Tall Chief Cove
Open for the 2026 season. The campground operates from early April through late October. Gates close 10pm to 6am daily. Check-in is 3pm, check-out is 1pm. A campground attendant is available Thursday through Monday from noon to 10pm. Reservations available via Recreation.gov.
Heat Advisory issued August 10 at 7:32PM CDT until August 11 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Arkansas and east central, northeast, and southeast Oklahoma. * WHEN...From noon to 8 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses are possible especially impacting those not acclimated to the conditions or those performing strenuous activities.
Heat Advisory issued August 10 at 7:32PM CDT until August 10 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Arkansas and east central, northeast, and southeast Oklahoma. * WHEN...From noon to 8 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses are possible especially impacting those not acclimated to the conditions or those performing strenuous activities.
About
Located on beautiful Skiatook Lake in northeast Oklahoma, Tall Chief Cove is one of the region's most popular campgrounds. The facility offers 50 individual campsites with 50-amp electric and water hookups along the forested lakeshore, with sites accommodating RVs and trailers up to 70 feet. Gentle rolling hills of blackjack and post oak trees intersperse with tall grass prairie around the glistening lake, with steep picturesque bluffs offering views of the water. Families enjoy the convenience of the large sandy swim beach, picnic areas, nature trail, playground, and educational programs at the amphitheater. Additional recreation includes a professional-style volleyball court, basketball court, disc golf course, and horseshoe pits, with equipment available for checkout at the gatehouse. The campground provides restrooms with flush toilets and showers in the A and B loops, with vault toilets available near the beach area. Skiatook Lake offers excellent fishing for largemouth bass, black and white crappie, channel catfish, and several sunfish species. About 6,000 acres of public land in the lake area are open to hunters pursuing whitetail deer, quail, rabbit, and squirrel.
Directions
From Tulsa, take Highway 75 north to State Highway 20. Take the Skiatook exit, turn west on State Highway 20 and drive about 15 miles. Turn left on Lake Road and proceed about five miles to the campground.
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $34 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 90ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 90ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (918) 288-6820 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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