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Access Site OK

Sandy Beach

Salt Fork Arkansas River - Great Salt Plains Reservoir Salt Fork Arkansas River

Source: u_s__geological_survey Updated 1 year ago

City: Jet, OK
County: Alfalfa County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 36.75023000, -98.14515000
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About This Access Site
Sandy Beach is a public boat launch facility located in Great Salt Plains State Park near Jet in the Oklahoma Panhandle, providing access to Great Salt Plains Reservoir on the Salt Fork Arkansas River. The ramp is part of a well-developed recreation area with full amenities including paved launch areas, a fishing dock, restrooms with wheelchair accessibility, and RV/camping facilities nearby. This makes it a convenient base for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters exploring the reservoir.

The surrounding Great Salt Plains State Park offers more than just water access—the facility includes a swimming beach, picnic areas, and hiking trails, making it suitable for full-day outings or extended visits. The nearby Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge provides scenic paddling opportunities and excellent wildlife viewing, particularly for migratory waterfowl. The reservoir environment is generally calm and suitable for recreational paddling, though paddlers should be aware of typical reservoir conditions and any weather patterns specific to the Oklahoma Panhandle.
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Free Access

This recreation area is part of Great Salt Plains Lake

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Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge Located within
Great Salt Plains Lake Located within