Short Mountain Cove
Oklahoma · US Army Corps of Engineers
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About
Short Mountain Cove sits along the shady banks of Robert S. Kerr Reservoir. Short Mountain Cove contains 42 campsites, 2 playgrounds, a basketball goal, boat ramp and courtesy dock. Robert S. Kerr Reservoir is located within the Cookson Hills, on the Arkansas River in Sequoyah, Le Flore, Haskell, and Muskogee counties in eastern Oklahoma, US. It is about eight miles south of the nearest major town, Sallisaw, Oklahoma. The reservoir is impounded by Robert S. Kerr Lock and Dam at river mile 336.2 (km 541.1) on the Arkansas River, just a few miles below its confluence with the Canadian River. The lock and dam are part of the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System, which provides for barge navigation on the Arkansas River and some of its tributaries. With over 250 miles of shoreline and 43,000 surface acres, R.S. Kerr has long been recognized for its outstanding fishing. Crappie, sand bass, catfish, and black bass in the lake reach record size. Boating and kayaking are popular activities in the area. A boat ramp is provided at the campground for easy access to the water. A variety of hiking trails wind throughout the hills and along the shoreline, offering additional activities for campers. For facility specific information, please call (918) 487-5252.
Details
- State
- Oklahoma
- City / area
- —
- Agency
- US Army Corps of Engineers
- Parent area
- Arkansas River - Robert S. Kerr Pool
- Campsites
- 42
- Reservable
- Yes
- Typical price
- $10–$50 / night
- Rating
- 4.05 / 5 (130 reviews on Recreation.gov)
- Equipment
- Tent, RV, Trailer, Caravan/Camper Van, Pickup Camper, Fifth Wheel, Pop up