Cookson Bend
The Cookson Bend location is in Gore, Oklahoma
74435-9547. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Cookson Bend facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
446977 East 980 Road
Gore
Oklahoma
74435-9547
Phone number
918-487-5252
Campground information Gore, Oklahoma
Overview
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. 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 state laws.
Facilities
The campground has sites with electric hookups, and some sites are non-electric. The group picnic shelters have electricity and are reservable. The park has waterborne restrooms with hot showers, drinking water, a dump station, swim beach, playground, and boat ramps. A marina with concessions is adjacent to the campground.
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. Located in the northeastern part of the state, the region is known as Green Country, with surroundings of dense Oak-Hickory forests, tall bluffs, and rolling hills.
Tenkiller boasts 130 miles of shoreline with plenty of wildlife such as deer and turkey. It also 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 capitol 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About 446977 East 980 Road Gore, OK
How do I make a reservation with Cookson Bend?
To make reservations at Cookson Bend, you can call the office at 918-487-5252.
Where is Cookson Bend located?
The Cookson Bend is located at 446977 East 980 Road in Gore,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Cookson Bend have tent or RV camping?
Cookson Bend offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 918-487-5252 to make sure things haven’t changed.