2020 Lake Eufaula Travel Guide by lakeeufaulaassociation

TAKE ONE FOR A SPIN 2 4 0 +

E L E C T R O N I C

O P E N D A I LY 806 FOREST AVE

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

•

EUFAULA, OK 74432

•

G A M E S

8am – 4am

918.689.9191

•

CREEKNATIONCASINOEUFAULA.COM

Contents Table of Contents ATV/Riding Trails...............................................44 Checotah....................................................16-17 Crowder............................................................22 Eufaula.......................................................20-21 Fishing..............................................................41 Hunting............................................................40 Lake Communities............................................15 Lake Living.................................................42-43 Lodging........................................................8-10 Map............................................................24-25 Museums..........................................................18 Pet Friendly......................................................36 Porum Landing...........................................30-31 Sailing..............................................................38 Scenic Drive & Biker Trips..................................39 State Parks.............................................19, 28,37 Stigler.........................................................32-33 Trips.......................................................10,12, 13

Lake Eufaula Association 701 S. Main • P. O. Box 792

Eufaula, OK 74432 918.689.7751 • Fax 918.689.7793 lakeeufaulaassn@yahoo.com

VisitLakeEufaula.com Administrative Team Executive Director: Connie Morris Sales: Deb Parry The 2020 Guide to Lake Eufaula is the official publication of the Lake Eufaula Association. Design: Dawnyal Hill, Connie Morris and Deb Parry Printing: Valley Offset Printing Editorial Contributors: Pennie Embry, Ed Rodebush, Dennis Eck Cover photos: Shi Ingalls and Hannah Darr Contributing Photographers: US Army Corps of Engineers Tulsa District, Lake Eufaula State Park, Dennis Eck, Deb Parry, Shi Ingalls, Chasta Butler, Samantha Carothers, Kim Carter, Emilee Mullican, Rochelle Judkins-Odoms, Stephanie Lawrence, Leslie Dolezal, Kris Miller, Ed Taber, Trish Rodes and other Facebook friends.

Produced in cooperation with: Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department • 800.652.6552 • TravelOK.com 80,000 copies of this publication were produced at a cost of $.34 each.

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Welcome to Lake Eufaula

eautiful sunsets and sandy beaches are one of the first thing people notice at Lake Eufaula. Then the massive size of Oklahoma’s largest lake sets in. With 105,000 acres of water, there’s plenty of room for any type of water sports. Plus, there’s the sandy beaches for building sand sculptures, catching some rays or strolling along looking for treasures. Nature abounds in the 800 miles of shoreline. It’s a fisherman’s paradise with an abundant supply of crappie and bass. Anglers can cast a line for catfish too or just grab ‘em up noodling. Hunters can find a spot in the Corps of Engineer Public Hunting areas for deer, turkey, ducks and wild hogs. Two state parks and Corps of Engineer Campgrounds offer a variety of camping options, tent, yurts and RV’s. There are two Good Sam Parks and other private RV Parks in the area as well. Traditional hotels/motels and all types of rentals are available from small one-room to luxurious elevated cabins and more. Seven marinas around the lake offer food, beverages, fuel, boat slips and rentals. Several have ship stores with accessories for your lake fun. Pleasing your palate is easy with all the eateries. Deli’s at the convenience stores, numerous local flavor restaurants plus on the water or overlooking the water dining give visitors great venues for quality meals. Just a few miles from the lake is Oklahoma’s Little Italy, Krebs, OK. Feasting on great Italian food there is a must with a visit to Lake Eufaula. Sandy beaches and sunsets are here all year long! Plus they’re free! Visit for vacation, a weekend getaway or a day trip! You might just want to stay for a lifetime!

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Lodging From camping to hotels, RV parking to treehouses, Lake Eufaula offers something for everyone who wants to stay for a night or stay longer.

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Trips A day trip could be the best way to enjoy some of your favorite activities while getting to know your way around the “gentle giant.” If you love “Boating and other Water Sports,” you’ll be happy to find the shoreline dotted with marinas. At some of them you can rent pontoon boats, paddle boats, jet skis or even house boats. If you’re towing your own boat, there are plenty of public ramps available for launching your day of fun. Once you hit the water, make a winding trip to the dam, or pull up to play or picnic at one of Lake Eufaula’s many sandy beaches or hidden coves. Do you like to fly behind a boat, water-skiing, wakeboarding or tubing? At Lake Eufaula, there are plenty of wide-open spaces where you can zigzag across the water, either as a beginner or seasoned pro. Or if you are a nature lover, head south and pass under the 9A bridge to lazily float your way to some stunning, rock cliffs that tower over the lake. Keep an eye out—and your camera ready—for herons, terns, pelicans, river otters and even prehistoric looking aquatic turtles.

Are you an angler? Lake Eufaula is famous for its Fishing Opportunities. Crappie and catfish—as well as sand and black bass—reach record size

here. You can drop your line in the water from a boat or from a fishing dock, or try casting from the rocks below the dam, where striped bass weighing more than 40 pounds have been caught. Catfish are abundant as well. Cast a line to catch a big one or try your hand at noodling a big cat! If yours is a competitive spirit, there are fishing tournaments at Lake Eufaula most of the months of the year. A tournament day trip is a great way to show your stuff and see why Lake Eufaula is one of the top two sport fishing lakes in the state.

Continued on page 12

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

If you’re looking for a day of Family Adventure on the shore, you’ll love the Lake Eufaula Dam site ATV Trail, with its 450 acres of Canadian River sand, dunes and wooded terrain. After a morning of off-roading, have a family cook-out at one of the lake’s many recreation areas featuring grills and picnic tables, playground equipment, swim beaches and more.

Is your youth group looking for Educational Opportunities? Check out the Deep Fork Na-

ture Center in Lake Eufaula State Park, where kids and adults can learn about native wildlife and plant species and participate in naturalist programs and activities. Round out the day with a hike along one of the lake’s many beautiful trails winding through the hills and along the shoreline. Need to escape with friends or family for a few days? A weekend trip away from the hectic pace of everyday life could be the ticket! When it’s time to kick up your heels and be pampered for a couple of days, Lake Eufaula is a popular destination for a Girls’ Getaway. Book your escape headquarters at a beachfront or lakeview rental—there are plenty of options available for hosting you and your gal pals. Day one: after a big country breakfast at a down home café, head over to any of the communities surrounding the lake. There you can shop for antiques, chic new outfits, art, one-of-a-kind gifts, products made in Oklahoma, and so much more. Take a break for an elegant lunch at a lovely tea room, or dive into a burger basket at an old-fashioned diner. Later, romp on the beach, rent a pontoon boat, a houseboat, jet skis or play a round of miniature golf. As the day winds down, treat yourselves to coffee and some Oklahoma sweets available at many of our local shops. Then it’s off for lakefront dining (complete with live music!), head to Krebs, Oklahoma’s Little Italy for a scrumptious Italian meal and maybe some dancing at one of the lake’s nightclubs or a dinner theatre or music show. Start day two with an early morning walk or jog on the walking trail that hugs a long stretch of the lake in

Continued on page 13 12

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Eufaula Cove. Book mani-pedis, facials and massages for all the girls, then it’s another day of beach fun and shopping, or set out on an adventure of your own design.

