Claremore Lake is a reservoir in Rogers County, Oklahoma. Constructed in 1929-1930 by damming Dog Creek for the purpose of providing water to the city of Claremore, Oklahoma and houses recreational amenities such as boat ramps, fishing docks, and picnic areas. In 2011, the lake added a 9-hole disc golf course.
The lake has a capacity of 7,900 acre feet (9,700,000Â m3), covers 470 acres (1.9Â km2)
Claremore Lake Park comprises 1,200 acres (4,900,000Â m2) off of East Blue Starr Drive in Claremore. The park has two separate playgrounds and has picnic tables and grills available for public use. There are also two covered shelters with electrical outlets. Shelters can be rented through the Claremore Parks and Recreation Department. Camping is not allowed, and animals must be restrained at all times. Alcohol is prohibited.
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- "Claremore Lake" from the Oklahoma Department of Tourism
