Travel Guide to Fort Gibson Lake and Surrounding Area
Sights
Taylor Ferry
Taylor Ferry Sandy Swim Beach and Campground has boat ramps and day-use picnic areas.
A Benedictine community belonging to the Solesmes Congregation. It was founded in 1999 from the Abbey of Our Lady of Fontgombault in France and is located in the diocese of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Having been erected as a simple priory in 2000, Clear Creek became an abbey in 2010. The community currently counts 55 monks.
Our Lady of Clear Creek Abbey
5804 W Monastery RdA Benedictine community belonging to the Solesmes Congregation. It was founded in 1999 from the Abbey of Our Lady of Fontgombault in France and is located in the diocese of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Having been erected as a simple priory in 2000, Clear Creek became an abbey in 2010. The community currently counts 55 monks.
Fort Gibson served a pivotal role in the political, social, and economic upheaval that marked the westward expansion of the United States.
Built at the critical crossroads of the Three Forks where the Arkansas, Verdigris, and Grand Rivers converge south of the Ozark Plateau, Fort Gibson was key to river navigation. It also served as an outpost on the Texas Road connecting settled Missouri with the new country of Mexico after independence from Spain in 1820.
Fort Gibson was established in 1824 to keep the peace between the Osages and Cherokees. It figured prominently in the Indian removals and was home to many of our nation’s leaders during the 1840s and 1850s. Fort Gibson served as a starting point for several military expeditions that explored the West. It was occupied through most of the Indian removal period, but then abandoned in 1857. The post was reactivated during the Civil War. It was renamed Fort Blunt and served as the Union headquarters in Indian Territory. The army stayed through the Reconstruction and Indian Wars periods, combating the problem of outlaws and squatters.
Fort Gibson Historic Site
907 N Garrison AveFort Gibson served a pivotal role in the political, social, and economic upheaval that marked the westward expansion of the United States.
Built at the critical crossroads of the Three Forks where the Arkansas, Verdigris, and Grand Rivers converge south of the Ozark Plateau, Fort Gibson was key to river navigation. It also served as an outpost on the Texas Road connecting settled Missouri with the new country of Mexico after independence from Spain in 1820.
Fort Gibson was established in 1824 to keep the peace between the Osages and Cherokees. It figured prominently in the Indian removals and was home to many of our nation’s leaders during the 1840s and 1850s. Fort Gibson served as a starting point for several military expeditions that explored the West. It was occupied through most of the Indian removal period, but then abandoned in 1857. The post was reactivated during the Civil War. It was renamed Fort Blunt and served as the Union headquarters in Indian Territory. The army stayed through the Reconstruction and Indian Wars periods, combating the problem of outlaws and squatters.
The USS Batfish Submarine & Military Museum is one of Muskogee's most unique attractions. An actual World War II submarine, the Batfish sank three enemy submarines and 12 other enemy vessels during her tenure in battle. As a result of this record, the Batfish and her crew were highly decorated with nine Battle Stars, one Navy Cross, four Silver Stars, and ten Bronze Stars. Visitors can tour the inside of the submarine, including the torpedo room and crew cabins. In the park you will find an army tank, cannons, and missiles, and military memorabilia for view. There is also a Walk of Honor that is a tribute to all veterans. The Batfish hosts special ceremonies during Veterans' Day, and May 5th of each year that brings the U.S.S. Batfish survivors together for a reunion.
USS Batfish
3500 Batfish RdThe USS Batfish Submarine & Military Museum is one of Muskogee's most unique attractions. An actual World War II submarine, the Batfish sank three enemy submarines and 12 other enemy vessels during her tenure in battle. As a result of this record, the Batfish and her crew were highly decorated with nine Battle Stars, one Navy Cross, four Silver Stars, and ten Bronze Stars. Visitors can tour the inside of the submarine, including the torpedo room and crew cabins. In the park you will find an army tank, cannons, and missiles, and military memorabilia for view. There is also a Walk of Honor that is a tribute to all veterans. The Batfish hosts special ceremonies during Veterans' Day, and May 5th of each year that brings the U.S.S. Batfish survivors together for a reunion.
Nature
Sequoyah Bay Park is a paradise for water sports and camping along the 225-mile shoreline of Fort Gibson Lake near Wagoner. Enjoy a variety of water sports on the lake's 19,100 surface acres as you create memories for a lifetime with a stay at Sequoyah Bay State Park. Camping opportunities abound with RV sites with water and 30-amp or 50-amp electric hookups and two dump stations. Tent sites are located throughout the park. All RV and tent campsites must be reserved online.
The full-service Cypress Cove Marina offers gas, food, ice, bait, tackle, boat rentals, slips, fishing dock and cabin rentals.
