Hugo Lake, Reservoir in Choctaw County, Oklahoma, US

Hugo Lake is a reservoir in southeastern Oklahoma, located east of the town of Hugo. It has a long shoreline and is used for fishing, boating, and swimming.

The reservoir was built by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to control flooding along the Kiamichi River and secure water supplies for the region. After it was completed, it gradually became a popular outdoor recreation area for people across southeastern Oklahoma.

The lake takes its name from the nearby town of Hugo, a small city in southeastern Oklahoma. Along the shore, locals gather for fishing, boating, and camping, and the water draws people from across the region during warmer months.

The southern 8,000 acres near the dam are cleared of obstructions and used for boating and water skiing, while the uncleared northern end holds standing tree stumps. Hugo Lake State Park has a 56-slip marina, cabins, and hiking trails; the Group Camp Area offers four sites with shelters and electric/water hook-ups. The dam and spillway are visible from U.S. Route 70 just west of Sawyer.

The northern end of Hugo Lake was never cleared and still holds standing dead tree stumps in the water. These stumps give fish cover and make the north end the place anglers target, while the southern 8,000 acres near the dam are kept clear for boating and water skiing.