Snake Creek
Snake Creek Park is one of the most popular campgrounds on Tenkiller Ferry Lake. With modern facilities, convenient access to boating, and plenty of opportunities to view wildlife, it's no wonder campers come here year after year.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 109 |
| group shelter electric | 2 |
| group shelter nonelectric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 75 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
112 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 032 | 0512 | Electric | 75 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | ||
| 033 | 0512 | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |
| 035 | 0512 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |
| 036 | 0512 | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |
| 037 | 0512 | Electric | Back-in | 65 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |
| 038 | 0512 | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |
| 039 | 0512 | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |
| 040 | 0512 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |
| 041 | 0512 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |
| 042 | 0512 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 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 7:00 PM, checkout 3:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Sites 076, S001, S002, S003 and 3 more are listed accessible |
All campsites are equipped with electrical hookups, and the group shelters also have electricity. The park has flush toilets, hot showers, water hydrants, a swim beach, playground, dump station and boat ramps. A marina with concessions is adjacent to the campground. Of the ten marinas with concessions located on the lake, most offer boat and jet-ski rentals, and several have floating restaurants.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Gore, OK, go 15 miles northeast on Highway 100, then turn left and go 1/2 mile west on paved access road.
| Nearest town | Cookson, Oklahoma |
| Coordinates | 35.6475° N, 94.9722° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 13 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Atwoods ↗ | 17 mi |
| RV sales & service | Victory Lane Motors ↗ | 27.6 mi |
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Black Snake Creek Hut Campground - Near Dargo
Worth a stop
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.
- 0.2 miSnake Creek Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 2.1 miChicken Creek South Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
Public land it sits in
Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge begins about 11.7 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 11.7 miSequoyah National Wildlife Refuge ↗National Wildlife Refuge · Fish and Wildlife Service · 20,938 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
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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.
Recreation
Boating, fishing, 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.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Snake Creek?
Sites at Snake Creek are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Snake Creek?
Check-in 7:00 PM, checkout 3:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Snake Creek have?
112 sites, including 109 standard sites with power, 2 group shelter electric, and 1 group shelter nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Snake Creek?
Snake Creek is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Does Snake Creek have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Snake Creek?
The park has flush toilets, hot showers, water hydrants, a swim beach, playground, dump station and boat ramps.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Snake Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Snake Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Snake Creek?
Sites 076, S001, S002, and S003 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 7 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Snake Creek?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G and T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Snake Creek?
Boating, fishing, water skiing, hiking, and swimming are some of the activities enjoyed by visitors. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Snake Creek?
Cookson, Oklahoma. 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.
Source: Getting there
What if Snake Creek is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Chicken Creek (2.4 mi), Cookson Bend (4.1 mi), and Strayhorn Landing (5.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby