🏆 Official Guide: Greenleaf State Park — A scenic 565-acre park near Braggs in eastern Oklahoma, featuring 16 historic WPA-built stone cabins (1930s), Greenleaf Lake (no-wake — perfect for peaceful fishing and paddling), a heated fishing dock, kids’ fishing pond, swimming beach, 18 miles of trails, splash pad, miniature golf, and extensive camping (tent, RV with 50-amp electric).
Greenleaf State Park is an eastern Oklahoma gem — set in the wooded hills near the Illinois River corridor. The park’s greatest treasure is its collection of 16 native-stone cabins built by the Civilian Conservation Corps and WPA in the 1930s, offering rustic charm with modern comforts. Greenleaf Lake’s no-wake policy makes it one of the most peaceful fishing and paddling lakes in the Oklahoma state park system.
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Near Braggs (Muskogee area), eastern OK |
| Size | 565 acres — Greenleaf Lake |
| Cabins | 16 WPA stone cabins — full kitchen, linens, A/C |
| Lake | No-wake — fishing boats OK, no jet skis |
| Marina | Seasonal — closed Tuesdays |
| Pets | Most cabins pet-friendly (deposit required) |
Activities
| Activity | Details |
|---|---|
| Fishing | Bass, catfish, sunfish — heated dock + kids’ pond (free under 16) |
| Camping | Tent + RV (50-amp electric) — online reservations |
| Cabins | 16 historic stone cabins — ADA option (“Cabin on the Lake”) |
| Swimming | Designated beach area |
| Hiking | 18 miles of trails through forest + shoreline |
| Mountain Biking | Shared trail network |
| Kayak/Canoe | Rentals available seasonally |
| Splash Pad | Kids’ water play area |
| Miniature Golf | On-site course |
| Sports Courts | Volleyball + basketball |
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s included in the cabins?
Greenleaf’s 16 WPA stone cabins include full-size kitchen appliances, climate control (A/C and heat), linens, and basic furnishings. However, dishes, cooking utensils, and pots/pans are NOT provided — bring your own. Most cabins are pet-friendly with a refundable deposit.
Can you use jet skis on the lake?
No — Greenleaf Lake is a no-wake lake. Fishing boats with motors are allowed, but high-speed watercraft like jet skis are prohibited. This makes the lake ideal for peaceful fishing, kayaking, and canoeing.
More parks nearby: Snowdale State Park is a short drive away, while Sequoyah State Park lies within about an hour’s drive.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Greenleaf State Park
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Pets are allowed in Oklahoma state parks as long as they are kept on a leash, supervised at all times and cleaned up after.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- Leash no longer than 10 feet required; pets must be under direct physical control unless in a designated fenced pet area
- Cabins & lodging statewide rule
- Pets permitted in designated pet-friendly cabins for $40 per night per pet; pets are prohibited in lodge rooms ($300 fee assessed if a pet is found in a lodge room)
- Pet fees statewide rule
- $40 per night per pet for pet-friendly cabins; no fee for day use or campsites
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- Proof of rabies vaccination required and must be readily available; pets running at large may be impounded
Are dogs allowed at Greenleaf State Park?
Pets are allowed in Oklahoma state parks as long as they are kept on a leash, supervised at all times and cleaned up after. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via travelok.com. More: Oklahoma state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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