KIAMICHI PARK

Overview Kiamichi Park Campground is a large, grassy campground in a forested expanse of southeast Oklahoma. The camp is perched along the banks of Hugo Lake, providing guests with plenty of recreational opportunities. Recreation There are always fish to be caught at Hugo Lake.

From early sand bass and slab crappie to late season fall bass, anglers will always find opportunities. Hugo Lake also provides excellent catfishing during the summer. The lake area offers plenty of hunting opportunities, with over 25,000 acres of land available.

Bow hunting is permitted in and around most of the park areas. Kiamichi Park features an archery practice range and a 3,000-acre Quality Deer Management Area. Wildlife around the lake includes waterfowl, bobwhite quail, dove, whitetail deer, mink, fox and beaver.

This large park and it's miles of paved roads are ideal for biking, jogging, hiking, and sight-seeing. There are also wooded trails for exploring and horseback riding. Equestrian trail riding is accessible for dayriding from Bobcat Road or Raccoon Road.

Equestrian camping is available on Raccoon Road, which offers thirteen horse stalls. Facilities Kiamichi Park Campground features 85 spacious, modern campsites. There is a group camping loop which offers 11 camping sites and a shelter with tables and grills.

Two large day use group picnic shelters are available for reservation. A playground and swimming beach make this park perfect for large parties, youth trips or family functions. Natural Features Hugo Lake dam is located on the Kiamichi River, 18 river miles upstream from its confluence with the Red River.

The dam, completed in 1974, provides flood control, water supply and fish and wildlife management for nearby communities. It also provides a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts of all types.