Lake Raymond Gary

Boat Ramps: 3
Access Points: 3
Species: 21

Lake Raymond Gary is a 263-acre reservoir located in Choctaw County, Oklahoma, approximately one mile east of Fort Towson. Constructed in 1956 by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation on Gates Creek, this scenic lake serves as a popular fishing and recreational destination in southeastern Oklahoma. The lake features a maximum depth of 22 feet with an average depth of 6.4 feet, creating diverse fishing opportunities in a relatively intimate setting. An abundance of vegetation surrounds the shoreline, providing excellent habitat for various fish species, while nine strategically placed fish attractors made up of brush piles enhance the underwater structure for anglers.

Oklahoma licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Lake Raymond Gary and what's needed to catch them.

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Lake Raymond Gary. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Know where you can legally fish on Lake Raymond Gary

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Oklahoma licenses and regulations

Oklahoma Boating Regulations

When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.

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Oklahoma Fishing License

16-year old (and older) residents are required to purchase a valid license. 15-year old (and older) non-resident is required to purchase a valid license.

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Oklahoma Fishing Regulations

This state has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this state is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.

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Oklahoma Stream Access Laws

The public has the right to fish from boats in non-navigable streams, adjacent landowners own the streambed to the middle of the streambed.

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Take Lake Raymond Gary with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

Use the map without signal
Download the map around Lake Raymond Gary to use it offline when coverage drops.
Log your catches here
Keep a private fishing journal for Lake Raymond Gary to find where and when fish are biting for you.
HD depth charts from Garmin
Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.