US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · Army Corps lake in Cherokee County, Oklahoma.
| Managed by | US Army Corps of Engineers (Tenkiller Ferry Lake) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 131 |
| Site types | 64 standard, no electric, 64 standard, electric, 2 group shelter electric, 1 tent only no electric |
| RV hookups | Electric hookups at 66 sites (water at 9) |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 160 ft |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Phone | (918) 487-5252 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Cookson Bend Campground before you go.
Cookson Bend Campground is a popular area that lies on Tenkiller Ferry Lake, among the Cookson Hills of the Ozark Mountains. Visitors here delight in breathtaking views of 200-foot limestone bluffs rising from the scenic waters. Recreation Boating, fishing, water skiing, hiking and swimming are among the activities enjoyed by visitors. Scuba divers enjoy the lake's clear waters and high visibility. Ten marinas are located on the lake. Most offer boat and jet-ski rentals, and several have floating restaurants. Fishing is good for black bass, white bass, striped bass, crappie and catfish.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Cookson Bend Campground is in Cherokee County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.