Initially operated by the state, financial losses led to the transfer of Arrowhead Lodge to the federal government in 1983 along with Fountainhead Lodge. The course is open every day except Christmas, 7 A.M. to 7 P. M.[4], The park is 18 miles (29km) north of McAlester, Oklahoma on U.S. Highway 69, then 4 miles (6.4km) east on State Park Road. The 22 parks are:[5], At its opening, the park was home to a resort hotel, Arrowhead Lodge. Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department. 
In fact, an oil pump sits within earshot of the campsites, but most aren't bothered by the subtle, rhythmic noise. Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site, Hipcamp is created with and hope for our future. [7][8], Sunset at Arrowhead State Park, April 2014, Oklahoma Department of Tourism and Recreation, Association for Better Living and Education, "Arrowhead Area at Lake Eufaula State Park". "Arrowhead State Park Golf Course." The lodge was next sold to the Choctaw Nation in 1985, who operated a gaming hotel in the premises. In 2000, Arrowhead Lodge was sold to the Association for Better Living and Education (ABLE) for use by Narconon as the new site for the Narconon inpatient drug treatment center then located near Newkirk, Oklahoma. Families with kids particularly like the cute residents of Prairie Dog Town, close to the parks main campground, wherecampers can find everything from primitive walk-in sites to RV sites with water hookups and full hookups. It is located near the city of Canadian, Oklahoma. The lodge was one of two lodges built in 1965 by the state on Eufaula Lake, the other being Fountainhead Lodge in present-day Lake Eufaula State Park. Campsites can be booked online or by phone up to five months in advance, so plan ahead for the best chances of getting the site you want. Kids under 13 must wear life jackets if fishing from boats. Group camps with a kitchen and bunkhouses are available and can sleep up to 144 people. The lake often freezes over between November and March, but the park and campground stay open, making for a more peaceful visit. The park also offers great bird watching, picnicking, an 18-hole disc golf course, and several miles of mostly flat hiking trails suitable for biking and horseback riding. 
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Related facilities are a putting green, pro shop and a driving range. The pro shop has carts and clubs available for rent, and also offers snacks and drinks. The park also offers picnic shelters, a marina, playgrounds, trails, miniature golf course, swimming area, mountain biking, equestrian campground, stables, and 25 miles (40km) of equestrian trails. Fees are waived for honorably discharged veterans and Oklahoma residents age 62 & older and their spouses. The fees, charged per vehicle, start at $10 per day for a single-day or $8 for residents with an Oklahoma license plate or Oklahoma tribal plate. Look for prairie dog pups in fall. Learn more, By continuing below, you agree to Hipcamps. [3], To help fund a backlog of deferred maintenance and park improvements, the state implemented an entrance fee for this park and 21 others effective June 15, 2020. The former Arrowhead State Park, now known as the Arrowhead Area at Lake Eufaula State Park[2] is a 2,200-acre (8.9km2) Oklahoma state park area located in northern Pittsburg County, Oklahoma on a peninsula of Eufaula Lake. Butif youre looking to completely escape Read more Spring and summer are the most popular times to visitspring is the best time to see wildflowers and to fish for white crappie (during its spawning period), while the lake feels particularly refreshing during the heat of summer. Anglers flock here for the great fishing, with catches including cappie, catfish, bass, and perch.
The sale aroused controversy among local residents due to concerns about security and about the affiliation of ABLE and Narconon with the Church of Scientology. Passes good for three days or a week are also available; annual passes good at all 22 state parks charging fees are offered at a cost of $75 for out-of-state visitors or $60 for Oklahoma residents. Lake Arrowhead Campgroundoffers 76 sites with good amenities, including shaded picnic tables and fire rings. All Hosts should review and adhere to these standards around providing a positive Hipcamp experience, being a thoughtful neighbor, and serving as a responsible citizen. 2022 Hipcamp, Inc. All rights reserved. It has well-maintained bent grass greens, Bermuda grass tees and fairways, sand bunkers and few water hazards. Fishing licenses are not required when fishing within the boundaries of the park, though license requirements must be met if fishing from a boat. Originally part of the Arrowhead Lodge resort, the course was retained by the state when it sold the now-defunct lodge to the Federal government in 1983. Opt for a primitive campsite if possible, as they're easier to secure than others. "Plan unveiled to implement fees at some state parks starting next week", "Oklahoma State Lodges: The Bizarre Story of Arrowhead", "Arrowhead Lodge bought by Narconon Some residents oppose drug treatment center", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Arrowhead_State_Park&oldid=1092418923, Protected areas of Pittsburg County, Oklahoma, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, Arrowhead Area at Lake Eufaula State Park, Honey Creek Area at Grand Lake State Park, Twin Bridges Area at Grand Lake State Park, This page was last edited on 10 June 2022, at 04:50. All Hipcampers should review and adhere to these standards for safety, trip preparation, and respect in order to uphold Hipcamps most important value: leave it better., Recreate responsibly during COVID-19. Visitors should not feed or harass the prairie dogs. Campgrounds operated by federal and state agencies are not yet bookable on Hipcamp. The park provides limited binocular and bird book loaners, but its best to bring your own. By clicking Join Hipcamp, you agree to Hipcamps. Located near Wichita Falls, Texas, this compact park is located on the northern shore of the massive 16,000-acre Lake Arrowhead, ideal for swimming, boating, and water skiing. We have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp and are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper community be inclusive. [3], Arrowhead State Park Golf Course is an 18-hole, par 72 course adjacent to Eufaula Lake. It's set pretty far removed from town without being too deep into the wilderness.
The privately operated Narconon facility, now known as Narconon Arrowhead,[6] is surrounded by the state park. Visit during the week or in the winter offseason if lake access isnt a consideration. Arrowhead State Park features 100 tent sites and 91 total RV sites. Area 51 Marina, which also offers a restaurant, is also located at the park in the Echo Ridge area. Eufaula is one of the largest man-made lakes in the southwest.
