This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Tenkiller fishing report for Monday, May 12, 2025.

We’ve had a wet spring and Lake Tenkiller is currently sitting about four feet above normal elevation. The water remains stained from recent rains, so expect limited visibility and scattered debris fields across the lake. Boaters should use extra caution and keep an eye out for floating logs and brush piles.

The water temperature has been holding steady at around 63 to 64 degrees. That’s prime time for active fish, and the bite has been strong the past few days. Sunrise today was at 6:17 AM and sunset will be at 8:22 PM, giving you plenty of daylight for long outings.

Bass fishing has been excellent, with largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass all hitting well on crankbaits, jigs, plastic baits, and spinnerbaits. Target those channels, docks, points, and rocky shorelines. Early mornings and evenings have been best, especially working buzzbaits and topwater lures near brush and rocks. Anglers report plenty of solid fish, with several three- to four-pounders landed in the lower end and mid-lake points[2][5][4].

Catfish are hungry and biting good on cut bait, shad, hot dogs, and worms. Blue and channel cats are being caught in good numbers around creek and river channels, river mouths, and along shallow shorelines. If you are after bigger fish, try live shad or goldfish on slip rigs—nighttime under the bridges has been productive[2][5][4].

Crappie are showing up in nice slabs, especially around docks, brush piles, and creek channels. Best results have been with jigs, tube jigs, and minnows. Early in the day, work those docks and shaded banks, and don’t be surprised with a few bonus bluegill or sunfish mixed in[2][5][4].

If you are chasing white bass or hybrids, focus on the dam and main lake points using crankbaits, sassy shad, and jigs. The bite is fair but should improve with better water clarity later this week[5].

A couple of current hot spots are Snake Creek for bass and catfish, and the area below the dam for good mixed bag action—especially if you like tossing jigs for crappie or drifting bait for catfish.

Top lures this week: white or chartreuse spinnerbaits and crankbaits for bass, 1/8 to 1/4 ounce jigs for crappie, and cut shad or chicken liver for cats.

With scattered rain in the forecast, conditions may change quickly, but overall, fish are active and hungry. Good luck and tight lines from Artificial Lure—see y’all on the water[2][5][4].

Hey there, it's Artificial Lure coming at you with the Lake Tenkiller fishing report for Sunday, May 11, 2025.

The lake's still sitting about 4 feet above normal level, which hasn't changed much from earlier this week. Water temp is holding steady around 63 degrees with that stained water we've been dealing with since all that rainfall we had.

Sun's coming up right about now and we'll see it set around 8:30 tonight, giving y'all plenty of daylight hours to get out there and wet a line.

Now for what you really want to know - the fishing's been real good lately! Bass fishing has been downright excellent with largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass all biting well. Folks have been having success with crankbaits, jigs, plastic baits, and spinnerbaits. Your best spots have been around the channels, docks, points, and shorelines.

The catfish bite has been strong too. Blue cats and channel cats are taking cut bait, hot dogs (yes, hot dogs!), shad, and good ol' nightcrawlers. Look for them around creek channels, the main river channel, and along shorelines.

Crappie fishing's been productive as well. They're hitting jigs, tube jigs, and worms. Check around creek channels, docks, and shorelines for the best action.

Word to the wise - there's still a fair bit of debris floating around the lake from all that rain we had. Those debris fields are scattered all over, so keep your eyes peeled when you're running your boat.

For hot spots, I'd recommend trying Snake Creek area where the points have been producing some nice bass, or head over to Chicken Creek where folks have been pulling in good numbers of crappie around the docks. For catfish, the old river channel near Sixshooter Creek has been hard to beat.

Since we've had stable weather the past few days, fishing patterns should hold steady. With that water being stained, go with those louder, more vibrant colored lures - chartreuse, firetiger, and white have been working well.

Remember to bring plenty of water and sunscreen as we're expecting temps to climb up into the mid-80s today.

That's the report for today, May 11th. This is Artificial Lure saying tight lines and bent rods to all you anglers out there on Tenkiller!

Hey there, fellow anglers! This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Tenkiller fishing report for Saturday, May 10, 2025.

The lake is currently sitting at about 4 feet above normal level but holding stable. Water temperature is around 63°F with stained conditions from our recent rainfall. Sunrise today was at 6:22 AM and sunset will be at 8:17 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to get out on the water.

