Things To Do in Tenkiller Lake Area

Beyond the lake-centered activities, the Tenkiller Lake Area offers plenty of other fun things to do. The towns of Tahlequah, Gore and Vian offer many great attractions and activities. Catch a River City Players variety show or a performance at the NSU Jazz Lab in Tahlequah. Take a float trip on the Illinois River by canoe, kayak or raft and discover the history of the Cherokee Nation, which is headquartered in Tahlequah, at several museums. Head to nearby Gore, the Trout Capital of Oklahoma, and visit MarVal Camping Resort on the banks of the Illinois River for some of the best trout fishing in the state. Go on a scuba diving adventure in Gore or hit downtown for unique shopping and dining. Visit Vian to explore Tenkiller State Park, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and the Lake Trail System. Wherever you roam in the Tenkiller Lake Area, you'll find plenty of interesting things to do.