Camper submitted image from Elk Creek Landing - 1
View All
Camper submitted image from Elk Creek Landing - 2
Nature
Camper submitted image from Elk Creek Landing - 3
Camping
Camper submitted image from Elk Creek Landing - 4
Animals
Camper submitted image from Elk Creek Landing - 5
Water

Established Camping

Elk Creek Landing

Warning 1 Alert is In Effect

There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!

Beginning November 1, 2024, the park will be partially open for day use and boat ramp access only. The park will be winterized, and there will be no camping allowed. First come/first served campsites will be available March 1, 2025, and reservations will begin April 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025.

Elk Creek Landing is located near Tenkiller Ferry Lake, offering a landscape of rolling hills and water views. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s during winter to highs in the 90s in summer. Nearby attractions include Tenkiller State Park and the Illinois River, providing opportunities for hiking and water activities.

Description

US Army Corps of Engineers

Tenkiller Ferry Lake

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.

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.

Suggest an Edit

Location

Elk Creek Landing is located in Oklahoma

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Tahlequah, OK, go 14 miles southeast on Highway 82, then turn right and go a mile on the paved access road.

Address

446977 EAST 980 ROAD
Gore, OK 74435-9547

Coordinates

35.7513889 N
94.9025 W

Open in Google Maps

Is Elk Creek Landing sold out?

Quickly grab cancellations!

Learn More

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

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

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

Contact

General Info

Reservations


Reviews

Add Review

5 Stars

4 Stars

3 Stars

2 Stars

1 Star

0%
50%
0%
0%
50%

2.5

out of 5

2 Reviews

Reviewed Apr. 25, 2023

It was worth the cost

First: Be prepared for a lot of road traffic. It is a popular launch/takeout location for fishermen. Most fishermen towing boats drive through the campground responsibly, 

but there is a lot of locals I suspect, cruising the campground and dock areas that do not. The sites are on a hillside so uphill backing is required for most sites. They are concrete and relatively level. The water and electrical hookups were good. I had great AT&T cell service. The dump station left a lot to be desired. It was basically an open septic tank that was really full, with just a chunk of sheet metal and a rock covering the opening, which was about 18-24" x 18-24". The water was located about 25' behind the "black hole" and needed a long hose to connect for flushing. As someone not averse to black tank dumping, this one even grossed me out. My campsite had a great view of the lake with some pretty sunsets and sunrises. The camp host was very nice and helpful and showed me to my campsite when I arrived. This was good, because the sites are not well marked. The biggest downside was the wind. Very high winds even for Oklahoma.

All in all, it was a very quiet and peaceful week for just relaxing and enjoying watching the many birds frequenting the campground and lakeshore.

Site30
Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Elk Creek Landing by Bob N., April 25, 2023
  • Review photo of Elk Creek Landing by Bob N., April 25, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Elk Creek Landing?

    Camping at Elk Creek Landing can cost between $10.00 and $19.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Elk Creek Landing have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Elk Creek Landing has 50 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Elk Creek Landing?

    Elk Creek Landing allows vehicles up to 84 feet.

  • Does Elk Creek Landing have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Elk Creek Landing does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Elk Creek Landing?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is unknown.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Elk Creek Landing?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Elk Creek Landing. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Elk Creek Landing, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Elk Creek Landing?

    There are 43 campsites at Elk Creek Landing and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts