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Gentry Creek
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Council Hill · Oklahoma · Eufaula Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Eufaula Lake |
| Location | Council Hill · Oklahoma · Eufaula Lake · 35.50056, -95.66444 · Map |
| Sites | 37 public sites counted from the federal listing — 19 standard electric; 14 standard nonelectric; 4 tent only nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 19 of 37 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 26 of 37 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 37 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 37 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 50 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 29 sites · 30 ft: 23 sites · 35 ft: 14 sites · 40 ft: 9 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 6:00 PM · Out 4:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 37 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 918-799-5843 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Gentry Creek Campground sits along the beaches of Eufaula Lake in the green hills of Oklahoma. Recreation Eufaula Lake has long been recognized for its outstanding fishing. Crappie, sand bass, catfish, and black bass in the lake reach record size. Below the dam, striped bass reaching over 40 pounds have been caught in the tailwaters.
Boating and kayaking are popular activities in the area. A boat ramp is provided at the campground for easy access to the water.
A variety of hiking trails wind throughout the hills and along the shoreline, offering additional activities for campers. Facilities Gentry Creek Campground offers 26 campsites spread out along the lake shore. A boat ramp helps visitors enjoy the lake. Natural Features Eufaula Lake is the largest lake located entirely in the state of Oklahoma. It is located on the Canadian River, 27 miles upstream from its confluence with the Arkansas River. The dam, completed in 1964 and dedicated by President Lyndon B. Johnson, was originally built for flood control.
With over 600 miles of shoreline and 102,000 surface acres of water, Eufaula Lake offers a variety of recreational opportunities. The shoreline ranges from vast expanses of sandy beaches to rocky bluffs, and the scenery is especially beautiful during the fall months, when visitors are treated to an array of vivid autumn colors. Nearby Attractions Robber's Cave State Park and two other state parks located on Eufaula Lake offer a variety of recreational experiences, including golf courses, swimming pools and hiking trails.
The historic town of Eufaula offers an array of antique shops and restaurants.
Directions, from the listing
From Checotah, Oklahoma, travel 9 miles west on Highway 266. Follow the signs to the campground entrance.
Nearest federal campgrounds
14 mi straight-line · Checotah OklahomaUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersMill Creek (OK)
17 mi straight-line · Eufaula OklahomaUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersPorum Landing
19 mi straight-line · Porum OklahomaUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersHighway 9 Landing
20 mi straight-line · Eufaula OklahomaUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersBrooken Cove
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Trip Card — Gentry Creek
Council Hill · Oklahoma · Eufaula Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | Council Hill · Oklahoma · Eufaula Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 19 |
| Max RV | Up to 50 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 37 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233502 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.