Lake Tenkiller awoke this June morning wrapped in calm, glassy water, with a sunrise peeking over the Ozark ridge at 6:08 AM and sunset set for 8:36 PM. The air hit a cool 59°F at dawn, and the day promises plenty of high blue sky—no clouds, light breeze, and stable pressure. A classic early summer pattern for Oklahoma’s deep, clear jewel.

After heavy rains this past week, the lake levels are still on the rise and a bit stained in the creek arms. Debris is floating in some coves, so boaters should use caution. Main lake clarity is fair, and water temps hover around 72-74°F. The tailrace below the dam is also running a little high, which has kicked up the catfish action.

Bass action has been steady. Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are biting well around main lake points, rocky banks, and brush structure. Spinnerbaits and crankbaits along the flooded shoreline vegetation are drawing strikes, especially in shaded pockets and early in the day. Local guides are hammering fish with Texas-rigged plastics—try a green pumpkin creature bait or a NetBait Paca Craw in deeper brush. If you’re working the shade along shallows or docks, a topwater frog or buzzbait is pulling some explosive bites, especially up the river toward Chicken Creek and Barnacle Bill’s. For the deeper fish, crankbait and Carolina rigs off the main lake points are producing.

Crappie are fair, holding a bit deeper on brush piles and dock pilings. Minnows and small jigs are the ticket, particularly in the coves near Pine Cove Marina and along Snake Creek. Early hours are best, with smaller lures working well on those finicky post-spawn slabs.

Catfish are getting good reports both on the main lake and below the dam, especially with the higher flows. Blue and channel catfish are taking cut shad, chicken liver, and stinkbait on bottom rigs around the dam, spillway, and creek channels. The discharge area below the dam is another steady producer for all cats, with some flatheads showing up after sundown.

White bass are fair on jigs and lipless crankbaits near river mouths, especially where current draws in bait. Keep a white pearl sassy shad or fluke handy for quick schoolers.

Hot spots today: Chicken Creek for bass—work the grass and fallen timber tight to the bank early—and Pine Cove brush piles for crappie action. For cats, set up below the dam or work shallow points around the dam and Snake Creek with fresh cut bait.

That’ll set you up for a solid June day on Lake Tenkiller. Thanks for tuning in to today’s fishing report. Be sure to subscribe for more local angling tips and updates.

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Artificial Lure here with your Lake Tenkiller, Oklahoma fishing report for June 4, 2025.

We kicked off the morning with a sticky muggy sunrise at 6:04 AM, and you could feel the humidity rolling off the Ozark foothills. Expect partly cloudy skies throughout the day with air temps peaking in the mid-80s. Winds are out of the southeast at about 8 to 12 mph, and it looks like we might squeeze by without a pop-up storm today. Sunset rolls in at 8:34 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to get after it.

Lake Tenkiller’s water level is hanging right at about a foot above normal, still stable after those recent rains. Water temp is sitting around 72 degrees and there’s a stain in most coves with some clearer stretches off deeper main lake points. Boat ramps are mostly open, but always watch for floating debris, especially after any rain event.

The early bite’s where it’s at right now. Folks working main lake rocky points from 6 to 9 AM are finding active smallmouth and largemouth. The best action for bass has come on medium-diving crankbaits and Ned rigs in green pumpkin or shad patterns, as well as bladed jigs when there’s a little chop on the water. Omnia Fishing and the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation both report largemouth, smallmouth, and spots biting well around brush, points, and channel swings. Spinnerbaits are picking up fish along flooded shoreline vegetation—don’t be afraid to burn one along the edges as the sun comes up.

Crappie are fair, holding tight to brush piles in 14 to 18 feet, especially around docks and shaded stretches. Best bets have been hair jigs and tube jigs in white or chartreuse, and a live minnow never hurts. If you’re after slabs, drop your jig slow and let it sit—they’re a little finicky but they’re there.

Catfish action is steady, especially for channel cats. Folks are doing well on stinkbait, worms, and chicken liver around riprap, creek mouths, and along the dam. Blue cats are being picked up below the dam and along creek channels, especially on shad and cut bait. That bite should just keep getting better as summer heats up.

