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Heyburn Lake

Kellyville, Oklahoma · Creek County

Located near Kellyville in the Sandstone Hills of the Osage Section central lowlands with good hunting and fishing.

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About Heyburn Lake

Located near Kellyville in the Sandstone Hills of the Osage Section central lowlands with good hunting and fishing.

How to Get There

From Sapulpa, 8 miles southwest on SH 66, 4 miles west on 151st Street South to four-way stop. Turn north on 257th W. Ave. to Heyburn Lake Road. From I-44 Bristow exit, east on SH 66 9 miles to 257th W. Ave. then north on paved road 2 miles to Heyburn Lake Road.

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Plan Your Visit to Heyburn Lake

Heading to Heyburn Lake? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Heyburn Lake?

No central reservation system listed for Heyburn Lake. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/559) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Heyburn Lake?

From Sapulpa, 8 miles southwest on SH 66, 4 miles west on 151st Street South to four-way stop. Turn north on 257th W. Ave. to Heyburn Lake Road. From I-44 Bristow exit, east on SH 66 9 miles to 257th W. Ave. then north on paved road 2 miles to Heyburn Lake Road.

How do I contact Heyburn Lake?

You can reach the park at phone: (918) 247-6391.

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