Arcadia Lake

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Arcadia Lake: Description

In central Oklahoma, forest meets grassland to create a unique area of the country called the Cross Timbers. In this interesting environment lies Arcadia Lake. If you're looking for a great place to camp, swim, fish, hike, and enjoy water and the wonderful world of nature, look no further. This lake, with 1,725 acres and a variety of nearby recreational facilities, is perfect for all types of activities.

Arcadia Lake was created only a few decades ago, when the City of Edmond and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built a dam along Deep Fork River. The lake was opened in 1987, and is used to supply water to the city of Edmond.

There are many ways to have fun on the rippling waters of Arcadia Lake, whether you choose motor boating, sailing, or windsurfing. Some of the parks along the lake have designated areas where you can have fun jet skiing or water skiing.

Anglers of all ages enjoy the bounty of Arcadia Lake. You can reel in a variety of fish including largemouth bass, catfish, crappies, bluegill, and striped bass. And there's no need to let cold temperatures stop you from fishing at this lake. Spring Creek Park has an enclosed, heated fishing dock that can be used year round!

Birdwatchers and wildlife viewers alike will appreciate the world of nature that surrounds Arcadia Lake. Bird species include ducks, grebes, pelicans, warblers, woodpeckers, and many more. White-tailed deer, foxes, beavers, and raccoons make Arcadia Lake their home. If you visit Lake Arcadia in January you can participate in the Annual Eagle Watch, and have the chance to spot one of America's most majestic birds.

If you're the type of person who likes to get your heart pumping by walking or biking, the Arcadia Lake area has many miles' worth of trails to explore. And if you own a horse, there's a six-mile equestrian trail just for horseback riders.

With several parks and campgrounds, the area surrounding Arcadia Lake is well set up for those who want to enjoy it. If you love camping in the great outdoors, there are a variety of campsites to choose from, whether you bring a tent or stay in your RV.

Arcadia Lake's Spring Creek Park, Edmond Park, and Central State Park offer amenities such as boat launch ramps, sandy swimming beaches, and family fun activities. Young anglers can throw their fishing lines in at Edmond Park's fishing pond, and the whole family can enjoy a rousing game of disc golf at Spring Creek Park's 36-hole disc golf course.

Whether you choose to go fishing, camping, hiking, swimming, boating, or exploring, you just can't get bored at Arcadia Lake!