Arrowhead State Park
🏹 Oklahoma’s Largest Lake on a Peninsula Made for Recreation — Golf, Horses, Bass, and Sunsets Over 102,000 Acres of Water — Arrowhead State Park (Arrowhead Area at Lake Eufaula) in Pittsburg County, Oklahoma, peninsula on Lake Eufaula — Oklahoma’s largest lake by surface area (102,000 acres), 18-hole golf course, 25 miles of equestrian trails, marina with fishing docks, camping with full hookups, swimming beach, largemouth bass and crappie fishing — Pittsburg County, OK
Lake Eufaula is Oklahoma’s largest lake — 102,000 acres of water stretching across the eastern part of the state. And Arrowhead State Park sits on a peninsula that juts into the heart of it, surrounded by water on three sides.
This is Oklahoma lake country at its best: an 18-hole golf course with lake views, 25 miles of horse trails, a full-service marina, and some of the best bass fishing in the state. Whether you’re casting for largemouth at dawn, riding the equestrian trails at midday, or watching the sunset from the golf course at dusk — Arrowhead has room for all of it.
What to Do
| Activity | Details |
|---|---|
| Fishing | Lake Eufaula is legendary for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, crappie, white bass, catfish, and sunfish. The park marina (Area 51 Marina) offers bait, tackle, fuel, boat ramps, and enclosed fishing docks |
| Golf | 18-hole, par-72 Arrowhead Golf Course with pro shop, driving range, and putting green. Scenic lake views from the course |
| Equestrian Trails | 25 miles of horseback riding trails through wooded terrain and along the lakeshore. Dedicated equestrian campground with stables |
| Hiking | Outlaw Nature Trail and Arrowhead Hiking Trail through cross-timbers forest. Mountain biking also available |
| Swimming & Boating | Beach swimming area. Full marina with boat ramps. Water skiing, wakeboarding, and kayaking on the lake |
| Camping | Tent and RV sites, many with full hookups (water, electric, sewer). Group camps with kitchens and bunkhouses available |
Lake Eufaula by the Numbers
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Surface Area | 102,000 acres — Oklahoma’s largest lake by surface area |
| Shoreline | 600+ miles of shoreline — more than some ocean coastlines |
| Dam | Eufaula Dam on the Canadian River — completed 1964 by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
| Depth | Maximum 87 feet. Average 23 feet — productive shallow water for fish |
| Fish Species | Largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, crappie, white bass, channel catfish, blue catfish, flathead catfish, sunfish |
Best Time to Visit
| Season | Best For |
|---|---|
| Spring (Mar–May) | 🌸 Bass spawning season — best fishing of the year. Dogwoods blooming. Golf course in prime condition. Comfortable temperatures |
| Fall (Sep–Nov) | 🍂 Fall foliage along the lakeshore. Crappie fishing picks up. Cool weather for trails and golf |
| Summer (Jun–Aug) | Peak water sports season. Swimming beach open. Hot — lake activities best. Early morning golf and fishing |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | Mild Oklahoma winter. Golf year-round. Winter crappie and catfish. Fewer visitors |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the golf course open to the public?
Yes — the Arrowhead Golf Course is a public 18-hole course. Green fees are very affordable compared to private courses. The pro shop has equipment rental. Tee times can be reserved in advance.
Can I bring my own horse?
Yes — the park has a dedicated equestrian campground with stables. 25 miles of trails are open to horseback riding. Bring your own horse and tack. The equestrian area has water and basic facilities.
How big is Lake Eufaula?
102,000 surface acres with 600+ miles of shoreline. It’s Oklahoma’s largest lake — larger than many east coast bays. The lake is shallow enough to warm quickly (great for swimming and fish productivity) but deep enough for serious boating.
🏹 Oklahoma’s Largest Lake — 102,000 Acres from a Peninsula
Golf with lake views. 25 miles of horse trails. Bass that hit at dawn. And 600 miles of shoreline on a lake bigger than some states’ entire coastlines.