Bass fishing has been nothing short of dynamite this week! Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are all hitting good on crankbaits, jigs, plastic baits, and spinnerbaits. Look for them around channels, docks, points, and shorelines. I've been having particular success working the points with a deep-diving crankbait in the morning hours.

Catfish action is staying strong too. Blue and channel cats are biting good on cut bait, hot dogs, shad, and worms. Focus your efforts around creek channels, the river channel, and shorelines. I talked to a fella yesterday who limited out using chicken liver near the river channel.

Crappie fishing is heating up nicely. They're hitting good on jigs, tube jigs, and worms. Your best bet is to work around creek channels, docks, and shorelines. I've seen some real slabs coming in from folks fishing around the docks on the north end.

Word of caution for all you boaters - there's still a fair amount of debris scattered throughout the lake from our recent rains. Keep your eyes peeled and take it slow, especially in those coves and inlets where stuff tends to collect.

For you hot spot hunters, I'd recommend trying the points around Sixshooter Creek early morning for bass. The docks near Cookson Bend have been producing some nice crappie. And if you're after those cats, the creek channel near Caney Creek is where I'd drop my lines.

The weekend forecast is looking mighty fine with temps in the mid-70s and only a slight chance of afternoon showers on Sunday. Winds should stay under 10 mph, making for some pleasant conditions on the water.

Remember, folks, the fish are biting, but you can't catch 'em from your couch. So grab your tackle, head on out to beautiful Lake Tenkiller, and make some memories. This is Artificial Lure signing off until next time. Tight lines, everyone!

Hey there, anglers! This is Artificial Lure bringing you the Lake Tenkiller fishing report for Friday, May 9, 2025.

The lake is currently sitting at about 4 feet above normal level but has stabilized nicely. Water temperature is holding steady around 63°F with some staining from our recent rainfall. There's still scattered debris throughout the lake from those rains, so boaters should use caution when navigating.

The fishing has been absolutely fantastic this week! Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are hitting aggressively around channels, docks, points, and shorelines. They've been taking crankbaits, jigs, plastic baits, and spinnerbaits with gusto. If you're after the bass, I'd recommend working the points early morning with crankbaits, then switching to jigs around the docks as the day progresses.

Crappie fishing has been good too. Both black and white crappie are active around creek channels, docks, and shorelines. They're striking tube jigs and small worms. I talked to a couple of locals yesterday who limited out using tube jigs around the docks on the north end.

The catfish bite has been steady as well. Blue and channel cats are hitting cut bait, hot dogs, shad, and worms. Look for them around creek channels, the main river channel, and shorelines. Some folks have been having great luck with stinkbait around the inlet and main lake points.

For those targeting white bass, they're hitting crankbaits, jigs, and minnows around the creek channels, rocks, and shorelines.

As for hot spots, I've been hearing consistent reports from the creek channels on the southeast side of the lake, particularly for crappie and white bass. The northern docks have been productive for both bass and crappie. The main points near the dam have been yielding some nice catches of largemouth.

Weather for today looks to be typical Oklahoma spring – partly cloudy with temperatures heading toward the mid-70s. Light winds from the southwest should make for comfortable fishing conditions.

Sun came up around 6:15 this morning and will set about 8:20 tonight, giving us a nice long day on the water.

If you're heading out, make sure to pack a variety of lures. Crankbaits in shad patterns, tube jigs in white or chartreuse, and some plastic worms in green pumpkin or junebug colors should cover your bases. Don't forget some cut shad or hot dogs if you're going after those cats!

That's the report for today, folks. Good luck and tight lines out there on beautiful Lake Tenkiller!

Hey there, anglers! This is Artificial Lure bringing you the Lake Tenkiller fishing report for this beautiful Wednesday, May 7, 2025.

The sun rose at about 6:19 AM this morning and will set around 8:16 PM, giving you plenty of time to wet your lines. Weather's looking mighty fine today - temperatures starting in the mid-50s and climbing into the mid-70s by afternoon with light breezes. As for water conditions, Tenkiller is sitting about 4 feet above normal but stable, with water temps around 63-65 degrees and slightly stained.

Folks, the fishing has been absolutely on fire these past few days! Largemouth and smallmouth bass are hitting hard on rocky points, secondary coves, and around brush piles. Your best bet has been crankbaits and jigs in shad or craw patterns, with Texas-rigged soft plastics also producing nice catches. Early morning anglers are cleaning up with white or chartreuse spinnerbaits as those bass push shallow to chase baitfish.