Weekend Golf Getaways are popular with many

of our visitors of all ages, from the youngest golf enthusiast to retirees who have played courses around the country. Lake Eufaula is home to two 18-hole golf courses. Arrowhead State Park’s Golf Course has recently had major updates with a new Pro Shop that opened in the fall of 2017. Also, at Arrowhead there is a new cart barn, new sand traps, Champion Bermuda Greens and a new irrigation system. The other course is Fountainhead Creek Golf Course located in Lake Eufaula State Park and operated by the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. This course recently underwent extensive upgrading. Lodging and dining choices are conveniently located near both courses.

Vacation on a budget? Try these tips • Attend FREE events in the area. Festivals, fireworks shows, parades, car shows, State Park events • Find lodging that provides breakfast or has a kitchen to cook meals and snacks • Ask for specials or off-season discount pricing • Use public access beaches and picnic pavilions • Select lodging that offers extras like pools, kayaks, bikes, hiking or other FREE activities • Plan meals at restaurants that have specials

Looking to stay more than a few days? If it’s time for a Family Vacation, look no farther than Lake Eufaula, and use our guide to help plan that dream trip you’ve all been waiting for. In these pages, you’ll find information on lake cabins or houses roomy enough to accommodate even the largest families. Or you can book a site at one of the lake’s numerous campgrounds or RV parks. At Lake Eufaula, you can pitch your own tents, stay in rustic state and Corps RV areas, or go all out with private RV parks and resort areas that offer swimming pools, tennis courts, basketball courts, shaded picnic pavilions, playground equipment, paddle boats, water toys and swim beaches. Some even have wi-fi, cable TV and banquet facilities. If you’re like many families in the in the country, you travel with four-legged friends, so you’ll be happy to know that most of our campgrounds and RV parks allow pets. And for those of you whose “four-legged friends” are horses, not only are there equestrian trails at both Arrowhead and Lake Eufaula State Parks, our guide can help you find lodging that accommodates your horses. Once you’ve settled on a place to stay, you can fill your vacation calendar with all the activities listed in our “day trips,” and then end each day with dinner at a local café or your own waterfront cookout. Whatever you wish for in a lake getaway—fishing, swimming, boating, skiing, wakeboarding, tubing, shopping, dining, hiking, camping, offroading, riding, exploring, relaxing, golfing—for a day, a weekend, or even longer, Lake Eufaula is the perfect place to turn those wishes into wonderful memories. 2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Discover the Lake Communities Boutiques, Tasty Eats, & Uniques Stigler

Eufaula

McAlester

Checotah

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Heath Bryan Coleman of Oklahoma, DDS, PLLC and Associates - General Dentistry Douglas Chancellor, DDS • Allen Summerlin,DDS

FULL REPLACEMENT

Dentures STARTING AT

495

Per Set

WITH WARRANTY NO CASH VALUE EXPIRES IN 90 DAYS.

100 NW 9th St • Checotah, OK 74426

(918) 216-9998 • ChecotahOKDentist.com

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Lake Area Museums

istory buffs can make a day-long journey or more to visit the museums in the Lake Eufaula area. Civil War, Eufaula Lake, Cowboy and Rodeo, Native American, and community history are all part of the museum trek.

Honey Springs Battlefield and Visitors Center

preserves the history of the largest and most influential Civil War engagement ever to take place in Indian Territory. On a hot, muggy day, just two weeks after the famous Battle of Gettysburg and Vicksburg, July 17, 1863, a total of nine thousand troops converged on a small farming settlement along the Texas Road in Muscogee (Creek) Nation called Honey Springs. These troops, historians believe, represented the most diverse set of individuals and cultures to fight with and against one another, than in any other conflict during the entire Civil War. American Indians fought for both the Union and Confederacy. The First, Second and Third Indian Home Guards fought for the Union. The Indian Brigade, also American Indians, fought for the Confederacy. A first for the Civil War was a group fighting for the Union that were former slaves. The first African Americans to fight in the Civil War were the First Kansas Colored Volunteer Infantry Regiment. The Battlefield and Visitors center is located at 1863 Honey Springs Battlefield Rd, Checotah, OK. Open Tuesday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 918-473-5572. Eufaula Area Museum opened in 2017. Displays on Eufaula history including Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Lake Eufaula, early day maps and the community’s rich sports history are located there. A permanent railroad display, an ongoing project: Our History: Eufaula Transportation Railways and Roads is partially funded by Oklahoma Humanities. This museum is open Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by appointment. Email EufaulaMuseum@outlook.com to

schedule your visit. Admission is free. Checotah boasts two museums. The Katy Depot featuring a MKT Rail Car, has a wonderful historical display and the Heartland Heritage Museum features Checotah’s rich rodeo history, Checotah heritage and Muscogee (Creek) Nation Culture. Check hours or make an appointment 918-473-2070. Indianola is home to the historic Choate Cabin . It features the history of George Washington Choate, a Choctaw Civil War Soldier, Tobucksy County Sheriff and Judge and the last President of the Choctaw Senate before Oklahoma’s statehood. This Indian Territory Oklahoma Statehood Settlement celebrated 150 years in 2017 and is open by appointment 773-844-1804.

The Haskell County Historical Society and Museum is located downtown Stigler. Give them a

call 918-967-2161 to find out about their displays and hours. McAlester has several historical sites to visit. There’s a map that includes 25 sites to visit. Some are open daily but others can be visited by appointment only. The Masonic Center known as one of the most beautiful Scottish Rite buildings in the nation; The Castle , built by German Prisoners of World War II and the

Tannehill Family Heirlooms and Gun Museum are among

the sites. Call the McAlester Tourism Department to get your copy of the Historical Map 918-4239300 ext.4993.

