Grand Lake O' The Cherokees
Afton, Oklahoma

Grand Lake O’ The Cherokees was created in 1940 with GRDA’s completion of Pensacola Dam. It is one of the premiere lakes in the Midwest and the crown jewel of a chain of lakes in the northeastern Oklahoma region. Its 46,500 surface acres of water are ideal for boating, skiing, fishing, swimming and sailing. In fact, the lake, which lies in a southwest to northeast direction, is popular with sailboat enthusiasts wishing to take advantage of the prevailing wind. With 1,300 miles of shoreline meandering through the foothills of the Ozark Mountains, everything from bustling lakeside communities to quiet secluded coves and lakeside resorts can be found along its shore. Normal surface elevation is 742 feet above sea level. It is consistently ranked among the top lakes for bass fishing in the region. Grand is a haven for migratory waterfowl and other wildlife.

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Lake Property

Grand Lake is one of the fastest growing real estate markets in the regions and been rated one of the top ten place to retire...probably because of the unmatched charm of the communities. With an expansive lake area, Grand Lake offers everything from sophisticated lake front condominiums to spacious rural settings and everything in between. Grand Lake and Lake Hudson are the only two major lakes in the state where residents can own lakefront property on the water’s edge. 



Lake Property For Sale: 3 BR, 3 BA with 100 ft. waterfront - MORE INFO

SOLD! Lake Property For Sale: 3 BR, 2 1/2 BA on 1-1/4 acres

For Sale: $450,000 - 5 bedroom, 4 bath Ranch style home with 270 ft of shoreline 
on a wooded and gentle slope located on Needle Point.
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Stan Irvin RE/MAX Executives
www.getgrandresults.com/properties.html
26610 S 540 RD, Afton, OK, 918-257-8381
email Stan at stanirvin@remax.net
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Local Area Information

Entertainment abounds in the Grand Lake Area. Visitors can enjoy cruising the lake on an authentic paddlewheel riverboat, experience horseback riding and hay rides, attend a live outdoor amphitheater production, enjoy several live country music shows, visit an internationally known Japanese garden, and participate in high-stakes electronic bingo and off track betting.

You can also visit an historic antique museum featuring over one hundred reconstructed turn-of-the-century cabins and village shops, or visit a national custom car museum housing a collection of classic modified exotic cars dating from the fifties to the present day. While you're here, you can also visit the historical Seneca-Cayuga Mission Church, the only church in Oklahoma - and perhaps the United States - built solely by people.

The shores of Grand Lake boast many championship golf courses, both private and public, some with fabulous vistas of the lake. Visit www.grandlakefun.com for more information.

Sycamore Valley Rec Area
918-678-2758, 16924 S Hwy 9, Wyandotte, OK

Performance Arts
918-786-8950, 121 W 3rd St, Grove, OK



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Fishing Information

Fishing is by far the most popular sporting activity on Grand Lake, and you have the ability to enjoy this favorite pastime all year 'round. It has been said that October to April are the best months for catching the ever popular Crappie. With the many enclosed fishing docks throughout the Grand Lake area, you don't have to worry about braving the cold. Sit back and relax 24 hours a day in these heated docks.

Get fishing gear and bait at :

Little of Shore
918-257-3474, Highway 125 & 85A, Afton, OK 74331

B & B Corner Bait
918-542-7585, 61101 E 110 Rd, Miami, OK


Boating Information

Grand Lake boasts several full service marinas and boat dealers to satisfy your individual desires. From renting a boat to purchasing your own lake toy you'll be sure to find what you're looking for on Grand Lake!

Marinas:

Gray's Marine & Machine
918-676-3725, 60701 E 230 Rd, Fairland, OK 74343-2306

Shangri-La Marina
918-257-4898, Highway 125, Afton, OK 74331

Teramiranda Marina Resort
918-257-8341, State Highway 125 S, Afton, OK 74331

Barker's Edgewater Marina
918-786-2885, 1513 98th St NW, Grove, OK 74344-4609

Boat Storage:

Horse Creek Storage
918-256-9998, 308 Garland, Afton, OK

Boat Repair :

Bob Weeks Alternator Exchange
918-786-4537, 204 S Center St, Grove, OK


Camping Information

Looking for a place to stay while enjoying Grand Lake? You'll find over 700 lodging units, over 800 condominiums and rental properties, 25 RV Parks, plus eight state parks featuring shoreline camping sites. You can choose from picturesque, on the water bed and breakfast inns, full service hotels, cozy cabins, luxurious resorts, condominiums, motels, hotels, and a variety of RV resorts and campgrounds. Many Lodging sources offer courtesy docks for your convenience if you choose to bring your own boat. During the peak summer holidays and festivals, accommodations fill up quickly, so it's always a good idea to make early reservations for Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day and the Annual Pelican Festival.

Twin Bridges State Park
918-540-2545, 14801 S Highway 137, Fairland, OK 74343-1930

Baker's Lake Ranch RV Park
918-782-9700, S of Cleora, Afton, OK

Bernice Point Resort
918-256-2263, 500 E Nine, Afton, OK

Grand Country Mobile & RV Park
918-257-5164, 1 Mile E of Bernice Brg, Afton, OK

Boy Scouts Camp Cherokee
918-786-5552, NE of City, Wyandotte, OK

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