Established Camping
Blue Creek
Blue Creek, near Claremore, Oklahoma, is a solid spot for campers looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a mix of relaxation and activities. The campground offers a variety of sites, some with electric hookups, and features amenities like picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for evening gatherings.
Visitors rave about the clean facilities, including well-kept bathrooms and vault toilets. Many campers have enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, with one noting, “We had a relaxing and peaceful stay here and would definitely return.” The area is great for fishing and boating, and there are plenty of recreational options like volleyball, horseshoes, and hiking trails to keep everyone entertained.
If you're into stunning views, the sunsets over the lake are a highlight, making it a picturesque backdrop for your camping experience. While some sites can be a bit rocky or muddy after rain, most are level and comfortable for tents and RVs alike. Whether you're here for a weekend or a longer stay, Blue Creek has a little something for everyone.
Description
US Army Corps of Engineers
Oologah Lake
Overview
Blue Creek is located on Oologah Lake in northeast Oklahoma, about 45 miles from Tulsa. The lake provides an ideal getaway for fishing, boating, picnicking and camping. Prevailing winds make Oologah one of the most popular lakes in the area for sailing.
Recreation
Oologah Lake is a prime location for boating, sailing, water skiing and swimming. Several recreation areas with boat ramps and docks are scattered around the lake. Fishing is a popular pastime. Black bass, crappie, paddlefish, channel and blue catfish, walleye and hybrid striped bass are the primary sport species found in the lake. Young anglers love the Kid's Sun, Fun and Fishing Derby Day held annually in June. The Will Rogers Country Centennial Trail stretches 18 miles from Blue Creek Park to the Spillway. This scenic path winds around the east side of the shore and is open to hikers and horseback riders. The forested hills of the Oologah Wildlife Management Area provide excellent hunting opportunities, with nearly 13,000 acres open to the public.
Natural Features
Oologah Lake sits on the Verdigris River with a surface area of nearly 30,000 acres. Over 200 miles of shoreline are dominated by old-growth post oak and blackjack oak forests, which provide habitat for a variety of wildlife and birds, including deer, turkey, rabbits, quail, squirrels, ducks, geese and doves.
Nearby Attractions
Dog Iron Ranch, the birthplace of Will Rogers, is nearby. The ranch is a living history museum featuring Rogers' two-story post-Civil War birth home, educational programs, picnic areas and a 400-acre pasture on the lake shore with Texas Longhorn cattle and other livestock. The ranch is open year-round.
Location
Blue Creek is located in Oklahoma
Directions
From Tulsa, OK, take U.S. Highway 169 north for 23 miles to Highway 88. Turn right and continue for nearly 6 miles. Turn right onto Edgewater Road, then left on Spencer Creek Road. After about a mile turn left onto Blue Creek Road and continue into the campground.
Address
13400 E. 390 Rd.
Claremore, OK 74017
Coordinates
36.4522222 N
95.5925 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonPoor
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly