Gentry Creek
Eufaula Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Stigler, OK, OK
Price: From $12 per night
Price range: $12–$19 per night
Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (124 reviews)
Season: May through October
Gentry Creek Campground sits along the beaches of Eufaula Lake in the green hills of Oklahoma.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.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing, Boat Launch
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Gentry Creek offers excellent fishing on Eufaula Lake with record-sized crappie, sand bass, catfish, and black bass, plus a boat ramp for easy water access. Campers consistently praise the serene atmosphere, well-maintained grounds with paved roads, and family-friendly amenities.
Wildlife alert: Mexican Long-nosed Armadillo present in area; also American Kestrel, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Lincoln's Sparrow, and White-crowned Sparrow
Insider tips for Gentry Creek: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Ask the host for top campsite recommendations upon arrival Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups at most sites
Skip Gentry Creek if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available. You plan to camp outside May-October — seasonal operations only. You prefer year-round access.
Best time to visit Gentry Creek: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.
Nearby campgrounds: Belle Starr (STIGLER, OK), Mill Creek (Ok) (Eufaula, OK), Porum Landing (STIGLER, OK), Highway 9 Landing (STIGLER, OK).
Cell Phone Coverage at Gentry Creek
Cell signal at Gentry Creek (Stigler, OK): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- 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.
Gentry Creek Campground sits along the beaches of Eufaula Lake in the green hills of Oklahoma.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.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
Ask the host for top campsite recommendations upon arrival
Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups at most sites
Campground operates seasonally during these months only
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Checotah, Oklahoma, travel 9 miles west on Highway 266. Follow the signs to the campground entrance.
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Eufaula Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Eufaula Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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