Parks & Recreation

Located 1 1/2 mile east of Pauls Valley on State Highway 19 then 1/2 mile north and 1/2 mile west, the Pauls Valley City Lake offers a wide range of recreational opportunities including fishing, camping, swimming, jet skiing, hunting, and a pavilion for reunions or get togethers. Constructed in 1954 primarily as a water supply lake, the City Lake offers 750 acres of prime fishing water. Stocked with various species of catfish, crappie, black bass, and saugeye makes this lake worth trying. Camping facilities range from full hook ups to primitive camping. For the jet skiers, one can also enjoy the beach area and boat ramp that is located in the jet ski area.

Located eleven miles east of Pauls Valley on State Highway 19 then 3 miles south, this lake was constructed in 1989. Named after the late R.C. Longmire who among others, saw the need for another water supply lake. With over 900 acres of surface water, one just needs to drive out to the lake to observe the scenic beauty of this lake. Although constructed primarily as a water supply lake, it was envisioned that the recreational opportunities of this lake were endless. How right they were! Longmire Lake offers recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, camping, hiking, bird watching, hunting, and swimming. Longmire Lake also has a pavilion for social functions and has modern bathroom facilities.

With the help of the Oklahoma Wildlife Department, Longmire Lake has been designated as a trophy bass lake. Since 1990 Florida bass have been stocked in this lake and is monitored by the ODWC on a semi-annual basis to help insure the lake’s status as a trophy bass lake. Since the construction of Longmire Lake, it has become a favorite wintering habitat for bald eagles having as many as a dozen eagles at one time.

1. The lake property is a refuge for all plants and animals. The taking, cutting, or killing of any plant or animal on the property is prohibited. Exceptions to this rule are those fish, waterfowl, and upland game discussed under Fishing and Hunting Rules.

2. No firearms shall be allowed on lake property. Exceptions to this rule are any firearms used in the Valley Gun Club area, guns used for legal hunting, and blank pistols used for dog training.

3. Throwing of trash in the lake or littering on lake property is prohibited. Glass containers are prohibited on lake property.

4. All pets in the camping and picnicking areas must he on a leash.

5. Open fires are allowed only in designated campsite areas and approved picnic areas within the campgrounds.

6. Permits are required for boating, fishing, trotlines, jug lines, hunting, and camping.

7. Public intoxication will not be tolerated. City Police will be notified.

8. Swimming is allowed in both lakes in designated, buoyed area. No lifeguard. Swim at your own risk. Small children must be supervised by an adult.

9. Speed limit on roads running through the Lake Property is as posted on roads running through the camping area.

10. No motor vehicles will be allowed off of established roads and designated parking areas.

11. Conduct which disturbs the rights of others to a peaceful outdoor experience is prohibited.

Customers will be charged 100% of the fee at the time of reservation. There are no deposits or partial payments. In order to secure a reservation, complete payment is required.

Sites are subject to a $250.00 Environmental Cleanup Fee if site is damages are assessed after departure. These are subject to the discretion of management. Fees will be automatically charged to the card used at the time of booking. Items stolen or removed from the sites will incur a fee on the card on file.

Site reservations must be made by an Adult (18+) and customers must provide proper photo ID (Drivers License, Passport, Student ID) to validate their reservation if requested. Customers who do not submit to showing proper identification for validation will be asked to leave the campgrounds without a refund.

Check-In Time 4:00PM–8:00PM. Depending upon circumstances at the campsite, some sites might be available earlier, but not guaranteed until 4:00PM. Arrivals after 8:00PM will not be allowed due to our campgrounds quiet times policy.

Cabin Check-Out Time 11:00AM. Sites must be cleared of camping supplies, trash (this includes NO TRASH left in fire rings), and vehicles by no later than 11:00AM.

Over 31-Days Cancellation Notice - Full Refund minus a $5 booking fee per site, per night.

30-Days or less Cancellation Notice - Half Refund minus a $5 booking fee per site, per night.

10-Days or less Cancellation Notice - No Refunds

Cancellations can be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. The right to refund will be up to the discretion of management. A $5 booking fee per site will always be charged in any cancellation, excluding the 10-Day cancellation in which there is no refund for any of the reservation. Complaints, emergencies, problems, or suggestions must be brought to the attention of management to be eligible for any refund. After Check-In has occurred, no refunds will be issued.