🌤 Weather at Brushy Lake Park by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40–78 °F | 67–91 °F | 40–84 °F | 28–53 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Sallisaw 2 NW, 6 mi away, elevation 660 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
Oklahoma’s Cookson Hills Lake — 358-Acre Lake, Former State Park, Now City of Sallisaw Park, 23 Campsites With Hookups, Fishing Docks, Boat Ramp, Pavilions, Pet-Friendly, Sequoyah County 6 Miles North of Sallisaw Oklahoma
Brushy Lake Park is a public recreation area on the 358-acre Brushy Lake in the Cookson Hills of eastern Oklahoma, approximately 6 miles north of Sallisaw in Sequoyah County. Formerly an Oklahoma state park, the site is now owned and managed by the City of Sallisaw. The park features 23 concrete campsites with 30/50-amp electrical and water hookups, a lighted boat ramp and dock, walk-out fishing dock, group pavilions with electricity, playground, comfort stations with showers, walking and biking trails, and a quiet secluded setting in the wooded Cookson Hills.
Cookson Hills Setting
The park is situated in the scenic Cookson Hills, a rugged and heavily forested region of eastern Oklahoma known for its rolling oak-hickory woodlands, wildlife diversity, and quiet rural character. The 358-acre Brushy Lake features approximately 4 miles of shoreline surrounded by dense forest, creating an exceptionally peaceful and secluded environment for camping, fishing, and nature observation.
Camping and Facilities
The park offers 23 concrete campsites with water and 30/50-amp electrical hookups. A sanitary dump station is located at the entrance. Camping is first-come, first-served with no advance reservations. Group pavilions with electricity can be reserved through Sallisaw City Hall at (918) 775-6241. Additional facilities include a playground, comfort stations with showers, and ADA-compliant accessibility features. The park is pet-friendly.
Fishing and Boating
The lake offers good fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, bluegill, and crappie. A lighted boat ramp and boat dock provide convenient water access, while a walk-out fishing dock enables bank fishing without a boat. The lake’s sheltered position in the Cookson Hills typically provides calmer water conditions than the larger Oklahoma reservoirs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reserve a campsite in advance?
No, camping is first-come, first-served. Group pavilions can be reserved through Sallisaw City Hall at (918) 775-6241.
Is there a fee?
Campsite fees are collected at an on-site self-service fee station. Contact Sallisaw City Hall for current rates.
Keep exploring: The closest neighbors are Lake Tenkiller State Park (a short drive away) and Tenkiller State Park (a short drive away).
⛺ Camping at Brushy Lake Park: Campgrounds & Cabins
| Campsites | 23 sites — 23 concrete campsites with electric and water service; comfort stations with showers. |
|---|---|
| Reservations | Online booking at secure.rec1.com/OK/sallisaw-ok/catalog or by phone at (918) 775-6241. |
| Special sites | Eight picnic areas; group shelters with electricity ($50/day); lighted boat ramp; boat and fishing docks. |
| Season notes | March-October rate period, 14-day maximum stay; November-February rate period, 21-day maximum stay. |
Camping questions about Brushy Lake Park
Can you camp at Brushy Lake Park?
Yes. Brushy Lake Park has 23 campsites. 23 concrete campsites with electric and water service; comfort stations with showers.
How do you reserve a campsite at Brushy Lake Park?
Online booking at secure.rec1.com/OK/sallisaw-ok/catalog or by phone at (918) 775-6241.
Source: sallisawok.org (verified July 2026). Details change seasonally — confirm when booking.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Brushy Lake Park
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Pets are allowed in Oklahoma state parks as long as they are kept on a leash, supervised at all times and cleaned up after.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- Leash no longer than 10 feet required; pets must be under direct physical control unless in a designated fenced pet area
- Cabins & lodging statewide rule
- Pets permitted in designated pet-friendly cabins for $40 per night per pet; pets are prohibited in lodge rooms ($300 fee assessed if a pet is found in a lodge room)
- Pet fees statewide rule
- $40 per night per pet for pet-friendly cabins; no fee for day use or campsites
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- Proof of rabies vaccination required and must be readily available; pets running at large may be impounded
Are dogs allowed at Brushy Lake Park?
Pets are allowed in Oklahoma state parks as long as they are kept on a leash, supervised at all times and cleaned up after. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via travelok.com. More: Oklahoma state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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