FISHING IN OKLAHOMA

Avid anglers have long known that fishing in Oklahoma can’t be beat. With more than 200 lakes and over one million surface acres of water, even the most experienced fishermen continually discover new coves and streams full of Oklahoma’s abundant bass, crappie and catfish. Grab a buddy, pack your rod and reel, and get hooked on fishing. Lake Eufaula, Oklahoma’s largest lake, is popular for its annual fishing tournaments as well as its enclosed, heated docks, which make fishing comfortable year-round. Located in southern Oklahoma, Lake Texoma is known for its year-round guided striper excursions.



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TOP FISHING SPOTS IN OKLAHOMA

GRAND LAKE

The 46,500 acre lake is ranked among the top bass fishing lakes in the United States and a popular destination for all water sports.

KEYSTONE STATE PARK

This park offers something for everyone in the family, this park has camping, hiking, a marina and more.

LAKE TEXOMA

One of the nation’s premier inland striped bass fisheries is Lake Texoma.


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COMMON CATCHES IN OKLAHOMA



LARGEMOUTH BASS

LARGEMOUTH BASS

FIND WHERE TO CATCH


The largemouth bass is the most popular freshwater game fish.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 6.5 foot medium or medium-heavy action graphite spinning rod
Reel Spinning reel
Line 8-pound test monofilament fishing line
Lure Spinnerbaits, Crankbaits, Frog & Toad Fishing Baits, Soft Plastic Baits, Topwater Fishing Baits


RAINBOW TROUT

RAINBOW TROUT

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The rainbow trout is an extremely valuable species in any and all of its forms.

GEAR TO USE
Rod Light (2-8 lbs) spinning rod
Reel 1500 spinning reel
Line 2-4 pound test fishing line
Lure Deli Shrimp, Dew Worm, Krill, Marshmellow, Single Salmon Egg, Artificial Baits


channel catfish

CHANNEL CATFISH

FIND WHERE TO CATCH

The channel catfish is very highly regarded for its food and sports value.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 6-7-foot, medium-heavy spinning rod
Reel Spinning reel
Line 14-pound or stronger abrasion-resistant monofilament line
Lure Terminal tackle (circle or bait hooks, treble hooks, egg sinkers), live worms or minnows, cut-bait


SAUGER

SAUGER

FIND WHERE TO CATCH

The sauger is closely related to the walleye, and the two appear almost identical.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 5.5-6 foot fast-action spinning rod
Reel Spinning reel
Line 6-8 -pound test monofilament fishing line
Lure Jigs, Plastic Baits, Crankbaits, Bottom Bouncers


BLUE CATFISH

BLUE CATFISH

FIND WHERE TO CATCH

This is the largest catfish of the family Ictaluridae, reported to grow to 120 lb. (54 kg).

GEAR TO USE
Rod 6-7-foot, medium-heavy spinning rod
Reel Spinning reel
Line 14-pound or stronger abrasion-resistant monofilament line
Lure Terminal tackle (circle or bait hooks, treble hooks, egg sinkers), live worms or minnows, cut-bait


SPOTTED BASS

SPOTTED BASS

FIND WHERE TO CATCH


Many anglers who catch a spotted bass believe they have caught a largemouth bass.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 6-foot light-medium fast-action spinning rod
Reel Light to medium spinning reel
Line 4-10 pound test line
Lure Shad, Crayfish, Worms, Hard Plastic Diving Plug mimicking a Shad or similar fish

TYPES OF FISHING IN OKLAHOMA



lakes and ponds

LAKES & PONDS

Learn about the structures in lakes and ponds. Learn where to find fish, tips and more.



streams and rivers

STREAMS & RIVERS

River & stream fishing means knowing where the water is moving, and how fish behave in it.



FLY FISHING

FLY FISHING

Fly fishing is fun, relaxing and easy to learn.

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