Foss State Park, State park in western Oklahoma, United States.
Foss State Park covers 1,749 acres on Foss Lake in southwestern Custer County, near the town of Foss. The 1961 Bureau of Reclamation dam stands 142 feet high and impounds the Washita River, forming a 13,141-acre reservoir. The park holds 110 paved RV campsites, 35 tent sites, an equestrian camp with a multi-purpose trail, picnic shelters, playgrounds, a swimming beach and a seasonal marina.
The lake was created in 1961 by the Bureau of Reclamation on the Washita River to supply water for nearby communities. The park was developed afterward to make the area accessible for public recreation and outdoor use.
The park serves as a gathering spot for local fishing enthusiasts and water sports fans who come throughout the year. People gather at the shoreline for informal picnics and social events, especially during warmer months.
The park offers various lodging options including tent sites, RV spots with electrical hookups, and cabins to suit different needs. Visitors should prepare for changing weather and seasonal variations, especially when planning water activities.
Foss Reservoir, impounded from the Washita River in 1961, holds 436,812 acre-feet and covers 13,141 acres; its 142-foot dam releases water into 50 miles of aqueducts and laterals serving Clinton, Cordell, Hobart, Butler and Bessie. Anglers and boaters see this engineering as much as the park itself.
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