Cherokee Landing State Park
RV Guide

Introduction

Get in your RV and head out to Cherokee Landing State Park, located in Cherokee County, Oklahoma. Nestled in the Cookson Hills, this 146-acre park is a great place to explore for either a weekend or a week-long RV vacation. Just south of Tahlequah on Lake Tenkiller, you’ll find that you’re able to escape the daily grind of life without having to travel too far. There are 93 RV campsites that can accommodate campers up to 40 feet in length. Plan to make your reservations in advance as camping sites provide electric and water hookups along with a dump station. A comfort station provides hot showers that are accessible to the campgrounds.

Bring your boat as there is a boat ramp and handicap accessible fishing dock on Lake Tenkiller to catch crappie, large and smallmouth bass, catfish and white bass. With 13,000 acres of water and over 130 miles of shoreline, there are many water activities to enjoy! The park also has a swimming beach to relax your cares away and spend time with friends. The park provides visitors covered picnic shelters and a playground to let the little ones get their energy out. If bringing a large group, bring your gloves, ball, and bat to play a game on their softball field. Head out to the park in your campervan or camping trailer- you’ll be glad you made the trip!

RV Rentals in Cherokee Landing State Park

Transportation

Driving

Travel in your campervan to Cherokee Landing State Park! Tucked away in Cherokee County, the park is near Park Hill and south of Tahlequah on a peninsula into Lake Tenkiller. Centrally located between Oklahoma City, Little Rock, and Wichita, this park is only 80 miles outside of Tusla. Cherokee Landing State Park is well patrolled so watch your speed as you travel through the campground. A great destination location for a camping trip, come here to for your next getaway. Once you’ve checked it out, you’ll make memories for years to come!

Parking

This quiet park is nestled against the tranquil Lake Tenkiller. Cherokee Landing State Park might be small in size but has much to offer for RV camping! With well-maintained roads and cement pads at the camping sites, traveling to the park grounds is an easy drive. There are speed bumps throughout the campgrounds and depending on with site you select, there is pull-through or back-in parking. The campground is open from March to November and Wildcat Point is closed November 1st to April 1st. However, the park’s main road and boat ramp are open year-round for you to enjoy during your visit. Campers rave about the park's staff to take a moment and visit the Ranger Station to get a map and more details on the camp.

Public Transportation

Campgrounds and parking in Cherokee Landing State Park

Campsites in Cherokee Landing State Park

Reservations camping

Choctaw Campground

The Choctaw campground boasts 20 great RV spots for your next outdoor trip! You can reserve your location early to stay anytime from March to November. To camp on this campground, the park request that you book five nights in advance before arriving. For parking, it is important to note that this area provides back-in parking for guest. Enjoy this stunning state park during your camping stay!

First-come first-served

Cherokee Campground

Enjoy your adventure while staying overnight at Cherokee Landing State Park’s Cherokee Campground! Part of the four campgrounds available at this state park, this area provides 24 RV spots for you to visit anytime from March to November. This cozy, impeccable kept location provides gorgeous views from every angle. There is a bathhouse is provided on site but you may want to use your own RV shower. Spend a weekend or a week away from the hustle at this cozy location. Plan your trip now!

Creek Campground

Pack your RV and head to this beautiful state park in Oklahoma! One of the four different camping areas to the park, the Choctaw campground provides six RV spots for a memorable camping adventure! Make plans to reserve your camping spot in advance for a stay during the months of March to November. This area mainly provides both pull-through and back-in parking for guests depending on your site. A bathhouse is provided on site but you may want to use your own RV shower and there is a dump station at this area of the park. Enjoy a chance to get away from it all while you’re in Oklahoma.

Chickasaw Campground

Get away from it all when you camp at the Chicasaw Campground at Cherokee Landing State Park. This area provides provides 10 RV spots to choose from for your next great camping experience! Make plans to reserve your RV camping spot today for a location near the water during the months of March to November. This cozy, impeccable kept location provides gorgeous views from every angle. Have a great time making a campfire or lounging in your hammock in the shade. A lovely, quiet place to make your next camping memories, get to Cherokee Landing State Park today!

Seasonal activities in Cherokee Landing State Park

In-Season

Fishing

Cast your line and catch your next dinner at Lake Tenkiller. With varieties of bass, crappie, catfish, bream, and walleye, the options are endless. There is rainbow trout stocked below further down from the park by the dam. There is also a handicapped accessible fishing dock available for use. Whether you are fishing from a boat or from the shore, anglers with all different levels of expertise will have a great time fishing at this beautiful lake.

Swimming

Leave your rig and head for a dip this summer in Lake Tenkiller! Take in the picturesque views of this lake at this great swimming area, the beach is a little rocky but a perfect place you catch a sunset. It's a perfect location to spend the afternoon with a family, you will have a blast while out in the water! Swim at your own risk as lifeguards are not present at Cherokee Landing State Park.

Water Sports

From kayaking to being out on a boat, visitors love the many water sports options available at Cherokee Landing State Park. With the clear water of Lake Tenkiller, this body of water is considered one of the best places in the West to go scuba diving. In need of diving equipment, there are two diving pro-shops located at Lake Tenkiller just outside Cherokee Landing State Park. Make plans to join one of the diving challenges held throughout the year. Catch a few moments out in nature as you explore this park through a popular recreational activity!

Off-Season

Disc Golfing

Come and have fun outside while you are camping in your RV at Cherokee Landing State Park! Whether you are an expert and have played for years or you are a beginner, the disc golf course is hours of fun for all. Created in 2014, this 18-hole park is course is considered moderately hilly and lightly wooded. A par 54, the course is 4,742 feet in length. Plan to pack your frisbee and tennis shoes to play this great outdoor game!

Birding

Once you have set up your rig at the campsite, get ready to see some amazing birds during your stay in Oklahoma. No matter the time of year, enjoy year-round bird watching. Pack your binoculars and hiking boots to explore the grounds at Cherokee Landing State Park. Look for a variety of large flocks including Northern Flickers, Woodpeckers, Jays, Chickadees, Juncos, Starlings, Blackbirds, Nuthatches, and several other species as you hit the fantastic hiking trail at Cherokee Landing State Park.

Hiking

Hit the trails and combine fresh air, exercise along with taking in Oklahoma’s cultural history while being on your bike! Explore the natural beauty of the Cookson Hills and Cherokee Landing State Park as you learn more about this former home of the Cherokee Indian Tribe. You'll find the trails are very well kept and the scenery is beautiful, this is a great place to get out on your bike for a ride by yourself or with family and friends.