Grand Lake O' the Cherokees

Just 20 minutes from Vinita, visit Grand Lake O' The Cherokees for 46,500 surface acres of water sports fun. Located on the Grand (Neosho) River in northeastern Oklahoma, guests can devote a whole weekend to lake explorations or stick to its 1,300 miles of shoreline. Whether docking a boat year-round or looking to rent boating equipment for the weekend, head to Grand Lake O' The Cherokees' exceptional recreational facilities at five nearby state parks and more than a dozen other privately operated facilities. Grand Lake is perfect for parasailing and wakeboarding adventures. Off the lake, Grand Lake O' The Cherokees offers plenty of relaxing resorts and lakeside marina restaurants for shoreside entertainment. 

The motto of the South Grand Lake Chamber tells the story perfectly – Come play and you’ll want to stay.  https://www.southgrandlakechamber.org/

Welcome to the NE Loop of the Oklahoma Fishing Trail - a place for anglers of all stripes to find those spots that make Oklahoma a premier fishing destination. Oklahoma's vast resources make it a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, especially anglers. The state's waters are home to a diverse number of fish species, including favorites like bass, crappie and catfish along with unique specimens like paddlefish. Oklahoma has more miles of shoreline than East and Gulf coasts combined and plenty of attractions along the way that make the trip unforgettable. https://www.travelok.com/fishing-trail

A short drive from Vinita you can experience Shangri-La Resort, nestled on Monkey Island on northeastern Oklahoma’s Grand Lake O’ The Cherokees, is the ultimate getaway destination. Championship golf, swimming, boating, fishing, parasailing, indoor-outdoor dining options, a fitness center, and a medical spa make it a prime destination for those who want choices to do everything – or nothing at all. Check out The Anchor - the recently opened Activity Park and Raquet Club - for an ultimate recreation destination. https://shangrilaok.com/