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R.C. Longmire Lake

This lake was constructed in 1989. Named after the late R.C. Longmire who among others, saw the need for another water supply lake. With over 900 acres of surface water, one just needs to drive out to the lake to observe the scenic beauty of this lake. Although constructed primarily as a water supply lake it was envisioned that the recreational opportunities of this lake were endless. How right they were! Longmire Lake offers recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, camping, hiking, bird watching, hunting, and swimming. Longmire Lake also has a pavilion for social functions and has modern bathroom facilities.

With the help of the Oklahoma Wildlife Department, Longmire Lake has been designated as a trophy bass lake. Since 1990 Florida bass have been stocked in this lake and is monitored by the ODWC on a semi-annual basis to help insure the lake’s status as a trophy bass lake. Since the construction of Longmire lake it has become a favorite wintering habitat for bald eagles
having as many as a dozen eagles at one time.

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Getting There & Details

Address: eleven miles east of Pauls Valley on State Highway 19 then 3 miles south.
Phone: 405-238-2007
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GENERAL RULES 1.The lake property is a refuge for all plants and animals. The taking, cutting, or killing of any plant or animal on the property is prohibited. Exceptions to this rule are those fish, waterfowl, and upland game discussed under Fishing and Hunting Rules. 2.No firearms shall he allowed on lake property. Exceptions to this rule are any firearms used in the Valley Gun Club area, guns used for legal hunting, and blank pistols used for dog training. 3.Throwing of trash in the lake or littering on lake property is prohibited. Glass containers are prohibited on lake property. 4.All pets in the camping and picnicking areas must he on a leash. 5.Open fires are allowed only in designated campsite areas and approved picnic areas within the campgrounds. 6.Permits are required for boating, fishing, trotlines, jug lines, hunting, and camping. 7.Public intoxication will not be tolerated. City Police will be notified. 8.Swimming is allowed in both lakes in designated, buoyed area. No lifeguard. Swim at your own risk. Small children must be supervised by an adult. 9.Speed limit on roads running through the Lake Property is as posted on roads running through the camping area. 10.No motor vehicles will be allowed off of established roads and designated parking areas. 11.Conduct which disturbs the right’s of others to a peaceful outdoor experience is prohibited. City permit is required for all persons between the ages of 16 and 65 years old. Persons will abide by local and state regulations with certain modifications. FISHING DAILY $2.00, ANNUAL $10.00. PERMIT IS GOOD FOR BOTH LAKES. LAKE LIMITS: PAULS VALLEY CITY LAKE BASS: DAILY LIMIT, 6 FISH OVER 14" CHANNEL/BLUE CATFISH: DAILY LIMIT, 15 FISH FLATHEAD CATFISH: DAILY LIMIT, 10 FISH OVER 20" CRAPPIE: DAILY LIMIT, 37 FISH ANY SIZE SAUGEYE: DAILY LIMIT, 5 FISH OVER 18" OTHER SPECIES: NO DAILY OR SIZE LIMIT LAKE R.C. LONGMIRE BASS: DAILY LIMIT, 3 FISH, LENGTH LIMIT - ALL BASS UNDER 22" MUST BE IMMEDIATELY RELEASED CHANNEL/BLUE CATFISH: DAILY LIMIT, 15 FISH FLATHEAD CATFISH: DAILY LIMIT, 10 FISH OVER 20" CRAPPIE: DAILY LIMIT, 37 FISH ANY SIZE OTHER SPECIES, NO DAILY OR SIZE LIMIT TR0T LINE FISHING - PAULS VALLEY CITY LAKE ONLY PERMIT REQUIRED $10.00 Annual IN ADDITION TO OTHER REQUIRED PERMITS One twenty-five (25) hook line per person tagged with name and address; must be checked every twenty-four (24) hours or removed. Lines may not be left without hooks. Owner must have a regular ANNUAL fishing permit. Trot lines must be placed at least 100 feet from the bank. JUG LINE FISHING - PAULS VALLEY CITY LAKE ONLY PERMIT REQUIRED: $10.00 Annual IN ADDITION TO OTHER REQUIRED PERMITS JUG LINES will be limited to 2 hooks per jug, with no more than 1O lines per person. LIMB LINES / YO YOS ARE NOT PERMITTED CAMPING CITY PERMIT IS REQUIRED: R.C. Longmire Permit $5.00 Daily Pauls Valley City Lake Permits: Daily: Water & Electricity $10.00/Night Full Hook-up $12.00 Night $2.00 Senior Citizen Discount 65 and Over GENERAL CAMPING RULES 1.No advance reservations for individuals: first come-first served. 2.Only one family per campsite. 3.Quiet hours are from 10:00pm-6:00am. 4.Length of stay is limited to 14 consecutive days. (Cannot move from one campsite to another) EXCEPTIONS Pauls Valley City Lake Only: 1.Advance reservations for clubs with eight RVs or more. 2.No tents in area around pavilion. 3.No primitive camping. 4.Reservations must be made for pavilion BOATING ALL BOATS AND JET SKIS WILL OBSERVE NO-WAKE ZONES NEAR BOAT RAMPS CITY PERMIT IS REQUIRED. PERMIT IS GOOD FOR BOTH LAKES DAILY $3.00. ANNUAL $15.00 NO WATER SKIING ALLOWED ON EITHER LAKE JET SKIING PAULS VALLEY CITY LAKE ONLY. CITY PERMIT IS REQUIRED DAILY $3.00 -ANNUAL $15.00 JET SKIING ALLOWED IN DESIGNATED AREAS ONLY. NO WATER SKIING OR TOWING OBJECTS BEHIND JET SKIS WILL BE ALLOWED. HUNTING CITY PERMIT IS REQUIRED: Permit is Good for both Lake Areas Daily $3.00. Annual $15.00 DUCK / GOOSE HUNTING, Pauls Valley City Lake & Lake R.C. Longmire 1.Hunter must be in compliance with State and Federal Regulations. 2.Hunter must check-in with the Lake Ranger prior to the initiation of each hunt and check-out with the Lake Ranger at the completion of each hunt. DEER HUNTING. Pauls Valley City Lake & Lake R.C. Longmire 1.Restricted to Bow and Arrow Hunting 2.Hunter must be in compliance with State Regulations. 3.Hunter must check-in with the Lake Ranger prior to the initiation of each hunt and check-out with the Lake Ranger at the completion of each hunt. 4.No permanent tree stands shall be constructed or allowed on lake property. UPLAND GAME HUNTING. Pauls Valley City Take & Lake R.C. Longmire (Quail, Dove, Rabbit, and Squirrel) 1.Restricted to shotgun hunting only. 2.Hunter must be in compliance with State regulations.

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