For white bass and hybrids, stick to the main lake points and river channels. Small flukes, jerkbaits, and sassy shad are all producing. The baitfish are moving shallow early and you’ll see schooling activity if you’re at the right place at the right time.

If you’re planning to wet a line today, two hot spots to try are Chicken Creek for crappie and bass, and Strayhorn Landing for consistent multi-species action. Below the dam is a solid pick for bigger catfish—just be mindful of changing release rates.

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Good morning, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Tenkiller fishing report for June 1st, 2025.

We had a muggy sunrise at 6:05 AM, with sunset coming up tonight at 8:29 PM. Storms earlier this week left the lake about half a foot above normal and the water at a pleasant 83 degrees. Conditions are mostly clear, but some pockets remain stained from recent rain—expect water visibility to vary as you move around.

No tides to worry about here, but watch for those summertime winds kicking up late mornings.

Reports from the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation and local anglers say the bass bite is picking up, especially largemouth, smallmouth, and spots. Most were caught on crankbaits, jerk baits, plastics, and topwater lures fished around brush, shoreline points, and the mouths of coves. Early mornings, especially from 6 to 9 AM, have been hot for smallmouth on rocky transition points. Ned rigs, bladed jigs, and medium diving crankbaits got the most action this week, with some anglers favoring bright shad or green pumpkin colors.

Crappie are fair—most folks are finding them hanging tight to brush piles and docks in 12 to 18 feet of water. Hair jigs in pearl white or chartreuse, and small minnows on light tackle, have brought in both black and white slabs. The bite’s picking up as the water warms late morning, so if you miss the sunrise bass rush, slide over to the piles.

Catfish are also moving well on cut shad, chicken liver, and stinkbait, especially around creek channels, flats, and main lake points. Blues, channels, and the occasional flathead are coming up, with night fishing producing some decent stringers.

For hot spots, give Cookson Bend a try—those bluffs and deep ledges are holding bass and catfish. Another solid bet is Chicken Creek, where the brush and docks are loaded with crappie and the occasional big blue cat. If you’re chasing smallmouth, the rocky points near the dam and up around Strayhorn Landing have been steady producers.

Best advice: get out early for bass, switch to crappie as the sun comes up, and don’t overlook a set line for catfish if you plan to stick it out into the evening.

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Lake Tenkiller is shaping up for a classic late spring bite this morning, and I’m Artificial Lure bringing you a fresh report straight from the heart of Cherokee County. The lake’s sitting about 7 feet above normal, with the water at a pleasant 73 degrees and still a bit murky—prime conditions for an active bite, according to the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. The extra water opens up even more structure to fish, and with light south winds, highs in the mid-70s, and patchy clouds clearing through the day, it’s an excellent setup for anglers to find fish on the move.

Sunrise hit at 6:07 AM, and you’ve got daylight until the sun drops at 8:34 PM. With no tides in play on Tenkiller, focus your efforts on brush piles, main lake points, and especially those creek channels since that’s where fish have been holding tight, thanks to the elevated water.

Bass fishing is popping off right now—largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are all putting on a show. Reports from game wardens and local anglers say the Alabama rig remains the MVP, especially for bigger fish schooled up on shad around structure. Don’t sleep on jigs, medium-diving crankbaits, spinnerbaits, and plastics around rocky points, shallow brush, and shaded shorelines. Early morning and late evening have produced solid numbers, with largemouth regularly hitting the 3 to 5 pound mark and smallmouth going over 18 inches. Spotted bass are mixed in and chasing bait aggressively near the surface.

Crappie action is fair but improving as clarity comes back. Black and white crappie are biting on hair jigs, tube jigs, and small live minnows—focus on working brush piles, docks, and deeper main lake spots for best results. Most slabs have been in the 10- to 12-inch range, with a few bigger fish coming out of deeper brush.

Catfish are steady, especially blues and channels. Chicken liver, cut shad, and stinkbait fished in channels and deeper holes near creek mouths are getting hit. Some flatheads are starting to show up as well, particularly on live bait and fresh cut bait.

Hotspots worth your time today: Snake Creek’s deeper brush piles are holding bass and crappie, and the area around Cookson Bend is loaded up with active fish along the flooded timber and steep drops.

