Tishomingo has been the county seat of Johnston County, Oklahoma since 1907. It was the first capital of the Chickasaw Nation and still hometown of many Native Americans. The town was named after Chief Tishomingo of the Chickasaw Nation.

Lake Texoma is one of the most popular lakes across America with about 6 million annual visitors. The lake  is about one hour north of the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex and about two hours south of Oklahoma City, OK. Tishomingo, a  key town on the northern shores, is a water sports paradise. Tishomingo has a population of about 3200 but increases considerably during the summer time and weekends because of the incoming visitors..

Fishing is great in the area! Lake Texoma is known as the "Striper Capital of the World," and is one of a few lakes nationally where the striped bass reproduce naturally. Other popular species in the lake include largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, white bass, hybrid striped bass, white crappie, black crappie, blue catfish and channel catfish. The Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery with 235-acres to produce warm water fish for the lake is only  four miles from downtown.

 

Lake Texoma is great for all kinds of water sports and there are numerous resorts, vacation rentals, campgrounds, golf courses and parks in the area. Power boats, sailing, wind surfing, water skiing, and jet-skiing are among the water sports you will find on the lake.

The Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge of 16,464 acres is only 4 miles from town. the refuge is administered for the benefit of migratory waterfowl in the Central Flyway. Populations of up to 100,000 ducks and 45,000 geese feed, loaf, and roost at the refuge in fall and winter. Over 250 bird species have been recorded in this area. You may even see some bald eagles in the area.  For hunting on the wildlife refuge, see this link: Hunting Information.

Want to play some golf?

Tishomingo Golf & Rec Club - 3600 W. Golf Course Rd, Tishomingo - 580-371-2604-9 holes-Public
Chickasaw Point Golf Course - Hwy 70E, Kingston. OK - 866-602-4653-18 holes-Municipal
Lake Texoma State Park Golf Course - Hwy 70E, Kingston, OK 866-602-4653-18 holes-Municipal
Buncombe Creek Golf Course - Off Hwy 377, Kingston, OK- 580-564-1260-9 hole-Public
Durant Country Club - 320 Country Club Rd, Durant - 580-924-0622-18 hole-Municipal
Silverado Golf Course - 1620 Sandstone Rd, Durant - 580-924-1899-18 holes-Public
 

Looking for Lodging near Lake Texoma?

A Perfect Place to Stay, LLC - Calera, OK
A comfortable 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage with beds that sleep 6-7 located just five miles S. of Durant off Hwy 75. Providing visitors with long, or short stay options to meet their needs. Such as: vacationing, working in the area, a corporate stay, or a transition home. Bring your clothes, toiletries, food, and enjoy a comfortable place for an affordable price.

Cabin Fever Adventures - Kingston, OK
Cabin Fever Adventures isn't just another great place to stay; it's your gateway to FUN, ACTION, and RELAXATION, deep in the heart of Texoma. Having a party, reunion, get together? They have a covered pavilion equipped with kitchen, (stove, refrigerator, sink) available to rent

Mead Vacation Home - Mead, OK
A cozy one bedroom, one bath with one garage fully furnished home that sleeps up to 4 people. Located off Hwy 70 and Willow Springs Road near the Roosevelt Bridge. This is a perfect place for vacationing or working near the lake, Kingston or Durant. Bring your clothes, toiletries, food, and enjoy a comfortable place for an affordable price. Call 469-374-9945 for long or short stays.

Other Local Lodging

Western Inn Restaurant & Motel
1500 W Highway 22, Tishomingo - 580-371-3889

Rockcreek Park - campgrounds
9500 South Bullet Prairie Road, Tishomingo - 580-371-9417

Need a Fishing Guide?

Cabin Fever Adventures - Kingston, OK
Cabin Fever Adventures is your gateway to FUN, ACTION, and RELAXATION, deep in the heart of Texoma. Catch the fishing fever and try your luck with a great fishing guide on the lake. Whether you are looking for that trophy fish or some good eating fish, this is the place to start!

Tishomingo Area Attractions:

Lake Texoma - Annually, about 9 million tourists visits the 12th largest lake in the United States.

Lake Texoma Recreation Area - Offers fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, skiing, hunting, and bird watching opportunities.

Tishomingo Wildlife Refuge - This 16,464 acre refuge is located at the upper Washita arm of Lake Texoma.

The Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery  - 235-acres that produce warm water fish for the lake.

Blue River Hunting and Fishing area - Tishomingo

The Blue River - although nearly flat for 40 miles, collects water from over 200 square miles of watershed on its way to the Red River. There are granite ledges along the way that have waterfalls of different sizes.

Fort Washita Historical Site & Museum - Operated in the 1800's by the U.S. Army and during the Civil War by Confederates.

The Three Valley Museum - a living history museum that features displays of  artifacts of early statehood.

Fairchild Gallery - 405 Denison, Durant, OK 580-924-2399

Texoma Belle Riverboat - Located at Catfish Bay Marina in Texoma State Park.

Texoma Land Fun Park - Hwy 70, Kingston - A play park featuring go-carts, bumper boats, mini golf and more -
580-564-2340

Texoma Riding Stables - 1954 Hwy 70, Kingston - 580-564-9898

Albert Creek Resort and Marina - Hwy 70 East, Kingston - 877-718-5585
Ski boat rentals, jet ski rentals, tubing, Pontoon boats, paddle boat rentals and fishing equipment rentals.

Local Tishomingo Area Links

City of Tishomingo
Johnson County Library
Johnson County Historical Society
Johnson County OK Genealogical Records Information.
Murray State College - has an annual enrollment of 1600 students.
Tishomingo Lions Club
Tishomingo Airpark
Tishomingo Weather
Tishomingo Map
 

Antlers - Deer Capital of the World -72 miles northeast

Nearby City and Towns

Madill - 14 miles south
Kingston - 21 miles south
Durant - 40 miles southeast.
Ardmore - 30 miles west
Colbert - 53 miles southeast
Denison TX - 59 miles southeast
Atoka - 40 miles northeast
Oklahoma City  - 137 miles northwest

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