Army Corps of Engineers · Oklahoma
Mahaffey Point
Army Corps of Engineers · Oklahoma, United States
- Sites
- 4
- Hookups
- 4 with water
- Season
- April 1 to September 30
- Drinking water
- Yes
- Pets
- Yes
- Elevation
- 459 ft
- Dark sky
- Bortle class 2
- Cell coverage
- AT&T weak · T-Mobile none · Verizon none (carriers' 4G LTE filings to the FCC, 2025-12; not measured here)
- Lake
- Hugo Lake
- Nearest town
- Sawyer
- Address
- PO BOX 99, Sawyer, OK, 74756
- Phone
- 580-326-0173
- Activities
- Canoeing, Day Use Area, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Kayaking, Paddle Boating, Paddling, Picnicking, Wildlife Viewing
4 numbered sites are mapped one by one - open the site map to pick yours.
About
Overview
The Mahaffey Point at Hugo Lake is a large, grassy area in a forested expanse of southeast Oklahoma. This day use facility is perched along the banks of Hugo Lake, providing guests with plenty of recreational opportunities.
Recreation
There are always fish to be caught at Hugo Lake. From early sand bass and slab crappie to late season fall bass, anglers will always find opportunities. Hugo Lake also provides excellent catfishing during the summer.
The lake area offers plenty of hunting opportunities, with over 25,000 acres of land available. Bow hunting is permitted in and around most of the park areas. Kiamichi Park features an archery practice range and a 3,000-acre Quality Deer Management Area.
Wildlife around the lake includes waterfowl, bobwhite quail, dove, whitetail deer, mink, fox and beaver.
Facilities
Mahaffey Point on Hugo Lake includes 2 large pavilions, a shared playground, and easy lake access making this area perfect for large parties, youth trips or family functions. Please be aware there is no running water or electricity at this facility at this time.
Natural Features
Hugo Lake dam is located on the Kiamichi River, 18 river miles upstream from its confluence with the Red River. The dam, completed in 1974, provides flood control, water supply and fish and wildlife management for nearby communities. It also provides a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts of all types.
Nearby Attractions
A number of historical attractions are located near Hugo Lake, including Native American cultural centers, Civil War headquarters, historic churches and schools. Visit the lake website for more information.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (580) 326-3345.
Charges & Cancellations
A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full detaions see Recreation1Stop Reservation Policy.
Fees
Payment in full will be charged to your credit card upon completion of the reservation. A $10.00 non-refunable on-line reservation fee may be charged for some facilities. All major credit cards can be used as payment on-line.
Weather, month by month
| Month | Typical high | Typical low | Coldest night | Hottest day | Years with a night below 32°F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52° | 34° | 11° | 72° | 8 of 11 |
| February | 60° | 39° | 3° | 74° | 8 of 11 |
| March | 66° | 48° | 26° | 81° | 2 of 11 |
| April | 74° | 55° | 37° | 89° | 0 of 11 |
| May | 82° | 66° | 54° | 94° | 0 of 11 |
| June | 89° | 73° | 62° | 96° | 0 of 11 |
| July | 91° | 75° | 65° | 103° | 0 of 11 |
| August | 95° | 77° | 68° | 107° | 0 of 11 |
| September | 89° | 70° | 60° | 98° | 0 of 11 |
| October | 74° | 57° | 39° | 89° | 0 of 10 |
| November | 67° | 49° | 26° | 83° | 2 of 10 |
| December | 57° | 40° | 26° | 75° | 4 of 10 |
Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at this spot (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.
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