The shelters must be reserved and paid for through the Sequoyah State Park office.
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Sequoyah State Park
17131 Park 10Sequoyah Bay Park is a paradise for water sports and camping along the 225-mile shoreline of Fort Gibson Lake near Wagoner. Enjoy a variety of water sports on the lake's 19,100 surface acres as you create memories for a lifetime with a stay at Sequoyah Bay State Park. Camping opportunities abound with RV sites with water and 30-amp or 50-amp electric hookups and two dump stations. Tent sites are located throughout the park. All RV and tent campsites must be reserved online.
The full-service Cypress Cove Marina offers gas, food, ice, bait, tackle, boat rentals, slips, fishing dock and cabin rentals.
The shelters must be reserved and paid for through the Sequoyah State Park office.
Beautiful place in the foothills of the Ozarks
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J. T. Nickel Family Nature and Wildlife Preserve
36 034052Beautiful place in the foothills of the Ozarks
In Wagoner and Cherokee Counties, a captivating northeastern Oklahoma landscape awaits in the 21,798-acre Fort Gibson Wildlife Management Area (WMA). Located north and east of Wagoner, Fort Gibson WMA is a mixture of upland tallgrass prairie and bottomland habitats mixed with farm fields, brushy thickets, and a Crosstimbers oak-filled forest with cottonwood and sycamores around Fort Gibson lake.
It's likely you'll observe wildlife including white-tailed deer, bobwhite quail and cottontail rabbits throughout the wildlife area. Coyotes, bobcats and raccoons also enjoy the habitat, along with doves, prairie chickens and fox squirrels in the Fort Gibson Public Hunting Area. Grab your gear and get ready for a big catch from one of the numerous ponds in the area. Fish species at this Fort Gibson Lake include white bass, catfish, crappie and black bass and largemouth bass. Paddlefish are often snagged by anglers below the dam and along the river channel.
A 3,500-acre waterfowl refuge in the Jackson Bay area features nine wetland units and numerous fields planted to wheat, sunflower, milo and millet. Bald Eagles can often be seen during the winter on Fort Gibson Lake. There are usually good duck and goose hunting opportunities on and around the lake.
Fort Gibson Wildlife Management Area
Bar None Ranch RoadIn Wagoner and Cherokee Counties, a captivating northeastern Oklahoma landscape awaits in the 21,798-acre Fort Gibson Wildlife Management Area (WMA). Located north and east of Wagoner, Fort Gibson WMA is a mixture of upland tallgrass prairie and bottomland habitats mixed with farm fields, brushy thickets, and a Crosstimbers oak-filled forest with cottonwood and sycamores around Fort Gibson lake.
It's likely you'll observe wildlife including white-tailed deer, bobwhite quail and cottontail rabbits throughout the wildlife area. Coyotes, bobcats and raccoons also enjoy the habitat, along with doves, prairie chickens and fox squirrels in the Fort Gibson Public Hunting Area. Grab your gear and get ready for a big catch from one of the numerous ponds in the area. Fish species at this Fort Gibson Lake include white bass, catfish, crappie and black bass and largemouth bass. Paddlefish are often snagged by anglers below the dam and along the river channel.
A 3,500-acre waterfowl refuge in the Jackson Bay area features nine wetland units and numerous fields planted to wheat, sunflower, milo and millet. Bald Eagles can often be seen during the winter on Fort Gibson Lake. There are usually good duck and goose hunting opportunities on and around the lake.
Adventures
Sequoyah Golf Course
17131 Park 10Great course close to the house!
Pelican Point Marina and Hotel Resort
34179 Marina DriveGreat place to rent a boat for the day.
Boat Ramp
Rocky Point Public Use Area
The neighborhood boat ramp!
Groceries
Walmart Supercenter
410 S Dewey AveThe best place for groceries and supplies
The neighborhood stop if you need some snacks, beer, or ice for your cooler! You can also order a pizza fresh to order.
Ginny's Log Cabin Grocery
31101 East 690 RoadThe neighborhood stop if you need some snacks, beer, or ice for your cooler! You can also order a pizza fresh to order.
Established in 2000, this nostalgia inducing shop, deli & cafe has become a must-see staple in the community.
Amish Cheese House
101 S Chouteau AveEstablished in 2000, this nostalgia inducing shop, deli & cafe has become a must-see staple in the community.
Food scene
Perfect spot for an ice cream and burger after a day of fishing.
Braum's Ice Cream & Burger Restaurant
804 N Elm PlPerfect spot for an ice cream and burger after a day of fishing.
Lopez Grill Mexican Restaurant
621 W Cherokee StBest Mexican food in town!
Son's Charburgers
1100 W Cherokee StA classic burger spot
Dutch Pantry
10 W Main StAmish food and home cooking!