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Bald Eagle at Grand Lake - GRDA

GRDA Establishes Eagle Nest Buffer Zone Below Pensacola Dam

New activity in an established bald eagle nest has prompted GRDA to close access to an area below the main spillway. View eagles from the designated "Eagle Pass" area on the west side of the spillway channel. Best viewing is early morning.

January 2026

Wolf Creek Park & Expo Center Grand Opening

Grove's new 48,000 square foot civic center is ready to welcome the community! The grand opening and first event is the Oklahoma Tackle, Hunting and Boat Show, February 12-15. The best outdoor show in Green Country returns to kick off this exciting new venue. Go Grove!

January 19, 2026
GRDA No More Stickers - Dock Permit Change 2026

GRDA Ends Annual Dock Permit Stickers

Starting in 2026, GRDA will no longer mail annual dock permit payment stickers. Dock numbers must still be clearly displayed, and proof of payment should be kept for your records. Questions? Contact GRDA Dock Billing at 918.256.0670.

January 2026
Random Observations from the Grand Lake Bum

This week: Boat show season wraps up in OKC, NFL Conference Championship watch parties at The Anchor, plus Dolly Parton turns 80, new restaurants opening, and the best live entertainment around the lake...

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Popular Destinations

Monkey Island

Grand Lake's playground — restaurants, entertainment, and lake access.

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Grove

Shopping, dining, and services in the heart of Grand Lake country.

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Disney Rock Crawling

Oklahoma's top off-road destination with challenging trails and events.

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South Grand Lake

Ketchum, Langley, Disney & Duck Creek — the quieter side with big attractions.

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Lake Resources

Floodgate Operations

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Boating Rules

Know the rules of the water before you launch.

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Eagle Watching

Winter eagle viewing at GRDA's Eagle Pass.

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