Elk Creek Resort & Marina

06/15/2026

🤍🌊💙 Let's Get Ready to RUN!! 💙🌊🤍
The 2026 Lake Tenkiller Poker Run will be held on Saturday, July 25th.
Online Registration & Event Merchandise will be available this Sunday!!
Participants can register the day of the event at Burnt Cabin Marina or Barnacle Bills Marina.
Online registered participants will choose any participating Marina as a pick up location for their game cards and shirts. Online Registration will close July 19, 2026.
Participating Poker Run stops include: Burnt Cabin Marina, Barnacle Bill's Marina,
Bluewater Bay Marina (Pettit Bay), Snake Creek Marina, and Caney Ridge Marina.

Each poker hand is $10 and participants are welcome to play multiple hands!
The first poker hand will be sold at 10am and the last hand will be sold at 2pm. Card stations will be open until 3pm. Winners will be announced at 4pm on the Burnt Cabin Marina dock. Maps provided online and at registration stations.

Participants must visit each marina to draw a numbered poker chip. The sum of your numbers will determine your overall hand score. The highest score and the lowest score will each receive a Cash Prize at the Burnt Cabin Marina dock at 4 pm.

For more information, visit our website at www.tenkillerpokerrun.com

06/13/2026

Thank you to everyone who participated in the first Splash and Dash Poker Run!!!

06/13/2026

Today’s the day!!!

TODAY'S THE DAY! ♠️🚤

Welcome to the inaugural Lake Tenkiller Splash & Dash Poker Run!

We want to wish all of our participants the very best of luck as you spend the day exploring beautiful Lake Tenkiller, visiting our participating marinas, and helping raise funds for the Lake Tenkiller 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza!

A few reminders before you head out:

✅ Be safe on the water
✅ Have fun and enjoy the day
✅ Show courtesy and respect to marina staff and fellow participants

🎲 Poker hands may ONLY be purchased today at our two starting locations:
• Elk Creek Resort & Marina
• Burnt Cabin Marina

Registration begins at 10:00 AM.

Thank you to all of our participants, volunteers, sponsors, and marina partners for helping make this exciting new event possible. We can't wait to see who takes home the High Hand and Low Hand prizes this afternoon!

Good luck, have fun, and we'll see you on the lake! 🌊☀️

06/12/2026

Hey Everyone!!
Here are some details for the Tenkiller Splash & Dash Poker Run and some answers to questions:
1. The poker run will only be postponed if it is lightning and/or bad thunderstorms. Keep up to date on our facebook.
2. There will be a very limited amount of t-shirts available to purchase if you hadn’t purchased online. Go to Elk Creek Marina to get them. First come-first served.
3. ⭐️⭐️⭐️Check in and purchase of more hands will only be available at Burnt Cabin Marina and Elk Creek Resort & Marina.
4. Starts at 10am and last hands to be sold will be at 2pm
5. Prize winners will be announced at 4pm at Burnt Cabin Marina. Must be present to win.
6. Wave runners are allowed.
7. Participants may purchase one Bonus Chip for $5 at Burnt Cabin Marina after visiting all five stops. The Bonus Chip may be used to replace one previous draw.
8. HAVE FUN AND BE SAFE!!♣️♠️♦️❤️

06/03/2026

If you are a fan of the fireworks show, please donate today to keep the fireworks show alive!!!

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06/01/2026

We have a couple of cabin availability’s for this weekend!!

05/30/2026

Get signed up!!!

TENKILLER SPLASH & DASH MARINA SPOTLIGHT #2 - Featuring: Burnt Cabin Marina – Lake Tenkiller

Our next stop on the road to the 2026 Tenkiller Splash & Dash Poker Run takes us to one of Lake Tenkiller’s premier destinations — Burnt Cabin Marina! 🚤☀️🔥

Burnt Cabin Marina is more than just a marina… it’s a full Lake Tenkiller experience! From its beautiful waterfront setting and welcoming atmosphere to family fun, dining, dock rentals, and unforgettable lake days, Burnt Cabin is a must-visit stop on your Poker Run adventure.

At Burnt Cabin Marina, you’ll find:

⚓ A welcoming lakefront destination
🚤 Full-service marina & dock rentals
💦 Family fun on the water
🍔 Restaurant, drinks & great lake vibes

📍 Join us Saturday, June 13, 2026 for the Tenkiller Splash & Dash Poker Run — featuring scenic runs across Lake Tenkiller, card stops at participating marinas, prizes, music, fun, and one incredible day on the water!

Even better — every poker hand purchased helps support the Annual Lake Tenkiller Fireworks Show, keeping our Independence Day celebration bigger, brighter, and better than ever! 🇺🇸🎆

🎟️ Ready to join the fun?
Sign up and purchase your poker hands today at:
OklahomaOzarksTourismAssociation.com

Learn more about this outstanding marina destination at:
burntcabin.com

Come make waves, make memories, and help light up Lake Tenkiller!

05/30/2026

New shirts and hats!!!

05/27/2026

The Lake Tenkiller Fireworks Show is a tradition made possible solely by donations, sponsors, and support from our Poker Run fundraiser. There is no large funding source behind it — this show happens because people who love Lake Tenkiller step up and give back.
Every donation helps keep this incredible tradition alive and lights up the sky for families year after year. Help us keep the magic going! 🇺🇸🎇

https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/8SY246CLJ4JWG

05/25/2026

Thank you to all who sacrificed for our freedom.
Happy Memorial Day from Elk Creek.