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Lake Eufaula, Oklahoma’s largest lake leaves plenty of room for any type of water sport as it boasts 105,000 acres of water. Surrounding the water, you’ll find sandy beaches for building sand sculptures, catching some rays or strolling along looking for treasures. There are so many ways to explore Lake Eufaula’s 800 miles of shoreline. Plan a day in nature on one of our many hiking or horseback trails. Go on an ATV ride near the dam. Take a leisurely motorcycle or car drive on a scenic, winding road. There is so much to see that you will discover something new at every turn. It’s a fisherman’s paradise with an abundant supply of crappie and bass. Anglers can also cast a line for catfish or other fish species as well. Guides are available if you prefer a little help with reeling them in all day. Depending on the season, 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

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campgrounds offer a variety of camping options, tent, yurts, and RV hookups. There are also many private RV parks with amenities to fit your specific needs. Traditional lodging and all types of rentals are available from small one-room cabins to luxurious elevated homes. For your convenience, Lake Eufaula has seven marinas around the lake that offer food, beverages, fuel, boat slips and rentals. Several have ship stores with accessories for your lake fun. There are numerous local restaurants in town and surrounding areas that are sure to please your palate; some even offer dining areas that overlook the water. 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. Local communities offer unique activities all year long. Visit our website for a current calendar of events: www.VisitLakeEufaula.com. Welcome to Lake Eufaula, your adventure starts here.

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Table of Contents

About LEA ATV Trails Boating Checotah Eufaula Fishing History Hunting Lodging Longtown Map Marinas McAlester Muskogee Porum Landing Sailing Scenic Drives Southern Plains Festival State Parks Stigler Texanna Road Trips Wildlife

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The Southern Plains Festival (SPF) has dedicated two decades to promoting Wakeboard and Wakesurf, and in collaboration with the World Wakeboard Association (WWA), it’s now extending its mission to nurture younger wakeboard athletes. This includes showcasing the talents of Jr. Men and Jr. Women Pro divisions, creating a dedicated platform for these young athletes. Local riders Stella Tracy and Cameron Lewis from Eufaula have played a crucial role in inspiring this commitment to Jr. Pro Categories. SPF proudly acknowledges Jr. Pro Rider Stella Tracy’s 1st place achievements in Jr. Pro Women and Women’s Surf, along with Cameron Lewis securing 1st in Grom and 2nd in Grom Surf at SPF. This local talent highlights the strength of riders in Eufaula, and Sammy’s Surf Shop takes pride in sponsoring Stella Tracy and Cameron Lewis. In the previous year, SPF, positioned between Nationals in Georgia and Worlds in Portugal, served as a valuable practice event for 65 competitors from across the country, including California, Florida, Missouri, Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. The event schedule includes Practice Pulls on Friday, the Tournament on Saturday, and Sunday Funday featuring Pro Riders—an opportunity open to everyone, not just competitors. Riding with the pros provides an incredible chance to meet and learn from industry greats. Over two decades, SPF has hosted renowned Nautique Riders like Scott Byerly, Shawn Watson, J.D. Webb, Emily Copeland, Jeff McKee, Toni Laconi, Noah Flegel, Drew Drennen, Jr. Pros Stella Tracy, Kane Ward, Zach Miller, and Max Saja. National riders, including local Pro riders Stella Tracy and Cameron Lewis, converge at SPF, showcasing the strength and dedication of the future of wakeboarding. —April Roberts 2024 LAKE EUFAULA GUIDE

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LODGING Find a great place to stay by selecting one of these beautiful hotels, motels, cabins, cottages, air bnb’s or treesorts. The Eufaula area offers a variety of choices. Travelers looking for something different are in for a treat with these unique lodging options.

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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, and jet skis. 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. 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 Nature 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

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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 oldfashioned diner. Later, romp on the beach, rent a pontoon boat, 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 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. 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, off-roading, 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.

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Calendar of Events

TBA Heritage Days, Eufaula Chamber June 8th- Golden Eagle Poker Run Lake Eufaula Association July 4th Fourth of July Celebration July 27th, 28th & 29th Whole Hawg Days, Eufaula Chamber Sept. /Oct. LEA Golf Tournament Lake Eufaula Association TBA Local Flavor, Under One Roof TBA Down Town Trick or Treat Nov. Lights on Eufaula Nov. 28th Thanksgiving Lunch Dec. 7th Christmas Parade will be December 7th TBA- Cookie Crawl Dec. 25th- Christmas Dinner, VFW

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History buffs can plan a day-long journey or invest more time to visit the museums in the Lake Eufaula area. Civil War, Eufaula Lake, Cowboy & 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 who were former slaves. The first African Americans to fight in the Civil War were called, The First Kansas Colored Volunteer Infantry Regiment. The Battlefield and Visitors center is located at 1863 Honey Springs Battlefield Rd, Checotah, OK. This facility is open Tuesday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 918-4735572. Eufaula Area Museum opened in 2017. On display are artifacts of: Eufaula history, including Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Lake Eufaula, early day maps and the community’s rich sports history. Also on the premises is a permanent railroad display, an ongoing project: Our History: Eufaula Transportation Railways and Roads which 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 an MKT Rail Car and the Heartland Heritage Museum which features Checotah’s rich rodeo history, Checotah heritage and Muscogee (Creek) Nation Culture. Check website for hours or make an appointment 918-473-2070. 2024 LAKE EUFAULA GUIDE