Three Rivers Museum

located in Muskogee tells the fascinating story of the development of the Three Rivers region of Oklahoma. As one of the earliest areas west of the Mississippi to be settled, this region has a long and colorful past. The Midland Valley Railroad Depot has been restored to its original beauty. Exhibits on local multi-ethnic history fill the passenger and freight areas of the depot and a charming gift shop is housed in the old ticket booth. There’s also a 1940s era diesel switch engine open for visitors to climb about. Museum hours are Wednesday – Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 18

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Lake Eufaula State Park

ake Eufaula State Park is a great choice for an Oklahoma getaway. Whether the stay is short or longterm, a visit to this state park is guaranteed to be memorable. The park is located just south of I-40 near Checotah, in southeastern Oklahoma. Situated on Lake Eufaula, a 105,000 acre reservoir, there are many activities available for visitors on both land and water. On land, Oklahomaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diverse foliage and wildlife can be observed on hiking trails such as the Bluebird Trail. Visitors can bring bikes to get around the expansive park and take a ride on one of the mountain bike trails. The Deep Fork Nature Center educates visitors about native animals and plant species, and kids and adults can participate in naturalist programs and activities. For kids, the park offers many playgrounds and a fishing pond. A 9-hole disc golf course is located at Hummingbird Beach, and there is no fee required to play the disc golf course. Stop by the gift shop in the park office to rent disc golf equipment for a nominal fee. Nearby, the 18-hole Fountainhead Creek Golf Course, operated by the Muscogee Creek Nation, features views of the lake, complete with a putting green and pro shop. Lake Eufaula State Park also has a Lovelock Fountain, which encourages visitors to add a personal, and lasting, touch to the park. While there are so many things to do on land in the park, Lake Eufaula allows visitors the opportunity to play on the water. There is a swimming area with a beach, and multiple boat ramps provide easy access to the lake. Fishing is a big attraction at Lake Eufaula State Park, and a marina located in the park makes year-round fishing possible with an enclosed, heated fishing dock, as well as a tackle shop. Some of the largest fish in the state have been caught at Lake Eufaula. Various accommodations for a stay at Lake Eufaula State Park are available. Approximately 34 full hookup RV sites, 65 RV sites with water and electric and 93 tent sites are available. For a unique overnight accommodation, book a stay in a yurt, which offers a foldout futon with bedding, microwave, mini fridge, electrical outlets, a large picnic shelter and lake access at your doorstep. Pets are not allowed inside the yurt. Comfort stations are scattered throughout the park. Ideal for meetings or family reunions, the group camp features a fully equipped kitchen, dining hall, stocked pond and four air conditioned bunkhouses that can accommodate up to 96 people. Lake Eufaula State Park also features an airstrip for the convenience of those who would like to fly into the park.

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Park Office â&#x20AC;˘ (918) 689-5311 Deep Fork Nature Center (918) 689-4607 LESP@ecewb.com

Eufaula

Eufaula is home to:

Eufaula City Hall 64 Memorial Drive (918) 689-2532

2020 Calendar of Events July 23-25, Eufaula Round Up Club Rodeo, 6:30 pm daily. Contact Cindy Choate, 918: 465: 7712 July 24: 36th Annual Whole Hawg Days®, EACC 918-689-2791 July 25: 19th Annual Whole Hawg Days® Poker Run, EACC, 98: 689: 2791 Aug. 1: Customer Appreciation Day at #9 Marina, 918-452-3261 Sept. 5: Eufaula Area Arts Festival: EACC, 918-689-2791 & Eufaula Area Arts Council, 918-617-2919 Sept. 5: Labor Day Weekend Fireworks at #9 Marina, 918-452-3261 Sept. 12 & 13: OK State Championship Crappie Masters Tournament, Okcrappie.com Oct. 31: Main Street Halloween Haunts Festival: EACC, 918-6892791 Nov. 11: Veteran’s Day Parade: City of Eufaula, 918-689-2532 Nov. 26: Thanksgiving Day Dinner at VFW Post 8798, 918-689-5577 Nov. 28: Small Business Saturday, EACC 918-689-2791 Nov. 28: 3rd Annual Lighted Boat Parade, EACC, 918-689-2791 Dec. 1: Local Flavors: Food Tasting Fundraiser for Under One Roof, 918689-7505 Dec. 5: Annual Heartland Baazar in the Eufaula Armory, 918-617- 3562 Dec. 5: Lighted Nighttime Christmas Parade, City of Eufaula, 918689-2532, 5:30 pm with Lighting of the official City Tree in Posey Park Dec. 12: Cookie Crawl with merchants downtown, EACC 918-689-2791 Dec. 19: Last minute gift wrapping, EACC 918-689-2791 Dec. 25: Christmas Dinner at the VFW Post 8798, 918-689-5577 All dates and times are subject to change, please contact the Chamber offices for updates at 918-689-2791 or visit www.eufaulachamberofcommerce.com

Eufaula

Jan 1: First Day Hike: Lake Eufaula State Park: 11 am ,918-689-5311 Arrowhead State Park, 10 am, 918: 339: 2204 Second Saturday’s of every month: Concerts and shows with dinner at the Legacy on Main Street. Go to: Legacyonmainstreet.com for details. Feb. 7: A Night to Shine, Tim Tebow Foundation Event, Community Culture Church, 918: 707: 5233 Feb. 15: Casino Night for Vision Eufaula, 7-10 pm at the Legacy on Main St. 918-689-1515 March 6: Eufaula Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet, EACC, 918: 6889: 2791 March: Wine & Cheese Fundraiser for Eufaula Area Museum. March 14: Annual Burning of the Socks, #9 Marina, 918-452-3261 March 28: Wine Tasting at the Legacy for Eufaula Area Museum April 3: 17: The Premier of the Eufaula 10: Native American Artists at the Eufaula Area Museum, 918-689-2791 April 18: Crappie Masters Qualifier, Okcrappie.com April 20: Creation of 3: D Mural by Tracy Lee Stum on Selmon Street. Vision Eufaula Project, 918-689-1515 April-June: Team Up to Clean Up: Various Clean up events on weekends. May 23: Heritage Days at the Eufaula Indian Community Center, Under One Roof, 918-689-7505 June 12 & 13: Lake Lifestyle Show, Xtreme Amphitheatre, LEA 918-6897751 June 13: Golden Eagle Poker Run, LEA 918-689-7751 June 20: 10 Mile Yard Sale, Hwy. 9E: 918-429-9436 July 4: 51st Annual Fireworks Spectacular, EACC and City of Eufaula, 918-689-2791 and 918-689-2532

• A 2007 Oklahoma Centennial Clock • “The Indian Journal” Oklahoma’s oldest continually published weekly newspaper • Oklahoma’s first Masonic Lodge, est. 1855 • Oklahoma’s largest manmade lake • Located within the Muscogee (Creek) Nation boundaries • Eufaula Municipal Airport (F08) (Runway 17x35:3,000 x 60, CTAF 122.9, 635’ ASL, lighting SS-SR) • Numerous City Parks • City Bus (918) 689-1020 • Camping, (918) 689-2172

www.thwcinc.com

1-800-640-9741 • Primary Care • Preventative Care • Pediatrics • OBGYN Services • Immunizations • Laboratory 20

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

• Behavioral Health • Psychiatry • Opioid Use Services • Mobile Dental Unit • Sports Physicals • DOT Physicals 21

Canadian Valley Broadband Proudly serving the Lake Eufaula area for over 50 years! Open 8:30-5:00 daily for all your phone and internet needs. Located just off Highway 69 at the Crowder exit, give us a call or stop by today!

