Wagoner County

Wagoner County is an administrative county in northeastern Oklahoma with wooded hills, small prairies, and pastureland spread across the landscape. The Verdigris River flows through the area, dividing the land into distinct geographical sections.

The county was established in 1907 and named after Henry Wagoner, a railroad dispatcher from Kansas who oversaw railroad operations in the region. Before the county's creation, the area had been home to various peoples who settled there over centuries.

The area contains several parks and recreation areas where locals spend time fishing, boating, and enjoying outdoor activities together. These spaces shape how residents connect with the land and each other in their daily lives.

The area is easily accessible from several urban centers and highways, making travel straightforward. Visitors should plan for changing weather and road conditions depending on the season you visit.

The area contains Fort Gibson Lake, a large reservoir created by damming the Grand River, which today offers expansive water surfaces and extensive shoreline for recreation and nature experiences. The lake draws visitors who come to enjoy water-based activities and the surrounding landscape.

Location: Oklahoma

Inception: 1908

Capital city: Wagoner

Shares border with: Mayes County, Muskogee County, Cherokee County, Rogers County, Tulsa County, Okmulgee County

Website: http://ok.gov/wagonercounty

GPS coordinates: 35.96000,-95.52000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:24