HISTORY

Indianola is home to the historic Choate Cabin. It features the history of George Washington Choate, a Choctaw Civil War Soldier, a Tobucksy County sheriff, judge, and the last President of the Choctaw Senate before Oklahoma’s statehood in 1907. 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. One of the most notable buildings there is the American Legion Hut built in 1921, which served as the town’s community center, held events such as: social meetings, political meetings, dances, plays, wrestling and boxing matches and parties. 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 notable stops include: 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 Museums are among the sites. Call the McAlester Tourism Department to get your copy of the Historical Map and to schedule a visit at: 918-423-9300 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. Also here is the Midland Valley Railroad Depot which 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 aboard and look about. Museum hours are Wednesday – Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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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 918-4845135. Bring your ATV and ride. 2024 LAKE EUFAULA GUIDE

Reserve your spot... Corps Campgrounds

...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 A 57 Apr. 1-Oct. 31* Jan. 1-Dec. 31 Ladybird Landing 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.

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. 18

• 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 algaeaffected 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 Guardapproved 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. 2024 LAKE EUFAULA GUIDE

Property owners: Make the call

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. 2024 LAKE EUFAULA GUIDE

Vegetation Modification Permit Changes

Water's Edge Vegetation Modification Permit holders will observe a 45 foot buffer from the natural vegetation line. This 45-foot vegetation buffer prevents erosion, siltation of Lake Eufaula and helps prevent hannful chemicals from entering the lake. The vegetative buffer is a 45-foot wide strip from the natural vegetation line along the shoreline where only limited trimming of trees and shrubs Is allowed. Modification of grass or non-woody vegetation In this buffer is prohibited. Meandering footpaths for lake and dock access will still be allowed upon approval by the lake office. The Integration of this buffer is required and has been Implemented for all new shoreline management permits issued since 2013.

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Camping and Day Use Fees: Use Pay.gov

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Eufaula Day Use

In 2020, Lake Eufaula became the first USACE project to use Pay.gov, a service provided by the U.S. Treasury Dept. to collect cashless payments for day use fees at all parks and camping fees at Class C parks. Class C parks are first come, first serve with no gate attendant. On Lake Eufaula, these parks are Dam Site East, Elm Point, Oak Ridge and Mill Creek.

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The new Pay.gov program now allows the public to make an electronic payment for day use at all parks and for camping at Class C Parks. The user simply either scans a QR code at the boat ramp, swim beach or campsite, picks the location from a dropdown menu and chooses the electronic payment type. Pay.gov accepts Amazon Pay, PayPal, electronic check and debit and credit cards and emails the receipt. Once the transaction is complete, a ranger is then able to see who has paid instantly.

The process for using Pay.gov is as follows: Open the camera on your smart phone to Scan QR Code on either a fee sign or site marker for camp sites and click on the link in the camera window. Fill out the form with required information including location, site number if paying for camping and submit. Fill out payment information form and submit. Provide an email for the receipt and submit. 19

It is not only a very good thing to be able to navigate by the stars….but also makes for some very interesting conversation among your shipmates on a nighttime sail. The pinholes of light in the darkness above have inspired many stories from people through the ages, imagining shapes above that come complete with all sorts of legends and fairytales. A favorite is a tale about the constellation Cassiopeia. Some have described the large “W” in the sky as being queen Cassiopeia’s crown that was thrown into the sky by Zeus, after the queen angered him. Other’s see the queen herself in this group of stars banished to the heavens to perpetually rotate around Polaris…the North Star. Cassiopeia is a very visible “W” in the sky that is always visible and easy to find. It is an important constellation to know because it will always tell you where the North Star is. Knowing which direction is north is the most important key to navigating at night and it is very easy to determine. Since the North Star is not very bright, it is helpful to know that if you bisect the largest V in Cassiopeia’s crown with an imaginary line, it will point directly at the North Star. The 2 outermost stars in the Big Dipper’s bowl will also point in the direction of the North Star. Usually the brightest stars in the sky are actually planets. They are not very helpful in navigating because their positions differ throughout the year. Mars, Venus, Jupiter and Saturn are the most visible and can be seen at different times of night, depending on the time of year. Venus is the most brilliant by far. She outshines everything in the sky…second only to the Moon… and occasionally they rise and set together, which is always a breathtaking sight! Venus was a morning star towards the

