Birch Cove
Birch Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: SKIATOOK, OK, OK
Price: From $10 per night
Price range: $10–$20 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (207 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Birch Cove is located at Birch Lake in Osage County, Oklahoma. Cradled in valleys surrounded by rolling, forested hills, the lake is a perfect setting for nature lovers and other outdoor enthusiasts. The lake is small yet scenic and offers several excellent outdoor recreational opportunities for year-round enjoyment, such as fishing, boating, swimming, horseback riding and picnicking.For facility specific information, please call (918) 847-2220.With a boat ramp, fishing dock, playground, and a s
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing, Boat Launch
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/birch-cove to be notified when sites open up.
Birch Cove is located at scenic Birch Lake in Osage County, surrounded by rolling, forested hills and offers excellent year-round outdoor recreation including fishing, boating, swimming, and hiking. The campground provides 98 sites with fire rings and picnic tables at an affordable $16/night rate.
Wildlife alert: White-tailed Deer, Wild Turkey, Northern Bobwhite, and Field Sparrow are present in the area. Reptiles including Speckled Kingsnake, Eastern Collared Lizard, and Three-toed Box Turtle have been documented within 8km.
Insider tips for Birch Cove: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Bring a self-contained RV as no hookups are available at most sites Access via Highway 75 north to Highway 20 west, then Highway 11 north toward Barnsdall
Skip Birch Cove if: You require RV hookups. You prefer last-minute bookings at a federal campground.
Best time to visit Birch Cove: Year-round — Campground operates year-round with seasonal recreation opportunities.
Nearby campgrounds: Twin Cove Point (Skiatook, OK), Twin Points (SKIATOOK, OK), Tall Chief Cove (SKIATOOK, OK), Walnut Creek (Osage, OK).
Cell Phone Coverage at Birch Cove
Cell signal at Birch Cove (SKIATOOK, OK): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Birch Cove is located at Birch Lake in Osage County, Oklahoma. Cradled in valleys surrounded by rolling, forested hills, the lake is a perfect setting for nature lovers and other outdoor enthusiasts. The lake is small yet scenic and offers several excellent outdoor recreational opportunities for year-round enjoyment, such as fishing, boating, swimming, horseback riding and picnicking.For facility specific information, please call (918) 847-2220.With a boat ramp, fishing dock, playground, and a swim beach, Birch Cove has something for everyone.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
Bring a self-contained RV as no hookups are available at most sites
Access via Highway 75 north to Highway 20 west, then Highway 11 north toward Barnsdall
Campground operates year-round with seasonal recreation opportunities
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Tulsa, take Highway 75 north to Hwy 20 west. First light in Skiatook turn right (north) on Hwy 11 to Barnsdall for 19 miles. Take a left on West Chestnut Avenue, then left on South Eighth Street at T. Travel 3 miles and Birch Cove entrance will be on the right.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Birch Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Birch Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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