Pine Creek Cove

Pine Creek Lake — lakeside, fishing

Location: VALLIANT, OK, OK

Price: From $14 per night

Price range: $14–$23 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (80 reviews)

Season: May through October

Pine Creek Cove is located on the western shore of Pine Creek Lake near the main dam. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, swimming and birding.Beavers Bend and Raymond Gary State Parks are within driving distance. Also, the historic ruins of Fort Towson, a confederate command post that was built in 1824, are interesting as well.The beach attracts swimmers, sunbathers and sandcastle builders.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/pine-creek-cove to be notified when sites open up.

Pine Creek Cove offers 41 campsites on the western shore of Pine Creek Lake with excellent recreational opportunities including boating, fishing, swimming, and a designated swim beach. Campers praise the tranquil setting, good spacing between sites, and scenic views with a 4.7/5 Google rating.

Wildlife alert: Northern Mockingbird, Eastern Bluebird, Brown-headed Cowbird, Domestic Mallard, Green Anole, Western Ratsnake, and Broad-headed Skink documented within 8km.

Insider tips for Pine Creek Cove: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand. RV sites have better amenities; tent campers should expect strong midday winds that can topple tents. Electric hookups available on select sites only; most sites lack water/sewer hookups.

Skip Pine Creek Cove if: You need full hookups—only electric available on select sites, no water or sewer.. You're visiting outside May-October—seasonal operations only.. You have a tent and prefer calm conditions—midday winds are a known issue..

Best time to visit Pine Creek Cove: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Little River Park (RINGOLD, OK), Lost Rapids (RINGOLD, OK), Turkey Creek (VALLIANT, OK), Wilson Point Pavilion (Sawyer, OK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Pine Creek Cove

Cell signal at Pine Creek Cove (VALLIANT, OK): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

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.

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VALLIANT, OK, OK★ 4.3 (80 reviews)From $14/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Pine Creek Cove is located on the western shore of Pine Creek Lake near the main dam. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, swimming and birding.Beavers Bend and Raymond Gary State Parks are within driving distance. Also, the historic ruins of Fort Towson, a confederate command post that was built in 1824, are interesting as well.The beach attracts swimmers, sunbathers and sandcastle builders.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV64 ft
Hookups41 electric sites
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowersFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesDump StationBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsElectric Hookups

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need full hookups—only electric available on select sites, no water or sewer.✕ You're visiting outside May-October—seasonal operations only.✕ You have a tent and prefer calm conditions—midday winds are a known issue.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand.

RV sites have better amenities; tent campers should expect strong midday winds that can topple tents.

Electric hookups available on select sites only; most sites lack water/sewer hookups.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Northern Mockingbird, Eastern Bluebird, Brown-headed Cowbird, Domestic Mallard, Green Anole, Western Ratsnake, and Broad-headed Skink documented within 8km.

Location

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Getting there →

From Valliant, OK, travel Pine Creek Road 7 miles north to the access road. Follow signs into the campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Pine Creek Lake fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Pine Creek Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Pine Creek Cove cost per night?+
Pine Creek Cove costs $14–$23 per night. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What season is Pine Creek Cove open?+
Pine Creek Cove is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Pine Creek Cove have hookups?+
Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What is the maximum RV length at Pine Creek Cove?+
Pine Creek Cove can accommodate RVs up to 64 feet.
How do I make reservations at Pine Creek Cove?+
Pine Creek Cove is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Pine Creek Cove?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Pine Creek Cove is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Pine Creek Cove open, and what are check-in times?+
Pine Creek Cove is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$14 /night★ 4.3 (80)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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