There’s no better time than summer to explore all the staggering beauty that Oklahoma has to offer. If you’r looking for somewhere to start, try this gorgeous lake with water that’s as blue as the clear summer sky. Arcadia Lake in Edmond, Oklahoma is a beautiful spot to spend some time in the great outdoors.
Google/Derek Collier Arcadia Lake in Edmond is fed by the Deep Fork River and is actually a reservoir, which means that the water quality is closely monitored. Luckily, swimming is still permitted and it makes for a great place to take a dip.
Google/Lisa Mccarter That’s a great thing, because the water here is so blue and tempting that you won’t be able to resist wading in. The surf here is very gentle, so its suitable for families with small kids or anyone who doesn’t feel like getting knocked about by the water.
Google/David Hendrickson Of course, there’s more to do here than just swimming. Facilities for picnicking, camping, biking, and hiking are all available. You can also play a round of disc golf or even bring your horse for a jaunt around their equestrian trails. Bringing a blanket and a basket of treats to enjoy while watching the sunset over the water here is a superb way to round off a day enjoying the lake.
Google/Chad Dugan If you just can’t bear to leave the water, visitors are also welcome to water ski, boat, and fish to their heart’s content. In fact, anglers are in luck: this place offers a heated, covered dock that makes year-round fishing a delight. You can expect to catch tasty bluegill, channel catfish, blue catfish, and largemouth bass.
Google/doug Hatch
To visit Arcadia Lake for yourself, head to 9000 East 2nd, Edmond, OK. For more of the most beautiful lakes in the state, check out some of our favorites spots in Oklahoma here.
Google/Derek Collier
Arcadia Lake in Edmond is fed by the Deep Fork River and is actually a reservoir, which means that the water quality is closely monitored. Luckily, swimming is still permitted and it makes for a great place to take a dip.
Google/Lisa Mccarter
That’s a great thing, because the water here is so blue and tempting that you won’t be able to resist wading in. The surf here is very gentle, so its suitable for families with small kids or anyone who doesn’t feel like getting knocked about by the water.
Google/David Hendrickson
Of course, there’s more to do here than just swimming. Facilities for picnicking, camping, biking, and hiking are all available. You can also play a round of disc golf or even bring your horse for a jaunt around their equestrian trails. Bringing a blanket and a basket of treats to enjoy while watching the sunset over the water here is a superb way to round off a day enjoying the lake.
Google/Chad Dugan
If you just can’t bear to leave the water, visitors are also welcome to water ski, boat, and fish to their heart’s content. In fact, anglers are in luck: this place offers a heated, covered dock that makes year-round fishing a delight. You can expect to catch tasty bluegill, channel catfish, blue catfish, and largemouth bass.
Google/doug Hatch
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