Canadian Valley Telephone 194 Telephone Road Crowder, OK 74430 918-334-3700

Residential & Commercial Phone Service to keep you connected... More reliable and better signal reception than mobile phones Faster response for 911 emergency calling and will continue to work even during power outages Required for some home security systems Unlimited long distance calling plan available Lifeline Program to assist low-income households

www.cvok.net

High-Speed Internet where you live, work and play... New Broadband-Only Plans, no phone required Higher package City of Crowder speeds Save money by streaming your current satellite service at your lake home - we can show you how 24/7 support by our team of highly-trained staff and an after-hours help desk For more information, contact the Crowder Chamber of Commerce at 918-334-4678. 22

Midway between Eufaula and McAlester off US 69 on the western shores of Lake Eufaula, the city of Crowder is a convenient stop for groceries, gas and bait. Enjoy our fullservice RV Park with 30 and 50 amp hookups, lighted boat ramp, courtesy dock and fishing dock. This rv park is within the city limits of Crowder. The fishing in Crowder can’t be beat. According to locals, crappie fishing from the bank is about the best on the lake. It’s also the perfect place for catfishing in the winter months. 2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Brown Lake

er Riv

172

Lake level at Full-flood Pool Uncleared Area

Primary Road (paved) Secondary Road Kiowa

Pittsburg

Distance to Dam (miles)

Lake level at Power Pool

State Highway

(may or may not be paved)

County Boundary

U.S. Highway

Alderson

Krebs

Juniper Point 156

155

OKLAHOMA

207

Holiday 209 208 150 Cove

210 211

199

204

Lake Eufaula 203 State Park 205 206

Council Hill

18 19

Lake Eufaula State Park Marina

13 12 14 16 15 17 22

150

OKLAHOMA

Onapa

Wainwright

31 33 34

MU S KOG E E

Checotah

Texanna

69 72

Porum Landing 67

to Ft. Smith

OKLAHOMA

150

Warner

M U S KOG E E M cI NTOS H

Duchess Creek Marina

Rentiesville

Oktaha

Bache

Marina

Airport

Hartshorne

Haileyville

153

152 25

Blocker

Hickory Point

(at normal lake levels)

Bridge Clearance

Navigational Light

Public Boat Ramp

Park

Elm Point

151

148

159 160

150

State Park 26

Highway 31 Landing

One Mile

154

149

158

Crowder

161 Arrowhead

Area 51 Marina

162

Falcon Tree ..................... 128 Alta Vista 1,2,3 ............... 125 Falcon View .................... 129 Alta Vista 4 ..................... 140 Fame Creek Area ............ 199 Arrowhead Estates.......... 163 First Nat’l Bank Addn ...... 119 Arrowhead Shores .......... 161 Foreman’s Cove ................ 10 Atlee Cove ...................... 212 Fountainblue Peninsula ..... 33 Avalon Estates ................ 195 Fountainhead Oaks ......... 205 Bar Harbor ........................ 43 French’s Addn ................. 122 Beacon Point .................... 85 Gaines Creek Hideaway .. 130 Beaver Creek Addn ........... 60 Garland & McKee Sub ....... 51 Beaver Lodge ................... 50 Gentry Creek Acres ............. 3 Beaver Lodge East ............ 50 Gentry Creek Cove .............. 2 Belle Starr Forest .............. 29 Grandview ........................ 16 Belle Starr Park................. 28 Greenbriar Addn................ 36 Belle Starr Ranch .............. 27 Featherston Happy Hollow ................. 203 Bent Oak......................... 133 Hickory Hills...................... 44 Bermuda Point ................ 139 Hickory Hills (Crowder) ... 158 Big Bass Park ................... 66 Hidden Ridge .................. 110 Bixby Creek ...................... 76 HideAWay Cove................. 62 Blue Kenokee Bay ............. 57 Hidden Paradise................ 49 Blue Water Oaks ............... 79 Holiday Hills .................... 168 Bluffview ........................ 208 Holiday Village .................. 69 Boulder Ridge ................... 64 Huckleberry Hills............... 48 Breckenridge .................. 179 Hurley Subdivision .......... 136 Bridgeport Beach .............. 19 Indian Springs................... 20 Bristow Point .................. 160 Island View ....................... 74 Brooken Cove ................... 93 James Addition ............... 201 Brooken Hills .................. 100 Janes Jungle .................... 39 Brooks Development ......... 96 Juniper Point .................. 156 Brown’s Catfish Haven .... 153 Kelso Development ......... 118 Brush Hill ........................ 204 La Duna ............................ 41 Bucks of Gaines Creek .... 154 Ladybird Landing .............. 89 Buds Point ...................... 159 Lake Breeze Sub............... 95 Buffalo Ridge .................. 183 Lake Eufaula Estates....... 162 Bugtussle Village ............ 155 Lake Forest Development . 56 Bunny Creek ................... 191 Lakeview Country Estate... 82 Cameron Cove .................. 54 Lakewood Forest ............ 127 Canadian Shores............. 172 Lakewood Park ................. 23 Cardinal Point ................. 157 Leisure Heights ................. 21 Carlton Landing .............. 132 Leisure Land ..................... 15 Carr Creek ........................ 32 Lincoln Lake Estates ....... 209 Cathey Mountain East ....... 24 Little Oklahoma .............. 197 Cedar Bluff ....................... 31 Lodgeview Point ............. 147 Cedar Ridge .................... 101 Longtown Acres .............. 141 Cedar Pointe Estates ....... 126 Longtown Estates ........... 121 Circle V Ranch ................ 134 Longtown Landing .......... 135 Cliff Heights .................... 105 Longview Acres .............. 145 Coon Creek Acres ........... 193 Lottawatah Village .............. 9 Coon Creek Trailer Park... 196 Ma-Lu Cove ...................... 83 Cove Acres........................ 92 Malthuldy Estates ........... 152 Crescent Hills .............. 37,38 Mason Oaks.................... 102 Dam ................................. 88 Massey Point .................. 148 Dam Site North ................. 87 McKee Cove...................... 53 Dam Site Rec Area N......... 86 McKinney Cove/Lakeview . 97 Deep Fork River Ranch ..... 14 Meadow Lakes Estates ..... 77 Dixie Point ...................... 120 Meadowwood Addition ...... 25 Dogwood Acres................. 46 Mill Creek Bay Estates .... 175 Dover Estates ................... 45 Morrison Acres ............... 169 Duchess Creek Acres ........ 67 Nobb Hill ........................... 72 Duchess Creek Estates ..... 73 Oak Ridge Cove ................ 61 Duvall Lake Estates ............ 1 Oakridge Club ................. 116 Eagle Bluff 1,2,3,4 .......... 178 Oaktree Landing ............... 81 East Gate Mobile Home Park .... 68 Oakwood Harbor ................. 6 Edgewater ...................... 69A Elm Point Estates ............ 150 Ogden Cove ..................... 59 Emerald Bay ....................... 5 Old Channel Point ........... 138 Enchanted Oaks 1,2,3...... 7,8 Paradise Point ..................... 4 Eufaula Cove North ......... 188 Peaceful Acres .................. 55 Eufaula Cove South ......... 186 Piney Acres ..................... 115 Evergreen Addition ............ 90 Piney Cove...................... 114 Falcon Cove .................... 131 Piney Creek .................... 109 Falcon Ridge ................... 149 Pipeline Cove .................... 47

