About Fort Gibson Lake
Fort Gibson Lake is located on the Grand (Neosho) River about 5 miles northwest of historic Fort Gibson, Oklahoma, from which it draws its name. It is about 7.7 miles above the confluence of the Grand (Neosho) and Arkansas Rivers. The lake lies in Wagoner, Cherokee, and Mayes Counties and extends upriver to the Markham Ferry Dam (Lake Hudson). Northeast Oklahoma has long been noted for its outstanding fishing. At Fort Gibson Lake, sportsmen will find black bass, white bass, crappie, and several varieties of catfish and panfish. Three heated fishing docks offer winter fun for crappie fishing. When "game fever" is in the air, hunters will find such species as whitetail deer, bobwhite quail, mourning dove, duck, geese, cottontail rabbit and squirrel.
How to Get There
From Fort Gibson, 6 miles north on OK 80.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Fort Gibson Lake
Heading to Fort Gibson Lake? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Fort Gibson Lake?
No central reservation system listed for Fort Gibson Lake. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/556) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Fort Gibson Lake?
From Fort Gibson, 6 miles north on OK 80.
How do I contact Fort Gibson Lake?
You can reach the park at phone: (918) 682-4314.
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