Are ticks a problem in Cherokee County?

There have been 8 tick reports near Cherokee County, OK, with 0 bites and 8 sightings. The most common species reported is the Deer Tick. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Cherokee County?

The most commonly reported tick species in Cherokee County include Deer Tick, Unidentified. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in Cherokee County, OK

8 tick reports from the Cherokee County, OK area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Cherokee County

Deer Tick4 (50%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Unidentified4 (50%)

Tick Safety in Cherokee County

Ticks are active in Cherokee County, OK and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Deer Tick, making up 50% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days