Pittman Acres ................. 192 Pollard Development ....... 173 Porum Landing ................. 70 Quinton Porum Mountain Estate ..... 75 Push Hill ........................... 35 Quail Ridge Acres............ 198 Rainbow’s Bend .............. 194 Redland Acres................... 78 River Oaks ...................... 184 Riverview Terrace ........... 106 Roberts Ridge ................. 103 Rock Bluff Acres ............. 200 Rock Creek ..................... 164 Rock Creek Cove Estates 165 Rock Creek Heights ........ 166 Rock Creek Lots ............. 206 Rock Point ........................ 12 Rolling Oaks ..................... 18 Runaway Bay .................... 26 Saltsman Orchard ........... 189 Sabrina Beach .................. 91 Safari’s End .................... 202 Sam’s Point..................... 171 Sandpiper Cove ................ 58 Sandy Bass Bays 1-4 ........ 40 Scandia Cove .................... 63 Scoodiac Point ................ 211 Sea Blue Shores ............... 84 Sequoyah Acres ................ 98 Shabby Acres.................. 201 Sheppard Estates............ 207 Sherwood Forest............. 182 Shorehomes at the Cove . 187 Shoreline Drive Sub .......... 99 Snug Harbor ................... 113 Sooner Haven ................. 123 South Cove ....................... 94 Wilburton South Lake Estates ......... 170 Southport Cove ............... 190 Southview Meadows ......... 34 Spinnaker Point .............. 112 Sportsman’s Club............ 117 Spring Creek Development 22 Standing Rock Lodge ...... 108 Stephenson’s Lakeview #1.. 143 Stephenson’s Lakeview #2.. 144 Stone Cliff ....................... 181 Stone Ridge Estates ........ 180 Styles Subdivision ........... 142 Sunset Heights ................. 11 Sunset Ridge .................... 52 Sycamore Bay Cove ........ 210 Tall Oaks......................... 104 Tanglewood Bluff .............. 65 Terra Rouge Sub ............. 176 Terra Starr Estates ............ 30 Three Nations/Cherokee to Talihina Hill . 107 Timber Cove ................... 185 Timberline Beach ............ 111 Treasure Cove ................... 80 Twin Mtn Cove Estates .... 177 Twin Rivers (Rio Honda) .... 17 Urquhart Cove................... 42 Warren Addn ................... 146 Westport Beach .............. 174 Wildwoods ...................... 151 Williams Addition ............ 124 Willow Ridge Estates ........ 71 Windsor Shore Estates .... 167 Womack Sunset ................ 13

Eufaula Lake Subdivisions

27 30 21 28 26 25

68 69A 65 66 76 77 64 63 70 71 74 73 79 78 24 75 80 62 Belle Starr Marina 49 81 82 61 Belle Starr 196 20 50 48 83 36 58 59 60 53 51 35 46 198 Park 29 84 85 Dam Site 195 45 47 52 54 55 57 42 44 197 56 2 194 39 37 86 North 4 41 14 193 87 38 8 88 89 Brooken Cove 90 Lady 189 Bird 102 99 101 192 43 108 106 105 188 187 Landing 92 191 104 98 91 100 103 Eufaula 190 Eufaula Cove Marina10 107 Ever green Marina 97 184 109 110 182 181 185 183 95 180 111 96 93 No. 9 Marina 186 141 112 177 94 145 114Highway 9 178 179 25 144 113 136 137 24 138 Landing 142 146 143 135 176 16 117 Eufaula Lake 133 125 140 139 121 Enterprise 118 124 122 115 127 134 116 119 126 25 123 131 22 120 Longtown 129 128 170 169 132 130 Carlton Landing 18 167 168 Gaines 166 Creek ©2017 Lake Eufaula Association Map by Map Ink (405) 831-3858 Canadian 165 163 164 147

212

to Tulsa Eufaula Lake

157

Railroad

Cardinal Point

Crowder Point

171

174

175

Vivian

Mellette

173

202

Stidham

200

201

Gentry Creek Cove

Interstate Highway

McAlester

Indianola

Lenna

Eufaula Lake

Hitchita

M cI NTOS H

G SBUR

LEGEND

to Ada

EXIT 82

Lake McAlester

Indianola

PITT

Hanna

ian

H N TO S

Ca n

McI

North

Hoffman

Morris

to Oklahoma City

to Seminole

Lake Henryetta

Henryetta

Grayson

OKM U LGEE

PI T TS BUR G HA S KE LL

kmulgee

IT TSBURG

an Ca na

di ve r

e ko g t o Mu s

PI T TS BU R G L ATI M E R

Indian Nation Turnpike n atio N e ian Ind rnpik u T n atio N ian e Ind rnpik Tu

Property owners: Make the call

 Swimming outside a designated swimming area  Swimming without a life jacket  Jumping into unknown waters  Swimming under the inf luence of alcohol/drugs  Holding your breath too long while swimming  Challenging someone to swim across a cove, lake, or pond or to an object such as a buoy  Swimming to rescue a person, boat, beach ball, or some other object

