Lake Raymond Gary
Lake Raymond Gary
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Lake Raymond Gary is a 263-acre non-motorized lake in southeastern Oklahoma, located 1 mile east of Fort Towson. Created in 1956 by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, the lake features 10.1 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 22 feet.
The lake is exclusively for non-motorized boats, making it particularly well-suited for kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding. Two unlighted boat ramps provide access to the water. Paddleboats and canoes are available for rent at the park office. All boats must carry life jackets as required by law.
Raymond Gary State Park, situated on the southeast shore, serves as the primary access point and contains most public facilities. Amenities include restrooms, picnic areas with tables, and a swim beach. The shoreline is characterized by abundant vegetation, and the lake contains nine fish attractors made of brush piles that were refurbished in 2019.
The lake's non-motorized restriction creates consistently calm waters, ideal for paddling. Several short earth berm fishing jetties extend into the lake, and an ADA-compliant T-dock provides accessible access. The surrounding terrain is mountainous, offering opportunities to observe whitetail deer, rabbits, and various bird species.
For paddlers planning overnight stays, the park offers approximately 100 tent sites and six lakefront cabins. The cabins include basic amenities such as mini-refrigerators, heat/air conditioning, and bathrooms, though visitors must bring their own linens.
The lake and park were named for Raymond Gary, who served as Oklahoma's governor from 1955 to 1959. Lake elevation is approximately 400 feet, and the lake is fed by Gates Creek, draining an area of 65 square miles.
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