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The Citizens of Stroud have access to a number of recreational
facilities. 6 Parks
- Foster Park
Offers a public swimming pool, a fishing pond,
playground equipment and picnic facilities. The park complex also
includes 4 ball fields, tennis courts, and a covered pavilion
available for group activities.
- West Oaks Park
- Ed Smalley Memorial Park
3 Ball fields (maintained by City) 2 Tennis Courts Country
Club Swimming Pool
Public
Library
The Stroud Public Library has over 12,500 volumes and is
part of the Oklahoma Library Technology Network Oklahoma Union
Catalog interlibrary loan system through which over 6 million
items may be transmitted via internet. The Oklahoma
Telecommunications interlibrary System (OTIS) is also
available at the Stroud Public Library. A section
of large-print and audio books are available and updated
annually. The genealogy and local history section is used
extensively. Golf Course
Stroud Municipal Golf Course is an ideal spot for family sport
and recreation. The 9-hole, 6,292 yard, par 70 course features
manicured greens and a series of men's and ladies' tee boxes. The
Clubhouse offers cart rental, snacks, golf equipment and other
merchandise. Senior
Citizens Center Designed for those over age 60, the center is
coordinated by PROJECT HEART. Services include:
- Serves a nutritious lunch
- Provides hearing tests and hearing aid checks
- Monthly visits by nurses
- A variety of entertainment going on such as cards, dominoes,
special trips and guest singers and musicians.
Municipal
Fitness Center
Offers a wide range of weight and cardiovascular training
equipment. The center has liberal hours, low fees, and aerobic
classes. There is also a privae fitness center in
Stroud. Stroud
Lake
Located 3 miles north and 3 miles east of Stroud. The lake
boasts 621 surface acres and offers boating, fishing, water
skiing, overnight camping and swimming at the white sand beach.
Visitors will find picnic tables, barbecue grills, pavilions, rest
rooms with shower facilities, RV pads with utilities, and bridle
paths. Twenty-six campsites with electricity and water and 50
campsites without electricity are available on a first come, first
serve basis. Wilderness Challenge Center
Located at Stroud Lake; the Center is operated by the Oklahoma
Foundation for the Disabled. The Center has a meeting facility, a
ropes course, a bunkhouse, and is available on a rental basis for
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