Reserve your spot... Corps Campgrounds

If you own property adjacent to the shoreline or are considering purchasing such property, a visit or phone call to the Eufaula Project Office will be time well spent. Adjacent, or would be adjacent landowners may apply for mowing permits, allowing them to mow a portion of government property. Some may be interested in applying for a boat dock permit, to place a private dock behind private property. To apply for either, applicants must submit two completed copies of the Shoreline Use Permit application, proof of ownership of adjacent property, and a check to cover permit and administration fees. Applicants interested in a boat dock must also submit complete materials lists and boat dock plans. Upon receipt of a request, a ranger then makes a site visit, reviews submitted plans, and determines what, if any, permit may be issued. There are multiple factors that a ranger must consider with Shoreline Use Applications. First, how is the shoreline zoned in the area? It may be zoned limited development, public recreation area, prohibited access area, protected shoreline area, or protected shoreline area (for fish and wildlife). The zoning of an area dictates what activities may or may not take place in that area. Next, what is the extent of vegetation or tree cover in the area? Are there previous restrictions on the property? Does request cross an archaeological site. Does the cove allow for additional docks, bearing in mind the strict spacing requirements? A ranger must consider each factor in his/ her determination of a submitted application. Besides information on Shoreline Use Permits, a landowner should be aware of flowage easement and encroachment. Flowage easement is land on Eufaula Lake where the Corps of Engineers’ real estate interest is limited to easement title only. However, on all waters of the reservoir, regardless of ownership of the underlying land, the Corps of Engineers just assure the public’s safety and navigational integrity. Habitable structures are prohibited on flowage easement lands, and written consent from the Corps of Engineers must be obtained before placement of any other structures directly on flowage easement lands. An encroachment is unauthorized personal property or structures located on government managed public property. These are just a few issues of concern regarding adjacent property on Eufaula Lake that a landowner should be aware of. The Eufaula Lake U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Project Office personnel are available to assist customers in person or by phone, at (918) 799-5843.

Water Safety Tips The US Army Corps of Engineers wants you to come out and enjoy Lake Eufaula this summer. They also want you to be safe while at the lake so you can return again year after year. Lake Eufaula is a great place to spend the day fishing, swimming or boating and can be fun for family and friends and the cornerstone of any outdoor vacation.  However, water can also be dangerous and present various hazards, especially for children.  Before you head out to the Lake please read up on some of my favorite water safety tips. • Protect yourself by avoiding water that is discolored, or where foam or scum is present.   • Swim in designated swimming areas only.  While not every location can have a lifeguard present, make sure to swim in established swimming areas, far away from hidden dangers. • Practice the buddy system when swimming.  Swimming with a partner will ensure that if an emergency does happen, someone is available to assist you or go for help. • Know your limits.  Swimming in lakes

and rivers can be vastly different than swimming in your backyard pool, so don’t push yourself beyond your natural swimming capability.  • If you’re not a strong swimmer or just learning how to swim, don’t swim in water that is too deep.  Always swim in an area where your feet can touch the lake bottom.  Stay safe and don’t try to keep up with more skilled swimmers. • Be prepared for emergencies.  It’s always a good idea to have someone along that is trained in life-saving skills, such as CPR.  Taking a free class at local organizations such as YMCA or YWCA can help save a life someday. • ALWAYS watch children when they are in or near the water.  Do not get distracted by phone calls, text messages or talking to others. • When children are swimming in outdoor bodies of water, a life jacket is always recommended. • Avoid swallowing water while swimming. • Avoid swimming in polluted or algae-

affected water.  Check for visible signs and avoid surfaces that are questionable. • Wear ear plugs and swim goggles when appropriate. • Shower before and after swimming, and make sure to wash any cuts and scrapes with clean water and soap. • Check the local weather conditions and forecast before swimming or boating.  Strong winds and thunderstorms can be dangerous. • Look before you leap.  Diving injuries can be severe, so check the water’s depth before you dive in and identify any hidden rocks or other hazards, even if you plan on leaping in feet-first. • If you are boating, everyone should wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket.  In Oklahoma, all vessels must carry one wearable floatation device for each person onboard and all children under 13 years of age must wear their life jacket at all times.  Make sure that the life jacket is appropriate for the child’s size and weight. • Be aware that alcohol and boating do not mix.  While out on the water, you must be able to think quickly, since water and weather conditions can be unpredictable.  Also note that one third of boating deaths are alcohol-related. • Respect all water and beach closures.

...Under the Stars

Park Class #of Sites Dates Open w/Service Dates Open Belle Starr South A 118 Apr. 1-Oct. 31 Apr.1-Oct. 31 Brooken Cove A 62 Apr. 1-Oct. 31 Apr.1-Oct. 31 Damsite East C 10 Apr.1-Oct. 31* Jan.1-Dec. 31 Ladybird Landing A 57 Apr. 1-Oct. 31* Jan. 1-Dec. 31 Elm Point C 17 Apr. 1-Oct. 31* Jan. 1-Dec. 31 Gentry Creek A 40 Apr. 1-Oct. 31* Jan. 1-Dec. 31 Hwy. 9 East C 9 Apr. 1-Oct. 31* Jan. 1-Dec. 31 Hwy. 9 North A 40 Apr. 1-Oct. 31* Jan. 1-Dec. 31 Hwy. 9 South A 33 Apr. 1-Oct. 31* Apr. 1-Oct. 31 Mill Creek C 12 Apr. 1-Oct. 31* Jan. 1-Dec. 31 Oakridge C 12 Apr. 1-Oct. 31* Jan. 1-Dec. 31 Porum Landing A 53 Apr. 1-Oct. 31* Jan. 1-Dec. 31 *Limited services may be available during March and November. Call Lake Office for Information at `(918) 484-5135. Primitive areas and access points open year-round. For information or reservations call toll-free 1-877-444-6777 or visit website Recreation.gov. 26

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Lake Eufaula

Always above par. ( 35.403° N

95.608° W )

How do I sum up our family reunion? Going back to Lake Eufaula was a gift. I’ll always cherish those picnics that stretched long beyond dusk. And swapping stories about all those shenanigans we pulled (and survived ! )when we were kids. The little ones soaked up the sunshine, trying their luck with the bow and arrow, horseback riding and fishing. And those carefree afternoons on the greens? It was so rejuvenating to unplug and unwind like that. These are the stories worth telling. These are the memories worth capturing … and I can’t imagine a better backdrop than Lake Eufaula.

It's Camping Season. Find your new favorite RV or tent site at an Oklahoma state park.

Visit TravelOK.com/Parks.

Arrowhead Golf Course Lake Eufaula State Park

Arrowhead S t a t e Park

Porum

Lake Eufaulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Best Kept Secret!

