Coon Creek (OK)
COON CREEK (OK)
Part of Kaw Lake
Overview
Coon Creek Campground is situated on a peninsula that juts out over Kaw Lake in north central Oklahoma.The campground is rural, quiet and wooded, providing both sunny and shaded sites with plenty of scenic lake views.
Facilities
Coon Creek offers 54 campsites with modern amenities like electric hookups, drinking water and flush toilets. A boat ramp provides easy access to the lake.Natural Features
The lake covers 17,000 surface acres and has 168 miles of shoreline. Completed in 1976, the dam and lake help provide a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts of all types.Recreation
The lake and river are known for producing some of Oklahoma's largest catfish, as well as crappie, white bass and walleye, making it a popular destination for anglers.Hikers and horseback riders are attracted to the beautiful trails along the eastern shore. The Eagle View Hiking Trail is approximately 12 miles long and runs between Osage Cove and Burbank Landing. The Five Fingers Equestrian Trail extends from Burbank Landing to the Sarge Creek Cove Public Use Area.
Hunters' skills are tested with excellent populations of whitetail deer, turkey, quail, rabbit and squirrel. During the fall waterfowl seasons Kaw Lake often attracts large numbers of migrating ducks and geese.
During the winter visitors are likely to spot migrating bald eagles, as Kaw Lake has one of the biggest populations in the state.
Nearby Attractions
The area holds a number of historical sites, including several Native American settlements, archeological sites and the Pioneer Woman Museum.Contact Info
For local information, please call (580) 362-2466 or call (580) 762-5611 for general information.Important Notices
Reserve your site through Recreation.gov
- Sites 36 through 40 are subject to flooding and may be closed during periods of high water
- One tent and one RV or two tents per campsite
- 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.
Available Activities
- Hiking - Hiking
- Fishing - Fishing
- Camping - Camping
- Boating - Boating
- Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing
Directions
From Newkirk, Oklahoma, take Highway 77 south to Highway 11 east. Continue about 6 miles, then turn north onto County road and follow signs into the campground.
Contact Information
Phone: 580-762-5611
9400 LAKE ROADPONCA CITY, OK 74604-9629
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 003, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 029, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 042, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 022, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 012, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 034, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 008, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 010, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 047, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 052, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 051, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 035, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 046, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 049, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 040, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 057, Loop COON CREEK CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Electric
- Site 019, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 054, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 020, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 037, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 018, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 055, Loop COON CREEK CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Electric
- Site 028, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 007, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 011, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 036, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 009, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 017, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 002, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 044, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 001, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 005, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 033, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 026, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 043, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 031, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 004, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 045, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 016, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 023, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 015, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 041, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 006, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 025, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 056, Loop COON CREEK CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Electric
- Site 013, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 039, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 038, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 053, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 021, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 027, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 024, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 048, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 050, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 030, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
- Site 014, Loop COCR, Type Standard Electric
- Site 032, Loop SEAS, Type Standard Electric
