Gore is a town in western Sequoyah County, Oklahoma, located in the eastern part of the state near the Arkansas border. With a population of about 950, it is a small community that is part of the Fort Smith, Arkansas-Oklahoma metropolitan statistical area, tying it to the larger regional economy across the state line. Gore's identity is closely linked to water: the town calls itself the "trout capital of Oklahoma," a reference to the fishing in Lake Tenkiller and the surrounding waters. Lake Tenkiller, formally Tenkiller Ferry Lake, lies just to the east and is the region's defining recreational resource, created by the construction of the Tenkiller Ferry Dam beginning in the late 1940s. The lake and its shoreline support boating, fishing, camping and marinas, and have made Gore a base for visitors seeking access to the water. The nearby Illinois River adds further fishing and floating opportunities, reinforcing the town's reputation as a destination for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts. Life in Gore is small-town and unhurried, with a notable share of retirees among its residents. The community's economy and daily rhythm revolve around the lake, local services and the surrounding countryside of eastern Oklahoma's hills and woodlands. Public school students attend Gore Public Schools, the town's local district. For residents, Gore offers a quiet, affordable setting with immediate access to one of Oklahoma's best-known lakes and its fishing, within reach of Fort Smith for larger-city services. It is a classic small Oklahoma lake-country town, shaped by the water that defines its identity.