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Birch Cove

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Fishing and swimming draw most visitors to Birch Cove, an Army Corps of Engineers campground on Birch Lake outside Skiatook, Oklahoma. The campground runs through several loops, with lakeside sites filling quickly, particularly among RV campers. Tent campers tend to gravitate toward sites up the hill and away from the water. The season runs April 1 through October 30, and the northern loops close during winter months, leaving only a handful of sites near the boat ramp accessible in the off-season.

Sites include paved parking pads, picnic tables, grills, and fire rings, with enough tree cover to provide a windbreak against Oklahoma's persistent winds. As Annie C. notes, "all sites had electric and there was a shared water pump for every two sites." Shower houses are distributed across the loops and are cleaned daily. Deer are commonly spotted in the evening, and reviewers have noted turtles and snakes active in the late afternoon near the water. No hiking trails run through the campground itself.

RVs up to 132 feet can be accommodated with electric and water hookups, and a dump station is on-site. A campground host and manned gatehouse are present during the season. Reservations are available. Campers who want to explore campgrounds around Birch Lake will find additional options in the area, and the nearby town of Pawhuska, roughly 13 miles northwest, has restaurants worth a stop. Twin Cove Point sits less than a mile away and is worth considering for campers who want a different site configuration on the same lake.

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Map & DirectionsBirch Cove is located in Oklahoma near Pawhuska

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Directions

From Tulsa, take Highway 75 north to Hwy 20 west. First light in Skiatook turn right (north) on Hwy 11 to Barnsdall for 19 miles. Take a left on West Chestnut Avenue, then left on South Eighth Street at T. Travel 3 miles and Birch Cove entrance will be on the right.

Address

14004 Lake Road
Skiatook, OK 74070-9803

Coordinates

36.5344444 N
96.1622222 W

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Connectivity

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Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile5G
    Excellent Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    Verizon5G
    Excellent Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    AT&T5G
    Good Coverage

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Many campers appreciated the well-maintained sites with paved pads and good tree cover, plus clean facilities and helpful hosts. The recreation area centers around a large lake for water activities, with most finding it a comfortable base for outdoor recreation.

Reviewed Nov. 7, 2020

Part of the Campground is Closed for the Winter

The northern most part of the campground is closed for the winter months but the southern end close to the boat ramp is open with just a few sites.  There is a park host onsite.  I rode through and did not see a bathhouse or bathroom.  The  camp is a bit further south than is depicted on the maps.  It is south of the dam and well marked.

Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Birch Cove by Sandy O., November 7, 2020
  • Review photo of Birch Cove by Sandy O., November 7, 2020
Reviewed Sep. 18, 2020

Birch Cove Campground

We had a spectacular spot with nothing in our view except hardwood forest. The road in front of our spot was a little busy as it was the main road to the fishing dock and it was a nice hill for kids to ride scooters and skateboards on. But all in all it was quiet and relaxing.

  • Review photo of Birch Cove by Ron K., September 18, 2020
  • Review photo of Birch Cove by Ron K., September 18, 2020
  • Review photo of Birch Cove by Ron K., September 18, 2020
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Reviewed Oct. 25, 2017

Birch Cove Recreation Area

This is a nice, newer feeling recreation area with a large lake for boating, fishing and water sports. The campground is large with several loops and sites on and off the lake. Most of the sites on the lake were taken by RV'ers, with most tent campers choosing sites up the hill away from the lake (and lake noise). I was in site 44 which backs up to the woods (making it easier to gather downed wood for my fire and cooking). I thought I was going to have the back end of the loop all to myself, but lucky me, someone with a camper decided to be my next-door neighbor. Sigh. It was a fairly nice site with a paved parking pad, picnic table, grill, and fire ring, with plenty of level space for my tent and trees for my hammock. The trees provided a nice wind break from the relentless Oklahoma winds. The shower house on my loop (there was one on each loop and it seemed like a few spare mixed in) was clean and maintained daily. The actual shower portion had two stalls, one handicap accessible, and both with a few resident spiders. Speaking of wildlife, there were plenty of deer in the field in the evening and several turtles and snakes hanging out in the late afternoon. All sites had electric and there was a shared water pump for every two sites. The Recreation Area had a manned gate house and the campground host manning it was very nice and helpful. There weren't any hiking trails in the campground, but then again, its main claim to fame is the lake. If you are looking for things to do in the area, Pawhuska is home to Ree Drummond, the Pioneer Woman from the cooking channel. Her store and restaurant are in Pawhuska and its a pretty good place to get breakfast or lunch.

