it's cabin time™ in Tenkiller Ferry Lake

Tenkiller is best known for the lake of the same name that covers nearly 13,000 acres of northeast Oklahoma in clear, rec-friendly waters. With 130 miles of scenic shoreline and numerous access points through local marinas and public boat ramps — not to mention a scuba diving park — Lake Tenkiller is a hotspot of relaxation and adventure in the area.

Choose a Tenkiller cabin that provides canoes or kayaks, travel with your own watercraft, or choose from the rentals at one of the local marinas, such as Caney Ridge Marina on Tenkiller Lake, and take to the water for a day of fishing, paddling, boating and swimming. Common catches include white bass, black bass, striped bass, crappie, walleye, brown trout, rainbow trout and catfish. Visitors can also board a raft on the Illinois River above the lake.

Vacation rental cabins, cottages, lodges and homes near Tenkiller, OK, have access to year-round outdoor adventure, including some beautiful hiking and nature trails. Some of our favorite places to explore are Tenkiller Overlook Trail (2.2 miles and perfect for hiking or trail running — leashed dogs welcome!), Tenkiller State Park (three trails of 1 to 1.5 miles each, varying in difficulty), and the Sparrowhawk Primitive Area (3.8 miles out and back, with a spectacular view of the Illinois River).

When you’re not soaking up the Great Outdoors in Tenkiller, there are plenty of area attractions to enjoy in town. Take the family out for dinner after a long day in the sun at one of the local restaurants. You can find everything from seafood to burgers — and some specialty baked good for dessert. You can also take a short drive to the neighboring town of Tahlequah to stop in at the university playhouse, art gallery, jazz lab or performing arts center!

Book your vacation rental in Tenkiller, OK, for an exciting, all-ages adventure full of nature walks, picnics on the lake, live music, golf outings, family dining, and unique shops. Book direct with the owner to save on third-party travel fees and devote more of your hard-earned funds to recreation and relaxation.