Lake Texoma
Around Lake Texoma
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Countryside and towns · Oklahoma · 31k people
Lake Texoma
Where the lake meets the prairie, and everyone knows your name.
Lake Texoma bluePrairie greenRed River clay
Welcome to Lake Texoma country, where the water's warm and the people are friendly. Whether you're here for the fishing, the casino, or just to relax, you'll find a slower pace and a big welcome. Come on in, grab a bite, and enjoy the lake life.
Clubs for Lake Texoma
No clubs for Lake Texoma yet.
The room
One room for everyone around Lake Texoma. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
Ask the neighbours
AllA good plumber, the best tacos, a lost cat: nobody has asked yet. Be the first.
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Marketplace
Things for sale, free and wanted, and rooms for rent, from people around Lake Texoma. Sign in to sell something.
Things to do
- Lake Texoma 89,000-acre reservoir on the Red River, famous for striped bass.
- Lake Texoma State Park Campgrounds, hiking trails, and boat ramps on the lake's north shore.
- Red River Historic river forming the Oklahoma–Texas border, popular for fishing and kayaking.
- WinStar World Casino and Resort One of the largest casinos in the world, in Thackerville.
- Waurika Lake Smaller reservoir near Waurika, good for quiet fishing and picnics.
- Denison Dam The dam that created Lake Texoma, with scenic overlooks.
- Outdoors Fish for striped bass on Lake Texoma
- Outdoors Camp and hike at Lake Texoma State Park
- With kids Family fishing trips on Lake Texoma
- With kids Swimming and picnicking at Lake Texoma State Park
- Evenings WinStar World Casino
- Evenings Local bars with live country music
- Locals love Fishing camps and marinas
- Locals love Small-town diners and cafes
Through the year
- Waurika Rattlesnake Hunt April A quirky local tradition where hunters gather rattlesnakes for a community event.
- Marshall County Free Fair September County fair in Madill with livestock shows, carnival rides, and local food.
- Love County Fair October County fair in Marietta featuring exhibits, rodeo, and family activities.
- Jefferson County Fair August County fair in Waurika with agricultural displays and entertainment.
- Ringling Round-Up Rodeo July Annual rodeo in Ringling with bull riding, barrel racing, and community spirit.
Hot, humid summers and mild winters with frequent thunderstorms in spring. Best time to be out is spring and fall. Best: Spring and fall are perfect for being outside—mild temps and low humidity.
Talk like a local
- “Texoma”
- The local shorthand for Lake Texoma and the surrounding area.
- “Striper”
- Striped bass, the prized catch in the lake.
- “Honey hole”
- A favorite fishing spot that always produces.
- “Y'all”
- A common southern plural 'you'.
Getaways
- Ardmore Shopping, dining, and the Ardmore Regional Park.
- Durant Choctaw Casino Resort and the Oklahoma Shakespearean Festival.
- Sherman–Denison Historic downtowns, the Red River Railroad Museum, and Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge.
- Gainesville Frank Buck Zoo and a charming town square.
Local flavour
Rooting for Oklahoma Sooners, Oklahoma State Cowboys, Dallas Cowboys, Dallas Mavericks, Texas Rangers
Eat and drink
- Fried catfish A staple at local fish camps and diners, often served with hushpuppies.
- Chicken fried steak Comfort food common across rural Oklahoma.
- Barbecue Pit‑smoked brisket and ribs, influenced by both Oklahoma and Texas traditions.
- Tex-Mex The proximity to Texas brings a strong Tex-Mex presence, from tacos to enchiladas.
- Striped bass Lake Texoma is famous for striper fishing; locals often grill or fry fresh catch.
Where people go
- Lake Texoma A massive reservoir on the Red River, a hub for boating, fishing, and camping.
- Lake Texoma State Park A popular park with trails, campsites, and lake access.
- Red River The river that forms the border with Texas, with its distinctive red‑clay banks.
- WinStar World Casino and Resort One of the largest casinos in the world, located in Thackerville, Love County.
- Marinas and fishing camps Scattered along the shoreline, these are the heart of the lake community.
- Small‑town courthouses The historic county courthouses in Madill, Marietta, and Waurika anchor their downtown squares.
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Marshall, Love and Jefferson counties, OK. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.