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Porum Landing

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Lake Eufaula

Robert S. Kerr Lake

THE LAND BETWEEN TWO LAKES

Since 1904

918-967-4665

Kiamichi Technology Centers

918-967-2801

COFFEE COTTAGE

STIGLER CAFE

Book on www.airbnb.com 201 NE 3rd | Stigler, OK

918-967-9939

918-967-1001

918-967-0100

200 NE 2ND ST, STIGLER

(918) 470-9609

918-967-8010

918-471-5001

918-967-2166

Sparkle and Rust www.dunnfordcompany.com

918-967-3384

A Vintage Market

115 East Main, Stigler | 918-967-7061

A Community of “Families”

200 NE 2ND ST, STIGLER

918-967-2444

,LLC 918-967-3368

918-441-7313

918-967-1002

805 E Main St • Stigler OK

918-967-2427

918-967-3394

Bill Cariker

1509 E. Main • P.O. Box 725 Stigler, OK 74462

918-967-1025 OKIE DRILLING COMPANY, INC.

Stigler Home Center, Inc. (918) 967-3187

Keota - Old Timer’s Day – First Saturday in May Kinta - 4th of July Celebration September- Oklahoma Cushman Motor Scooter Club McCurtain - 4th of July Celebration Stigler - Community Easter Egg Hunt April 4, 2020 Roye Park 10 am Cruise Night - May 23, 2020 - Downtown Stigler Stigler Reunion Days- June 19 and 20, 2020 – (Haskell County Courthouse Lawn) Stigler Car Show and Chili Cook-Off - October 24, 2020 Merchant’s Trick or Treat - TBA Shop Small Saturday November 28, 2020 Shop Stigler Campaign - November 16 - December 19 Tinsel Tuesdays - December 1, 8 and 15 Stigler Christmas Parade December 5, 2020 Shop Stigler Cash Drawing - December 19, 2020 (12 PM Courthouse Lawn)

www.billcox.com

www.coxins-agency.com

918-967-2225

Antiques & Boutiques Access to Gaming Access to Hunting & Fishing Access to Technical Training Access to the Port of Keota Access to Top Regional Airport Brier Creek - 9 Hole Golf Course Haskell County Museum Historic Time Theater Lake Eufaula, Kerr Lake Lake John Wells New Stigler Sports Complex Quality Restaurants Roye Park with Splash Pad and Disc Golf Stigler Haskell County Public Library Taloka Valley Cultural Heritage Center Twin Lakes Inn with RV Hook -Ups

918 967-8768

918 967-5094

w w w. stiglerok . net

918-967-9971

HASKERLICLALCSOOCUIENTY TY AND MUSEUM HISTO

CAS INO & T RAVE L P L A Z A

STIGLER,OK

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

918 967-2161 33

Pet Friendly

Plenty of room for your fur babies. Lake Eufaula is a pet friendly destination.

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Arrowhead State Park

rrowhead State Park, located near Canadian in southeastern Oklahoma, features 2,200 acres with amenities that will appeal to all visitors. Arrowhead State Park is an ideal setting for a relaxed, low-key trip or an activity-filled adventure. Visitors can explore 25 miles of trails on horseback, and Arrowhead Stables, located on-site, offers riding stables and horses for rental. Boarding, riding lessons and trail rides are available. Hiking and biking trails are scattered throughout Arrowhead State Park. The extensive trails in the park are great ways to explore the Okla- homa scenery and take in the natural world, whether on horseback, on foot or on a mountain bike. On the trails, visitors may get a close-up view of some of the animals that live in the park, such as deer, wild turkeys and rabbits. Lake Eufaula, the largest man-made lake in Oklahoma, borders most of Arrowhead State Park and is accessible by boat from a ramp located near the marina. Water sports of all kinds are enjoyed on the lake, from water skiing to wakeboarding. Fishing is a popular activity at Lake Eufaula, and the catch of the day may include catfish, crappie and sand bass, among many other types of fish. There is also a swimming area perfect for cooling off from a hot day in the sun. The 18-hole golf course in Arrowhead State Park gives visitors a chance to hit the links while experiencing the beauty of the park. Featuring a new pro shop, a new cart barn, new sand traps and irrigation system as well as a driving range and putting green, this full-service 72-par course will provide visitors with an enjoyable day outdoors. From two holes on the course, visitors have great views of Lake Eufaula. Cart and club rentals are available. Arrowhead State Park offers 91 tent sites and 91 RV sites, 20 of which have full hookups available. Some RV sites in the Turkey Flats campground may be reserved online at www.Gocampok. 2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

com. A dump station is also located onsite. There are many conveniently located comfort stations in the park, and the park also offers picnic pavilions and a playground. A group camp is available to visitors, and features a kitchen and

bunkhouses. Perfect for family reunions or large get-togethers, the group camp can accommodate up to 144 people. Arrowhead State Park also features an airstrip for the convenience of those who would like to fly into the park.

Golf Course 918-339-2769 Park Office 918-339-2204

Sailing

othing ends the day better on Lake Eufaula than a relaxing sunset sail with the light evening Oklahoma winds pushing you toward the bright orange glow on the horizon. All sailors are looking forward to new adventures and fun with our family and friends in 2020. Each year creates more memories for us. Those memories will always be cherished as we grow older. A great idea, not only for sailors but any boater is to keep a journal on board our boats. These journals are a great place to record our memories, but also for many different safety reasons. We should always designate someone on board for every single outing to record the number of souls on board when we disembark. Along with that, they typically note the temperature, wind speed/ direction and weather forecast for the day. A well-kept journal will have the date and time we left the dock on every outing. It will also have the names of everyone on board. This person will also check for proper counts on the life jackets aboard. Once the safety portion is recorded in the journal, then comes the fun part! We usually pass the journal around the boat during that day’s sailing adventure. Each passenger will usually write

a few words of wit, wisdom, comedy or just describe what a great day it is to be out on the water and what they are feeling at the time. Our boat, Caliente, is on her second journal documenting her journeys. The best kind of journal needs to be leather bound with very thick paper, because there is no doubt that it will get wet. It is always so fun to go back through the years and read the words of someone who was aboard as a first time sailor that day, or someone who has just experienced a hair raising sail with 30 mph winds, or maybe someone who has been moved by a particularly perfect day spending time with those most important to them, especially if that person is no longer with us. What you end up with is a book of inspiring words from people who shared time with you on your boat. People who have left their mark on your life. Some who sail with you all the time, others who left but one page in your journal but whose emotions of that day flow from the words they wrote and will be with you from then on. Of all the things on your boat, one day this journal will be the most cherished of all to you and your family. So try starting a journal this year if you don’t already have one and start recording the most treasured moments in your life. By the way, it’s a great place to keep track of oil changes and maintenance too! Here’s to everyone having a great 2020 on our great Lake Eufaula. Keep it safe and keep your hands on the helm!

