Just down the road from the park, Heyburn Lake is one of those quiet Green Country spots the locals love and the crowds tend to miss. This U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir tucked into the hills near Kellyville and Sapulpa is a favorite for anglers, paddlers, and anyone who wants a peaceful day on the water — without fighting the traffic of the bigger lakes.
What: Corps of Engineers lake with fishing, boating, swimming & trails
Recreation areas: Sheppard Point, Heyburn Park & Sunset Bay
Known for: Catfish, crappie, and bass — and horse-friendly trails at Sheppard Point
From Heyburn RV: just minutes away
The fishing
Heyburn has a reputation for solid catfishing — channel and flathead cats that keep anglers coming back — along with crappie, largemouth bass, and sunfish. Bank fishing is easy at the recreation areas, and there are boat ramps if you're bringing your own. Early mornings and evenings are prime. Bring your Oklahoma fishing license and a cooler, and you're set.
More than fishing
- Boating & paddling — launch a boat, kayak, or canoe and explore the coves
- Swimming — swim beaches at the recreation areas on warm days
- Hiking — the Sheppard Point trail winds along the shoreline
- Horseback riding — Sheppard Point is known for its equestrian-friendly trails, a favorite for riders
- Picnics & wildlife — shady tables, birds, and quiet water
Make the park your lake basecamp.
The lake's public campgrounds are scenic but bare-bones. Heyburn RV gives you full hookups, free WiFi, grills, and pull-through sites — plus room for your horses if you're riding the trails — all just minutes from the water.
Fish all day, then come home to power, WiFi, and an easy site.
Book your siteMake a weekend of it
Pair a day on the lake with the other local favorites: a rodeo at the Kellyville Round-Up Club, a night at Creek County Speedway, or the Creek County Free Fair in the fall. Stay central at the park and the whole area opens up — water, racing, rodeo, and Route 66, all a few minutes apart.
Lake conditions and campground hours change seasonally — check current conditions before you go.
Need to restock or grab a meal? See our local eats & supplies guide for nearby spots in Kellyville, Bristow, and Sapulpa.
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