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end of last year, only visible right before sunrise. She will not be visible for the first few months of 2024, but will become an evening star visible in about May of this coming year. During this time she will only be visible for a short time after sunset, before she disappears under the western horizon. She is an elusive creature, but well worth the wait when you finally get to see her shine! Named Aphrodite in Greek mythology, she is the goddess of love and beauty, and it is easy to see why she was worshipped by ancient seafarers who considered her to be goddess of the sea as well. The heavens at night have been an important part of many a sailor’s life. After all…they are a beautiful thing to behold when you are at sea…surrounded by obscurity. They breathe life into an otherwise dark sky. The stars are there… always...regardless of where you are, rich or poor…they shine down on all of us the same. After a year like 2023, you can’t always be sure of the reliability of your onboard GPS or the phone that we have all become so heavily dependent on. It is easy to get disoriented at night on the water. So whether it be for navigation purposes when you are sailing on Lake Eufaula at night, or simply wanting to know more about the breathless moments that a nighttime sail gives you, it’s a great plan to get familiar with the stars above you. Dennis Eck

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Lake McAlester

Indianola

PITT

Brown Lake

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

OKLAHOMA

27 30

Onapa

20 150

Lake Eufaula State Park Marina

13 12 14 16 15 17 22

Wainwright

31 33 34

M U S KO G E E

Checotah

Texanna

69 72

Porum Landing 67

to Ft. Smith

OKLAHOMA

150

Warner

M U S KO G E E M c I N TO S 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

Highway 31 Landing

One Mile

154

149

158

Crowder

161 Arrowhead

Area 51 Marina

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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 Ogden Cove ..................... 59 Elm Point Estates ............ 150 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 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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

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CHECOTAH

Calendar of Events Chamber of Commerce Membership Banquet ............February TBA Checotah ‘s 152nd Birthday ( 1872) .............................Febru ary 13 Chili Cook Off .................................................................February 24 Oklahoma Great American Clean Up ............................March - May Checotah Public Schools Spring Break .........................March 18-22 Easter Egg Hunt ..............................................................M arch TBA Chamber Member Appreciation .........................................May TBA High School Graduation ....................................................... May 23 Duvall Steer Wrestling Jackpot (Round-Up Arena) ............ May TBA Chamber Membership Appreciation Day ...........................May TBA Memorial Day Celebration ................................................... May 27 Round Up Club Old Settlers Day Rodeo ..............................June 7-8 57th Annual Old Settlers Day & Parade ................................. June 8

Checotah High School Alumni Reunion ......................... June 21- 22 City of Checotah 4th of July Celebration ..............................July TBA Battle of Honey Springs Memorial ........................................July 13 Summer Celebration Katy Depot ....................................August TBA Dusk Till Dawn Blues Festival ........................August 30, 31, Sept. 1 Fall Festival and Car Show ....................................... September TBA Downtown Halloween Celebration ................................ October 31 Veterans Day .............................................................. November 11 Shop Small ................................................................. November 23 Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade .....................December 2 Chamber of Commerce Christmas in the Park ...............December 2 Residential Lighting Competition .......................... December 5- 18

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LAKE EUFAULA ASSOCIATION

The Lake Eufaula Association was founded with the purpose of promoting tourism to Lake Eufaula and the surrounding region including 5 counties, McIntosh, Haskell, Pittsburg, Okmulgee, and Muskogee. The association also provides travel information to tourist visiting Lake Eufaula. Our goal is to advance and improve economic growth in the Lake Eufaula area. Tourism is the number one industry for the Lake Eufaula area. Every time someone spends money around Lake Eufaula, they also pay taxes. Those tax dollars contribute directly to our schools, help expand our roads, and provide services like police, fire, and rescue. LEA promotes attractions, events, and activities that will increase tourism. LEA builds partnerships with individuals, businesses, organizations, and government entities. We are dedicated to working with all who support the vitality of the Lake Eufaula region. LEA is a member of the Oklahoma Lakes and Countries Association and partners with the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department to increase tourism to Oklahoma. The Lake Eufaula Association utilizes a variety of marketing methods to promote tourism throughout the region. 2024 LAKE EUFAULA GUIDE

Annual membership in the organization delivers increased visibility for your community, business, or event. Our members are vital to our existence, we offer family, business, and corporate memberships with varying benefits at each level. Our marketing efforts include our website VisitLakeEufaula.com, social media, Travel Shows and Expos, the Corps Camper publication, and 80,000 full-color copies of the Lake Eufaula Travel Guide that is distributed all over the nation through Tourist Information Centers, Expos, Literature Distribution Programs, local businesses, and through OKTravel. com. The LEA office also serves as the local tourism information center promoting all aspects of Lake Eufaula. If you have an event happening in the Lake Eufaula area, please send us the information so that we can pass it on to tourists visiting our area. Get involved with the Lake Eufaula Association by becoming a member, advertising with us, or participating in the Golden Eagle Poker Run. Stop by the new Tourist Information Center at 851 N. Main Street in Eufaula or call us at 918-689-7751 for more information. 39

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STATE PARKS

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 Oklahoma 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 44

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, Oklahoma’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 2024 LAKE EUFAULA GUIDE

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.

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. 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,

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Distance to Lake Eufaula...

From Dallas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 miles From Ft. Smith. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 miles From Kansas City. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333 miles From OKC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 miles From Tulsa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 miles From Wichita. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 miles Lake 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 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. 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, Oklahoma’s Little Italy. Stop at Pete’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! 46

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