About Cookson Bend
Number of accommodations: 128
Campground Amenities
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Dump Station -
Playground
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (102)
What Guests Are Saying
Cookson Bend offers a relaxing atmosphere with clean campsites and friendly hosts, making it a pleasant experience for visitors. While some sites require maintenance, such as filling around concrete pads and removing dead trees, the restroom and shower facilities are well-maintained. Overall, campers appreciate the friendly staff and scenic views, though some have noted issues with overcrowding and site conditions.
What Guests Are Saying
Cookson Bend offers a relaxing atmosphere with clean campsites and friendly hosts, making it a pleasant experience for visitors. While some sites require maintenance, such as filling around concrete pads and removing dead trees, the restroom and shower facilities are well-maintained. Overall, campers appreciate the friendly staff and scenic views, though some have noted issues with overcrowding and site conditions.
Review Summary
Donna S
VerifiedJune 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 047, Loop: CBEN
We had a great time, intend on going back
Bryan A
VerifiedJune 3, 2023 • Stayed at: G003, Loop: 0512
Not enough toilets for a holiday weekend. Bathroom was too far away. Non flush toilet was nasty.
Jane H
VerifiedJune 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 047, Loop: CBEN
Love the cement rv and picnic table areas. Site was very clean and not muddy.
Jeffery H
VerifiedMay 28, 2023 • Stayed at: G010, Loop: 0512
Was there the weekend before Memorial day. Peaceful, quiet, relaxing. Hardly anyone else there. Coyotes, foxes, owls, whiporwills throughout the night. Had that real country feel. The lake was perfect for swimming and boating. Would live there if I could!
Luz S
VerifiedApril 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: CBEN
Nice sites. Level. Clean
Carole S
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: CBEN
More activities for the seniors to do
John C
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: CBEN
We always enjoy a trip to Tenkiller lake. The restrooms need updating and more 50 amp pedestals need to be installed.
Crystal C
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 073, Loop: 0512
Absolutely love this place. We have a favorite spot and it’s just perfect.
Norma F
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2022 • Stayed at: 043, Loop: CBEN
Clean & relaxing!
Richard C
VerifiedSeptember 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: CBEN
The weather was beautiful and the campgrounds were clean. Ww always have a great time at Cookson!
Location Cookson Bend
Address:
446977 East 980 Road
Gore, OK, 74435-9547
United States
From Tahlequah, OK go 17.5 miles southeast on Highway 82. Look for sings for Tenkiller and turn right, then
go two miles west on the paved access road.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.7067 / -94.96
Elevation: 204 feet
Policies & Rules
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| General |
Check-out time: 3:00 pm. Check-in time: 6:00 pm. You must stop and register at the Gate Shack upon arrival. |
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Quiet hours: 10:00 pm - 6:00 am. Entrance gate will be closed during this time. |
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Limit 3 tents, or 1 wheeled camper and 2 tents per camp pad. |
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Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information. |
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Pets must remain restrained on a leash or penned at all times. Pets are NOT allowed on swim beaches or in bathrooms. |
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Grey water and sewage must be properly disposed of in the provided dump station receptacle. Disposal of any water or waste on the ground is prohibited. |
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Group shelters are for day use only. |
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Fireworks are prohibited. |
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Fishing and hunting are regulated by federal and state laws. |
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Campers must occupy the campsite at least once during each 24 hour period. Abandoned personal property may be subject to impoundment after 24 hours. |
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Camping is limited to 14 consecutive days within any 30 day period. This applies to all members of the camping party and the camping unit. |
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Fires must be contained within the fire ring or grill provided. These are NOT trash receptacles, please leave them free of food and litter upon departure. |
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Campers shall keep their sites free of trash and litter during the period of occupancy and shall remove all personal equipment and clean their sites upon departure. Trash must be placed in the provided dumpsters. |