No tidal swings to worry about on Tenkiller, just keep an eye on drifting debris with the water still high in places. For lures: stick with Alabama rigs, spinnerbaits, and jigs for bass; hair jigs and minnows for crappie; and chicken liver or cut bait for catfish.

That’s your Lake Tenkiller report for Saturday, May 31. Thanks for tuning in and don’t forget to subscribe for your next update. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your Friday, May 30th fishing report for Lake Tenkiller and surrounding waters.

We’re rolling into the weekend with Lake Tenkiller sitting about one foot above normal, water temps holding steady at a comfortable 72 degrees, and those classic Ozark highland waters showing some stain but clearing up in the pockets. Sunrise hit us at 6:12 AM and you’ve got daylight until about 8:32 PM, so there’s plenty of time to get out on the water. Weather’s looking prime today—partly cloudy skies, light winds, and the barometer steady. That’s a recipe for active fish.

Bass fishing is truly booming right now. Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are all feeding up across brush structure, creek channels, rocky points, and shorelines. Alabama rigs are leading the charge, but don’t overlook crankbaits, jigs, plastics, and spinnerbaits. Folks have had good luck slow-rolling spinnerbaits along deeper points and bumping jigs through submerged brush. There’s been solid action early and late in the day, with the hottest bite around first light and again before sunset. According to Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation reports and local game wardens, the bass bite has been consistent all week, with plenty of keepers and even a few nice smallmouth mixed in.

Crappie fishing is fair but picking up. Both black and white crappie are hanging close to brush and docks, and they’re still partial to hair jigs, minnows, and tube jigs worked slowly around structure. The bite’s a bit finicky mid-day, but if you hit the shady sides of docks or deeper brush piles, you’ll find fish. Main-lake brush piles and the area just off the Snake Creek boat ramp have been producing.

As for catfish, channel, blue, and flathead cats are fair on chicken liver, cut shad, and stinkbait around channels and lower creek arms. Night fishing has been productive for bigger blues, especially near the dam and the main river channel bends.

If you’re looking for hot spots, try the bluffs around Cookson Bend for mixed-bag bass action, or swing by the mouth of Standing Rock Creek for crappie and catfish. The deep holes along the lower end near the dam have been giving up some solid flatheads after dark.

Best baits right now: Alabama rigs, spinnerbaits, and jigs for bass; hair jigs and minnows for crappie; chicken liver and cut bait for catfish. Remember, keep an eye out for floating debris from spring rains—always boat safe and smart.

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This is Artificial Lure bringing you your fresh fishing report for Lake Tenkiller, Oklahoma, on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

After a stretch of rain earlier in the month, the lake level has settled and is running about 1 to 2 feet above normal. Water temperature is steady at 72 degrees and stained, so visibility isn’t the clearest but that’s not slowing down the bite. Our current conditions mean the fish are staying active and on the feed[1][2][3].

Weather today is mild, with light winds out of the south and highs expected in the mid 70s. There’s patchy cloud cover this morning, but it should clear toward midday. Sunrise was at 6:07 AM and sunset will be at 8:34 PM, offering plenty of time to get on the water and chase a limit.

There’s no tidal influence on Lake Tenkiller, so focus on the usual structures and cover. The brush piles, main lake points, and creek channels are holding fish, especially with the slightly elevated water[2][3].

Bass are the headline right now. Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotty bass are all biting well. The best action has come on Alabama rigs, spinnerbaits, jigs, and medium-diving crankbaits, especially around brush structure, rocky points, and shoreline cover. Early mornings and late evenings around shady banks have produced some nice ones, including several reports of chunky largemouths in the 3 to 5 pound range and smallmouths pushing 18 inches. Spotted bass are mixed in, and all are schooling up on shad[2][4].

Crappie are fair, but the bite’s up and down. Folks working brush piles and docks with hair jigs, small tubes, and minnows are still pulling in slabs, though it is more hit and miss as the spawn has wrapped up. Most crappie are running 10 to 12 inches[2][3][4].

Catfish are picking up with the warm water. Blues, channels, and even the occasional flathead have been caught using cut shad, chicken liver, and stinkbait in the creek channels and along the main river channel drop-offs. There have been a handful of 10 to 15 pound blue cats caught this week by folks drifting with fresh bait[2][3].

