Google reviewers rate Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area 4.5 out of 5 based on 546 reviews, highlighting its clear water, fishing opportunities, and family-friendly amenities like cabins and playgrounds. Staff are frequently described as helpful, and equipment rentals for kayaking and boating are noted as convenient. Common criticisms include high boat rental costs, limited public internet access, and occasional maintenance issues such as closed slides or restroom cleanliness.
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It's was fun. Boats were expensive though. And seeing the army stuff on base is cool to. There was playgrounds everywhere. The staff is nice.you can choose between camping. Rv. And a cabin. NO internet out there for the public use
Super para ir en familia, el agua muy limpia, el servicio exelente.
Great amenities in knots overcrowded even on Labor Day weekend
Such a beautiful spot for bank fishing. (Photo from North side of LETRA.) Amazing water, serene surroundings, and a great spot if you have littles accompanying you. No swimming access in this area, just fishing, light hiking and beautiful photo opportunities!
Great for a quick get away! My wife got our family of four a cabin for our anniversary! The cabins are so close in proximity, and you have to drive to go swimming, you can't swim in any other park of the lake except where the swim area is located. The cabin was cute, clean and had good AC! Grills are available, which was a plus! No open fires, because it's federal land, yet we made due! Can't go camping and not make S'mores, just saying! Medicine Park isn't far away, another plus!
Love it here. Not alot to do , but has a px and commissary? A few sights to visit on base and a few around town.
It use to be one of my favorite spots in Lawton. However, the slides are never opened and trash is everywhere.
Lifeguards are amazing and extremely focused. We love coming out here. Wish the water was much higher and slides worked but still an awesome time.
Its so beautiful , you have to come and experience it yourself.
Too many permanent parties living at the campground, it doesn't look like a recreational site, more like a mobile home park.