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Clayton Lake
Location of Clayton Lake in Oklahoma, USA.
Location of Clayton Lake in Oklahoma, USA.
Clayton Lake
Location in Oklahoma
Location of Clayton Lake in Oklahoma, USA.
Location of Clayton Lake in Oklahoma, USA.
Clayton Lake
Location in the United States
Location Pushmataha County, Oklahoma
Coordinates 34°32′35″N 95°18′34″W / 34.54306°N 95.30944°W / 34.54306; -95.30944
Type Reservoir
Native name Clayton Lake Error {{native name checker}}: parameter value is malformed (help)
Primary inflows Peal Creek
Basin countries United States
First flooded 1935
Surface area 66 acres (0.27 km2)
Water volume 953 acre-feet (1,176,000 m3)
Shore length1 2 miles (3.2 km)
Surface elevation 665 feet (203 m)
Settlements Clayton, Oklahoma
1 Shore length is not a well-defined measure.

Clayton Lake is a small, fun lake in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma. It's a great place for outdoor activities. The lake is about 5 miles (8 km) south of the town of Clayton, Oklahoma. It is a popular spot for fishing and camping.

Discover Clayton Lake

Clayton Lake was created in 1935. It was formed by building a dam across Peal Creek. This dam holds back the water, making the lake. Today, the lake is part of Clayton Lake State Park. The State of Oklahoma manages this park. It is a popular place for people to visit and enjoy nature.

Fun Things to Do

Clayton Lake State Park offers many activities for visitors. You can rent cabins for a cozy stay. There are also spots for tents and RVs if you prefer camping. The park has picnic tables and shelters for outdoor meals. You will find comfort stations with showers too.

For water fun, there are boat ramps. There is also a special fishing dock that is easy to use for everyone. Kids can enjoy the playground. If you like walking, there are hiking trails to explore. You can also swim at the designated swim beach.

Nature Around the Lake

The lake is in a beautiful area. It is nestled among the Kiamichi Mountains. These mountains are covered with pine tree forests. This makes the park a very scenic and peaceful place. It is perfect for enjoying the outdoors.

Lake Facts

Clayton Lake covers about 66 acres (0.27 square kilometers) of water. It has about 2 miles (3.2 km) of shoreline. The normal water level is 665 feet (203 meters) above sea level. The lake can hold about 953 acre-feet (1.176 million cubic meters) of water.

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