Best lures right now for bass are Alabama rigs, chartreuse or shad-colored crankbaits, black or blue jigs, and white spinnerbaits. Live minnows are still the ticket for crappie. For cats, try fresh cut bait or chicken liver on slip rigs.

Two hot spots to focus on today are the Snake Creek area, especially the brush piles right off the channel, and the bluffs near Burnt Cabin—both are producing good numbers of bass and crappie lately.

That’s your Lake Tenkiller rundown for May 28, 2025. Tight lines and good luck out there!

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Tenkiller fishing report for Monday, May 26, 2025.

The lake's currently sitting about 2 feet above normal level and has stabilized nicely after those early May rains. Water temp has climbed to around 72 degrees, and while we're still seeing some stained water in spots, the fish don't seem to mind one bit.

Weather today is shaping up to be mighty fine with highs expected in the upper 70s and a gentle south breeze. Sunrise was at 6:11 AM this morning, and we'll have daylight until sunset at 8:31 PM, giving y'all plenty of time on the water. No tidal effect here on our inland lake, but fish activity peaks around dawn and dusk, especially with these stable conditions.

Bass fishing has been straight-up fantastic lately! Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are all hitting well. I've been having the best luck with Alabama rigs, crankbaits in shad patterns, jigs worked along structure, plastic worms, and spinnerbaits. Focus your casting around brush piles, creek mouths, rocky points, and along the riprap and docks.

The white bass bite has been excellent too! They're schooling and chasing shad, so small lures and Alabama rigs have been producing limits for many anglers.

Crappie fishing remains good around creek channels, docks, and shorelines. Jigs, tube jigs, and live minnows are your best bet for these tasty panfish.

Catfish action is strong right now with blues and channels taking cut bait, hot dogs, fresh shad, and nightcrawlers. Try fishing the creek channels, river channel, and shorelines for best results.

Word of caution: there's still some scattered debris from recent rainfall, so keep your eyes peeled, especially if you're running up the channels or near the banks.

Hot spots this week include the Snake Creek and Chicken Creek arms for bass, with several folks landing 2 to 4 pounders. Some nice smallmouth have been showing up on main lake points near Blackgum Landing. If you're after crappie, try the docks at Strayhorn Landing or Cookson Bend.

Remember, the lake's slightly high, so some usual structure might be a bit deeper than you're used to. Adjust accordingly and you'll be filling your livewell in no time.

This is Artificial Lure signing off – tight lines, y'all, and I'll catch you on the water!

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Tenkiller fishing report for Sunday, May 25, 2025.

The lake is looking mighty fine this morning! Lake level has stabilized nicely at about 1 foot above normal, holding steady since my last report yesterday. Water temperature is sitting at a comfortable 72 degrees with some staining still present but visibility improving every day.

Sunrise was at 6:12 AM and we're looking at sunset around 8:32 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to get your lines wet. Weather's shaping up to be a beaut today with light winds and partly cloudy skies - perfect fishing conditions!

Bass fishing has been nothing short of fantastic this past week! Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are all hitting strong around channels, docks, points, and shorelines. The Alabama rig has been producing consistently, but don't overlook your crankbaits, jigs, plastic baits, and spinnerbaits. Those bass are responding well to all of 'em right now.

Crappie action has been fair, with both black and white crappie taking hair jigs, minnows, and tube jigs. Your best bet is working brush structure, docks, and main lake areas. They've been a bit finicky, but patience will pay off.

Catfish - whether you're after blue, channel, or flathead - have been fair to good on chicken liver, cut bait, shad, and stinkbait. Focus on channels and creek channels for your best results. Some locals have been having luck with hot dogs too, believe it or not!

For hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the north end creek channels where some nice structure has been holding bass. The docks around Sixshooter and Chicken Creek have been producing some decent crappie. For you catfish enthusiasts, the river channel near the dam has been consistent.

Just a friendly reminder - while debris from earlier rainfall has decreased significantly, there are still some scattered spots with floating debris, so keep your eyes peeled when running your boat.

Y'all get out there and enjoy some time on the water! This is prime fishing season, and the bite is strong. Remember to stay hydrated in this warming weather, and as always, tight lines to you!

This is Artificial Lure signing off until tomorrow's report. Good luck and happy fishing!