Dennis Eck

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Scenic Drive & Biker Trips

ake Eufaula has beautiful, scenic drives for motorcycle enthusiasts. The Lake Loop gives bikers great views of the massive waters of Lake Eufaula with smooth riding on blacktop roads through all sorts of terrain. Take Highway 9 east of Eufaula and ride through the Longtown area to Highway 71 at Enterprise. Check out the shops and dining opportunities along the way. Turn north on 71 and discover the Brooken area and the panoramic view of Lake Eufaula Dam. There are parks and recreation areas to stop and see the outdoors. Be sure to stop and enjoy the breath-taking view at the dam overlook and make plans to return to experience the 450 acre ATV Trail just below the dam. After crossing the dam, turn left in front of the boulder and travel through the hillside of the Porum area. At the stop sign, turn left onto Texanna Road and follow it through all sorts of lake developments, parks and areas to explore. Stop for a meal or just to check out all the cool spots. Travelers will end up at Highways 69 and 150. Go under 69 and follow the road out the Lake Eufaula State Park or get on 69 and head to your next destination. This is about a 50 mile ride. Timing is all up to you. There are marinas, shops, dining, campgrounds, lodging facilities, sandy beaches, fishing and swimming holes and lots of fun things to explore on this ride. Heading south on Highway 69 from Eufaula is another great ride. Take a detour through Arrowhead State Park and see all it has to offer. Then continue on 69 to Crowder, a little lakeside community. Exit there and get on Nale Road to head toward Blocker. Be sure to slow down and look both ways for a gorgeous view as you cross the lake. At Blocker turn right onto Highway 31. This will take you through the Elm Point area and into Krebs, Oklahomaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Little Italy. Stop at Peteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place for a divine meal or try one of the other Italian Restaurants in this community before continuing on to McAlester and Highway 69. This 35 mile ride has plenty of action with opportunities to stop, shop, eat or just enjoy the outdoors. These rides are suggested for bikers but can be enjoyed by anyone!

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Hunting

ufaula Lake lays claim to some of the finest hunting opportunities in southeast Oklahoma. Much of the Public Hunting Land on Eufaula is managed by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. The rest is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Together these agencies manage approximately 31,000 acres of Public Hunting Land on Eufaula Lake. Most of this land is zoned as Protected Shoreline (Fish & wildlife). Public hunting lands on Eufaula Lake are open to each and every citizen of the United States who meet the license requirements. All Oklahoma state Hunting regulations apply on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers hunting land and are enforced by Oklahoma State Game Wardens. Most hunting seasons are the same as for the rest of the State but there are some exceptions. It is your responsibility to be familiar with the hunting regulations and to make sure the area you hunt is actually open for hunting. Get a Eufaula Hunting map and get familiar with the area before you plan to hunt. Here are a few hunter safety tips to take to the woods with you. Know the

correct way to carry your gun. Treat every gun as if it were loaded. Always point the gun muzzle in a safe direction. Be sure of your target. Keep the safety on or the chamber unloaded until ready to fire. Never lay a loaded gun on the bottom of a boat. Never shoot on or over the water. Remember, we share the hunting lands on the “Gentle Giant” with the entire population of the Nation. Don’t litter, be courteous, practice hunting safety, and enjoy our great outdoors.

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Fishing

t’s no secret that Lake Eufaula is the largest lake in Oklahoma so it just makes sense that some of the best fishing in Oklahoma is right here on Lake Eufaula. The four most sought after fish are black bass, crappie, catfish, and white bass. Added into this fishing equation are striped bass below the dam and gar and other rough fish for the bow fisherman. The term black bass includes largemouth, spotted, and smallmouth bass. All of which are plentiful all over Lake Eufaula. Because of its size, Lake Eufaula will usually have three types of water clarity ranging from murky to clear. This variety of water conditions will fit any type of fishing conditions. Largemouth and smallmouth bass have a 14” limit which helps to insure a quality fishery. At this time, spotted bass are under a no size or number limit due to their high numbers in population.

The next most popular fish on this lake is the crappie. Lake Eufaula is known as one of the top ten Crappie Fishing Lakes in the nation. At this time there is no length limit and the number you may keep is 37 per person per day. Crappie is caught year round and is present in all areas of the lake. Some of the more popular crappie areas are near bridges, rip-rap shoreline, brush piles and standing timber. The Department of Wildlife has placed a new type of habitat called spider blocks. Look for pieces of plastic pipe sticking out of the shallow water areas and give them a try. There is a very strong argument that Lake Eufaula is the best crappie lake in Oklahoma. Catfish are also very popular in Lake Eufaula and are basically equally scattered around the lake and traditionally they prefer the deeper creek channels and rocky areas. Blue, channel, and flathead catfish

are caught on a wide variety of baits and can also be caught year round. Some of the largest catfish are caught in the dead of winter. Rod and reel, jug line, and trotline are all used to put catfish on your stringer. For the not so faint of heart you might try your hand at noodling, a type of fishing for flathead catfish. Most noodling is done in May thru July. If you don’t mind sticking your hand in a dark hole under water and having a flathead chomp down, then this is the fishing for you; just hold on. White bass are probably the fish with the highest numbers and visibility on Lake Eufaula. There is currently no size of limit to the number of white bass you may keep. The white bass is Oklahoma’s state fish and the current state record was caught on Lake Eufaula in 1984. When water is being released below Eufaula dam, striped bass fishing is popular. Several of the state record striped bass have come from this area. Due to miles and miles of shallow flats, bow fishing for rough fish is a popular way to stalk and arrow a gar, carp, or buffalo. Up to date fishing regulation guides are available at fishing license dealers and should be consulted for the latest rules and regulations or by visiting www.wildlifedepartment.com.

Ed Rodebush McIntosh Co. Game Warden (Ret.)

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Lake Living

your dream home awaits! Home Purchase • Refinance Construction • Remodel

501 E Carl Albert Parkway 608 S George Nigh Expressway 918-426-0200 www.bancfirst.bank *With approved credit.

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

Lake Living

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide

ATV/Riding Trails Lake Eufaula Dam ATV Trail Located on SH 71 at Lake Eufaula Dam is a 450 acre ATV riding area. The entrance to the Canadian River Valley is on the South side of the dam and includes sand, rolling dunes and wooded areas. There is no fee to ride and the area is open year around. Rules and regulations are posted at the parking area. For more information contact the Corps of Engineers office at 918-799-5843. Bring your ATV and ride.

2020 Lake Eufaula Guide