Fort Gibson Lake

About Fort Gibson Lake

Fort Gibson is a historic site on the shores of Lake Gibson in Oklahoma, USA, and was important for many military expeditions. It was a place of negotiation, interaction and confrontation with the Indians and served the troops during the Civil War and reconstruction.

Lake Fort Gibson is nestled in the hills of the wooded Green Country of Oklahoma and is a vast lake covering an area of 2.2 million square kilometers. Lake Fort Gibbins is huge and was created during the Civil War as part of the construction of a new military base by the Corps of Engineers. The lake was named after the fortress that christened the new water "Fort Gibson Lake."

In 1942, the US Army Corps of Engineers designed and built the lake as a multipurpose water project. The project was interrupted during World War II and completed in 1943 with the construction of a new military base at Fort Gibbins, Oklahoma.

Fort Gibson Dam is a great place to see wintering birds such as seagulls, waders, eagles and others nesting in the lake, waiting for the water to drain and bring a rush of fish. There are wooded hills that bloom in spring and go up in flames in autumn, and an eagle clock is kept on two weekends in January.

A variety of activities at Lake Fort Gibson are supported by the Oklahoma Department of Fish and Wildlife, Oklahoma State Parks and the City of Oklahoma City. The boat ramp is illuminated with City of Oklahoma lights, as well as the state park system and local businesses.

Water sports at Lake Fort Gibson know no bounds, and visitors to the lake can spend a day swimming, fishing, boating, kayaking, canoeing, rafting and other recreational activities.

Another attractive feature of the lake is its heated jetty for winter fishing, and if you spot a fish, you can be your destination in just a few minutes.

With 21,798 hectares, it is the largest lake of its kind in the United States and with a total area of 2,848 hectares, the second largest in Oklahoma.

There, bird watchers can observe a variety of birds, butterflies, reptiles, amphibians, birds of prey and other wildlife. The butterflies that can be seen include the white - checkered white, the tufted terns, the black - legged sparrows, the blue-eyed flycatcher and the spotted wren. Other places around the lake offer more bird, flower and butterfly sightings. The wildlife includes birds such as mourning pigeons, falcons, owls, eagles, peregrine falcons, geese, kangaroos, jaguars, ducks, foxes, turkeys and much more.

The nearby Muskogee area is a vibrant area for culture, art and entertainment, and complements a vacation at Lake Fort Gibson to the fullest. Green Leaf State Park offers more birdwatching and great walks, and the placetakes in April when thousands of flowers bloom.

The Ataloa Lodge Museum displays artifacts from local Indian tribes, and the Three Rivers Museum tells the story of the American West Border. Music celebrates the history and culture of Lake Fort Gibson, as well as its history as a tourist destination. Indian festivals such as the Indian Festival and the Indian Days attract loyal crowds.

Restaurants range from pizzas to pizza and you can even take a break to spend a day in an aromatic tea room.

Finding a home in this vibrant region could be one of the most satisfying decisions you have ever made. If you are only visiting, you can rent an apartment by the lake that offers you the rest you are looking for. This property is ideal for comfort and architectural prominence on nearby Fort Gibson Lake. Relax in your own home and enjoy the surrounding beauty that is Lake Fort Gibson.