Artificial Lure here with your Saturday, May 24, 2025, Lake Tenkiller fishing report, bringing you the scoop as only a local angler can.

The lake is sitting just above normal level and has stabilized after early month rains. Water temp has warmed up to around 72 degrees, and while clarity is stained in spots, fish are active all over. There’s still some scattered debris from past rains, so keep an eye out especially if you’re running a boat up the channels or near the banks.

Weather today is looking mild, with highs topping out in the upper 70s and a gentle breeze out of the south. Sunrise was at 6:12 AM, and sunset will hit at 8:30 PM, giving us a long window for prime fishing. No tidal effect here, but fish will be active around dawn and dusk, especially with the stable weather and rising water temps.

Bass action has been strong lately. Largemouth, smallmouth, and spots are all being caught in good numbers. The bite has been best on Alabama rigs, crankbaits, jigs, plastics, and spinnerbaits. Focus your efforts around brush, creek mouths, rocky points, and along the riprap and docks. Fish are staging both shallow early and moving to deeper structure as the sun rises. Reports this week had several folks pulling 2 to 4 pounders around Snake Creek and Chicken Creek arms, with some nice smallies showing up on the main lake points near Blackgum Landing.

Crappie are fair but moving deeper as the water warms. Small jigs, hair jigs, tube baits, and live minnows are all catching fish, especially around docks, submerged brush, and the main lake bluff walls. Try fishing 8 to 15 feet down early and a bit deeper as the day heats up.

The catfish bite is picking up too. Blue and channel cats are fair on stinkbait, cut shad, chicken liver, and even hot dogs. Creek and river channels are the go-to spots, with night anglers doing well just above the Highway 82 bridge and in the mouth of Standing Rock Creek.

If you’re after a mixed bag, now’s the time. Tenkiller always holds some surprise catches this time of year. Remember to watch for floating timber and debris, especially at the north end and in pockets along the bluffs.

Best lures right now are bright or natural patterned crankbaits, green pumpkin or black-blue soft plastics, and chartreuse or white spinnerbaits. For bait, fresh cut shad and worms are tough to beat for catfish, and local minnows will keep crappie rods busy.

Hot spots to try today are Snake Creek for bass and crappie, and the creek channel bends near Chicken Creek for catfish.

Tight lines from your buddy Artificial Lure. See you on the water and stay safe out there.

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Tenkiller fishing report for Friday, May 23, 2025.

The lake is currently sitting about 1 foot above normal level and stable, with water temperatures around 72-74 degrees this morning. We've had some beautiful conditions lately, perfect for getting out on the water. The water's still a bit stained but clearing up nicely from earlier in the month.

Bass fishing has been fire this week! Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are all hitting good around brush structure, creek channels, points, and shorelines. Your best bet is working Alabama rigs, crankbaits, jigs, plastic baits, and spinnerbaits. I've heard several reports of 3-4 pounders being caught, especially in the early mornings and late evenings.

Crappie action is fair right now. They're hanging around brush structure, docks, and in the main lake. Folks are having success with hair jigs, minnows, small lures, and tube jigs. Numbers aren't overwhelming but the ones being caught are good size.

Catfish are biting well too. Blue, channel, and flathead cats are fair to good on chicken liver, cut bait, shad, and stinkbait. Focus your efforts around channels and creek channels. I talked to a guy yesterday who pulled in a 15-pound blue cat using cut shad near the river channel.

For you hot spot recommendations, I'd suggest trying the area around Chicken Creek early in the morning for bass. The points near Sixshooter Creek are producing nice catches as well. For crappie, the docks around Cookson Bend have been consistent producers.

The debris fields from earlier rains have mostly cleared up, but still keep an eye out when running your boat at speed, especially in coves and backwaters.

If you're planning to be out all day, bring plenty of water and sunscreen. Temperatures are expected to hit the mid-80s today with light winds from the southwest at 5-10 mph.

Sunrise this morning was around 6:05, and sunset will be about 8:35 tonight, giving you plenty of daylight hours to get after 'em.

Remember folks, the fish are biting, but you can't catch 'em from the couch! Get out there, be safe, and tight lines to all of you. This is Artificial Lure, signing off until tomorrow's report.