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Lake of the Arbuckles is located in southcentral Oklahoma and is part of the popular Chickasaw National Recreation Area. The lake was created when Arbuckle Dam was constructed over Rock Cree in 1966. The lake's 36-mile long shoreline is dotted with campgrounds that have picnic tables, boat ramps, and drinking water. Some even have nice swimming beaches. There are several hiking trails around the lake that offer pleasant views and an opportunity to watch bison grazing in the pasture. The Lake of Arbuckles is the main attraction of the Chickasaw National Recreation Area and offers boating, sailing, water skiing, swimming, tubing, and even scuba diving. Fishing on the lake is popular year round, especially for catfish, crappie, white bass, largemouth bass, bluegill, and sunfish.

Lake of the Arbuckles
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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