SEQUOYAH STATE PARK
Sequoyah State Park is a haven for water lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. With over 19,000 surface acres of water and 225 miles of shoreline on Fort Gibson Lake, the park attracts boaters and beach-goers alike. Visitors enjoy hiking, picnicking, guided horseback trail rides, wildlife watching, nature center activities, golf, fishing and camping.
Located in Oklahoma, the park was established in 1953. It's named after Sequoyah, a Cherokee Native American who created their syllabary. The area covers over 2,200 acres and includes Fort Gibson Lake.
In its early years it primarily served as a recreational site for fishing and boating due to its location on the lake shore. In addition to these activities, golfing became popular with the opening of an 18-hole course in 1965.
The Three Forks Nature Center opened within this space during the late twentieth century offering educational programs about local wildlife species and ecosystems.
Today it offers various amenities including camping sites, horse riding trails along with other outdoor pursuits like hiking or bird watching attracting thousands of visitors annually.
The Sequoyah State Park Golf Course is a nine-hole course with Ultradwarf Bermuda grass greens, tees and fairways, well-placed sand bunkers and lake views. Facilities include a driving range, pro shop with cart, club rental, snacks, drinks and a gift shop. Book a tee time online with the booking link provided.
Camping facilities at Sequoyah State Park include RV and tent camping options. The Creek, Choctaw, and Paradise Cove areas offer tent camping. RV camping includes full hook-ups at the Choctaw and Seminole camgrounds with water and electric service only at Cherokee. All reservations must be made online with a 5pm check in and 2pm check out. Additional facilities include lighted boat ramps and picnic pavilions. The Sequoyah Group Camp has a dining hall with full kitchen and 10 A-frame cabins which can sleep a total of 98 people.
The Lodge at Sequoyah State Park is Oklahoma's largest set of state park lodges, with 104 rooms and 45 cottages. The in-house restaurant and a variety of meeting rooms are popular for group functions and conferences. Wi-Fi is offered in the lodge lobby, media room, meeting spaces and restaurant. Other lodging amenities at The Lodge at Sequoyah State Park include a bunkhouse with a great room and kitchen facilities. Pets are allowed in select cottages for a small fee. No pets are allowed in the lodge.
1. Sequoyah State Park offers a designated swimming area at the Western Hills Guest Ranch.
2. The park's beach is sandy and spacious, perfect for sunbathing or building sandcastles.
3. Lifeguards are not provided; visitors swim at their own risk in marked areas only.
4. Swimming outside of these areas can be dangerous due to boat traffic on Fort Gibson Lake.
5. There are no indoor pools available within the state park boundaries but there's an outdoor pool near lodge rooms.
6. The lake also provides opportunities for other water activities such as boating and fishing besides swimming.
The park offers a variety of boating options for visitors. There is an on-site marina where guests can rent pontoon boats, paddleboats and jet skis. The Western Hills Guest Ranch within the park also provides boat rentals including pontoons and fishing vessels. For those bringing their own watercrafts, there are several ramps available for easy access to Fort Gibson Lake which covers 19,000 surface acres offering ample space for sailing or motorboating activities.
Enjoy fishing in a variety of locations including the marina, docks and shoreline. Species include catfish, crappie and bass. The park also offers trout fishing during winter months. Anglers can rent equipment on-site or bring their own gear for an enjoyable experience.