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Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Birch Cove by Annie C., October 25, 2017
  • Review photo of Birch Cove by Annie C., October 25, 2017
  • Review photo of Birch Cove by Annie C., October 25, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions

What camping facilities are available at Birch Cove Recreation Area?

Birch Cove Recreation Area offers a variety of camping options including sites for RVs and designated areas for tent and hammock camping. The campground is organized into several loops with both lakefront sites (popular with RVers) and hillside sites often preferred by tent campers. A boat ramp provides lake access for fishing and water activities. The facility has a park host onsite, though bathroom facilities may be limited, especially during winter months when the northern section of the campground closes.

What do reviews say about camping at Birch Cove Recreation Area?

Birch Cove Recreation Area offers a pleasant camping experience with a newer, well-maintained feel. The lakeside setting provides excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, and water sports. Many visitors appreciate the scenic views, with some sites offering unobstructed forest vistas. Lakefront spots are particularly popular with RV campers, while tent campers often prefer the quieter hillside locations. The campground experiences minimal issues with insects, though visitors might encounter friendly wildlife. Some areas can be busy with traffic to fishing docks, but the overall atmosphere remains quiet and relaxing.

Are there photos or a map of Birch Cove Recreation Area campground?

While specific photos and maps aren't detailed here, visitors should note that Birch Cove has a distinctive layout with several camping loops situated around the lake. The campground has two main sections - a northern area (which closes during winter months) and a southern section near the boat ramp that remains open year-round. For current maps and photos, check with the official managing agency or visitor center before your trip.

What do reviews say about camping at Birch Cove Recreation Area?

Birch Cove Recreation Area offers a pleasant camping experience with a newer, well-maintained feel. The lakeside setting provides excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, and water sports. Many visitors appreciate the scenic views, with some sites offering unobstructed forest vistas. Lakefront spots are particularly popular with RV campers, while tent campers often prefer the quieter hillside locations. The campground experiences minimal issues with insects, though visitors might encounter friendly wildlife. Some areas can be busy with traffic to fishing docks, but the overall atmosphere remains quiet and relaxing.

What camping facilities are available at Birch Cove Recreation Area?

Birch Cove Recreation Area offers a variety of camping options including sites for RVs and designated areas for tent and hammock camping. The campground is organized into several loops with both lakefront sites (popular with RVers) and hillside sites often preferred by tent campers. A boat ramp provides lake access for fishing and water activities. The facility has a park host onsite, though bathroom facilities may be limited, especially during winter months when the northern section of the campground closes.

Where is Birch Cove Recreation Area located in Oklahoma?

Birch Cove Recreation Area is situated on a large lake in Oklahoma, south of Barnsdall. The recreation area features multiple camping loops with sites positioned both along the lakeshore and on higher ground away from the water. The actual location is slightly different than what some maps indicate, with the campground positioned a bit further south than commonly depicted.

Are there photos or a map of Birch Cove Recreation Area campground?

While specific photos and maps aren't detailed here, visitors should note that Birch Cove has a distinctive layout with several camping loops situated around the lake. The campground has two main sections - a northern area (which closes during winter months) and a southern section near the boat ramp that remains open year-round. For current maps and photos, check with the official managing agency or visitor center before your trip.

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