Spencer Creek

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·Oologah Lake

Overview

Spencer Creek is located on Oologah Lake in northeastern Oklahoma, an hour north of Tulsa. The lake provides an ideal getaway for fishing, boating, picnicking and camping. Prevailing winds make Oologah one of the most popular lakes in the area for sailing.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Bbq

    (68 of 69 campsites have Bbq)

  • Campfire Allowed

    (68 of 69 campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 6:00 pm)

  • Checkout Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 4:00 pm)

  • Driveway Entry

    (All campsites have Driveway Entry)

  • Firepit

    (68 of 69 campsites have Firepit)

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 20)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 3)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Picnic Table

    (68 of 69 campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Shade

    (Majority of the campsites have full)

  • Water Hookup

    (1 of 69 campsites have Water Hookup)

Natural Features

Spencer Creek Playground - Credits: Randi Clifton, Park Ranger, Oologah Lake
Spencer Creek Soccer Field - Credits: Randi Clifton, Park Ranger, Oologah Lake
Spencer Creek Beach - Credits: Randi Clifton, Park Ranger, Oologah Lake
Boat Ramp restroom - Credits: Randi Clifton, Park Ranger, Oologah Lake
Oologah Lake sits on the Verdigris River with a surface area of nearly 30,000 acres. Over 200 miles of shoreline are dominated by old-growth post oak and blackjack oak forests, which provide habitat for a variety of wildlife and birds, including deer, turkey, rabbits, quail, squirrels, ducks, geese and doves.

Recreation

Spencer Creek in the fall - Credits: Randi Clifton, Park Ranger, Oologah Lake
Oologah Lake is a prime location for boating, sailing, water skiing and swimming. Several recreation areas with boat ramps and docks are scattered around the lake.Fishing is a popular pastime. Black bass, crappie, paddlefish, channel and blue catfish, walleye and hybrid striped bass are the primary sport species found in the lake. Young anglers love the Kid's Sun, Fun and Fishing Derby Day held annually in June.The Will Rogers Country Centennial Trail stretches 18 miles from nearby Blue Creek Park to the Spillway. This scenic path winds around the east side of the shore and is open to hikers and horseback riders.The forested hills of the Oologah Wildlife Management Area provide excellent hunting opportunities, with nearly 13,000 acres open to the public.

Permitted Equipment

  • rv-Up to 75ft

  • tent-Up to 75ft

  • trailer-Up to 75ft

Nearby Attractions

Dog Iron Ranch, the birthplace of Will Rogers, is nearby. The ranch is a living history museum featuring Rogers' two-story post-Civil War birth home, educational programs, picnic areas and a 400-acre pasture on the lakeshore with Texas Longhorn cattle and other livestock. The ranch is open year-round.

Additional Information

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