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | ||
| 07 | Electric | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | ||
| 08 | Electric | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | ||
| 09 | Electric | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | ||
| 10 | Electric | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | ||
| 11 | Electric | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 06:00 PM, checkout 04:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Site PS1 is listed accessible |
Short Mountain Cove contains 42 campsites, 2 playgrounds, a basketball goal, boat ramp and courtesy dock.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
| Nearest town | Keota, Oklahoma |
| Area | Recreation.gov lists no exact point for this campground. The recreation area is at 35.35° N, 94.78° W. Call the office before you drive. |
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Natural features
Robert S. Kerr Reservoir is located within the Cookson Hills, on the Arkansas River in Sequoyah, Le Flore, Haskell, and Muskogee counties in eastern Oklahoma, US. It is about eight miles south of the nearest major town, Sallisaw, Oklahoma. The reservoir is impounded by Robert S. Kerr Lock and Dam at river mile 336.2 (km 541.1) on the Arkansas River, just a few miles below its confluence with the Canadian River. The lock and dam are part of the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System, which provides for barge navigation on the Arkansas River and some of its tributaries.
Recreation
With over 250 miles of shoreline and 43,000 surface acres, R.S. Kerr has long been recognized for its outstanding fishing. Crappie, sand bass, catfish, and black bass in the lake reach record size. Boating and kayaking are popular activities in the area. A boat ramp is provided at the campground for easy access to the water. A variety of hiking trails wind throughout the hills and along the shoreline, offering additional activities for campers.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Short Mountain Cove?
Sites at Short Mountain Cove are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Short Mountain Cove?
Check-in 06:00 PM, checkout 04:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Short Mountain Cove have?
43 sites, including 41 standard sites with power and 1 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Short Mountain Cove?
Short Mountain Cove is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Does Short Mountain Cove have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Short Mountain Cove?
Yes, pets are allowed at Short Mountain Cove. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Short Mountain Cove?
Site PS1 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Short Mountain Cove?
With over 250 miles of shoreline and 43,000 surface acres, R.S. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Short Mountain Cove?
Keota, Oklahoma.
Source: Getting there