Oak Lake is home to many historic buildings and architectual points of interest. The Oakland Hotel (built in 1885), Pleasant Plains School (built in 1894), the Old Stone Blacksmith Shop (built in 1897), and the Post Office (built in1930). Oak  Lake is also home to the Anglican Church which was built in 1890 and is now a designated heritage site.

The Oak Lake & District Museum Incorporated was created in July 2001.  

The museum is located at 396 Aspen St. East in the Town of Oak Lake in the former St. Athanasuis Roman Cahotlic Church building and in the former St. Davids United Church building.

The area surrounding Oak Lake has an abundance of animals and birds. The lake has a large number of Canada Geese nesting during the spring along with other watherfoul. Plum Lake Marsh, south of the lake, is an important staging area for waterfoul during the spring and fall migration. Everything from deer to beaver, otter and muskrat make their homes in the marsh. A leisurely drive through the countryside or a short walk may give you a glimpse of almost anything from a cheeky squirrel, to the lovely white-tailed deer. The variety of wildlife and scenery will provide many pleasant hours for photographers.

The lake of Oak Lake, southwest of town, is stocked with perch, pickerel and northern pike. It is a famous fishing spot for many both in the summer and winter. The Assiniboine River, north of the town, also provides a challenge for all members of the sport fisherman. Kenworth Dam located at the east end of Kenton boasts good fishing for pickerel and northern pike.

Oak Lake  Island Resort is a very popular attraction to our area.  As the largest lake in Southwestern Manitoba Oak Lake offers sports enthusiasts, fishermen, and families hours of entertainment.  There is camping available as well.

The Oak Lake Golf Club operates a nine hole, par 31 golf course. Wooded areas along several of the fairways and grass greens combine to make this a challenging course. Mens, ladies, under sixteen and open tournaments are held throughout the summer months.

Located just west of town is the Oak Lake Ox 'n' Cart Campground. There are 10 open sites for campers to choose from. Each site has its own fire pit, along with running water. There is quite a bit of open space nearby, used for baseball, or other activities. A great attraction for kids, is the playground equipment, which includes; a swing-set, sandbox, slide and two "seesaw" creatures. Public washrooms are available at our camp site, and wood is provided for firepits. A very affordable place to camp.

The outdoor enthusiast can enjoy cross country skiing, snowmobiling and tobogganing throughout the area.

The Oak Lake and Area Economic Development Board and Oak Lake and District  Museum Board invite you to our Annual Christmas Light Up.
Christmas Light- up will be held in conjunction with the Advent service at the Mennonite Church on November 27th,2011.
Light bulbs may be purchased in memory of a loved one.

At the Red Bow Annual Village Christmas, participants will be offering baking and/or items just in time to fill your Christmas list.  Maps will be available from the participants to guide you on your shopping adventure.
Come and support the participants and experience small town shopping.
Novemer 18 &19 ,2011 Red Bow Shopping Event

The "Santa Brunch" will be held in the Community Hall on Sunday November 20th, 2011, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  There are many activities for the kids to participate in, they can purchase gifts for Mom and Dad, and have a visit with Santa (photographs available).