Crappie fishing remains top-notch, especially around submerged timber and docks in 10-15 foot depths. Minnows are working well, but if you're into artificial lures, small tube jigs in chartreuse or pink have been the ticket. Most crappie are running 10-14 inches, but some slabs over that have been reported.

The catfish bite has been strong too. Both blue and channel cats are taking cut bait, hot dogs, and shad around creek channels, the river channel, and along shorelines.

For you hotspot seekers, I'd recommend checking out Sixshooter Creek and the area around Strayhorn Landing - both have been producing consistent catches. The rocky points near Standing Rock have also been yielding some hefty smallmouth.

One word of caution - there's still some debris floating around from recent rainfall, so boat with care. The debris fields are scattered throughout the lake, so keep your eyes peeled while you're running.

All in all, we're looking at classic Oklahoma spring fishing conditions with the bite really turned on. This is prime time, folks, so get out there and enjoy it while it lasts! This is Artificial Lure signing off - tight lines to ya, and I'll see you on the water!

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Tenkiller fishing report for Monday, May 5, 2025.

Let me tell y'all, fishing is absolutely on fire right now at Tenkiller! The lake's currently sitting at about 4 feet above normal level, but it's holding steady. Water temperature is right at that sweet spot - 63 degrees, with a bit of stain to it - perfect conditions for this time of year[1][4].

The bass bite has been downright incredible lately! Both largemouth and smallmouth are hitting strong. Folks have been having the best luck working rocky points and secondary coves[2]. If you're after bass, I'd recommend trying crankbaits and jigs - they've been producing some real nice catches in the last few days[2].

Crappie fishing has also picked up considerably as we've gotten into this classic Oklahoma spring pattern. They're holding around brush structures, and minnows or small jigs have been the ticket[3]. The white bass are active too, with some good reports coming in from anglers using shads[2].

For you catfish enthusiasts, both blues and channels have been biting well. Fresh cut bait has been working wonders for those bigger cats[3].

Now for some local intel on hot spots: Try the rocky points on the south end of the lake early in the morning - that's where I've seen folks pulling in those bigger smallmouth. For crappie, check out the standing timber near Sixshooter Creek and Caney Creek areas. The submerged brush piles there have been holding some real slabs!

Weather-wise, we're looking at that perfect early May pattern - mild mornings warming into pleasant afternoons. Sunrise was around 6:20 this morning, and we'll have good fishing light until sunset around 8:15 tonight.

One last tip from your buddy Artificial Lure: Don't forget to work those secondary coves as the day warms up. The fish have been moving back into those areas as the sun gets higher.

Y'all be safe out there, wear your life jackets, and don't forget to snap a photo of that monster bass before you release it! Tight lines, friends, and I'll see you on the water!

This is Artificial Lure signing off until tomorrow's report. Remember, the worst day fishing Tenkiller still beats the best day working!

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Tenkiller fishing report for Sunday, May 4, 2025.

We are looking at classic Oklahoma spring conditions today with the bite really turning on. Sunrise was right around 6:22 AM and sunset will be close to 8:15 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to work the water. It is mild and stable weather right now—cool mid-50s at dawn warming up into the 70s by late morning, and barely a breeze to speak of. Since Lake Tenkiller is an inland reservoir, there is no real tide report needed, just pay attention to the dropping water levels over the past couple days.

Fishing has been on fire across the board. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are biting strong. Top catches have been coming from rocky points, secondary coves, and brush piles. Crankbaits and jigs in shad or craw patterns are working well, along with Texas-rigged soft plastics. In the early morning, bass are pushing shallow chasing baitfish so a white or chartreuse spinnerbait or shallow-diving crankbait is tough to beat.

Crappie are stacked up and active, especially around submerged timber and docks in 10-15 feet of water. Minnows and small tube jigs in chartreuse or pink got the nod, and dock shooters are pulling in some nice slabs. Most catches are in the 10-14 inch range, with a few bigger ones mixed in.

Catfish are moving up with the warming water. Good numbers of channels and a few blues have been caught along rocky banks and creek mouths. Cut shad, chicken liver, or punch bait will put fish on the stringer. Evenings are especially productive the last couple days.

White bass are running up the creeks and into the main river arms. Small swimbaits, inline spinners, and slab spoons are producing limits, especially early and late in the day around moving water.

For hot spots, try Snake Creek for crappie and bass, and the mouth of the Illinois River arm for big cats and sand bass. The bluffs near Carter’s Landing are also producing steady bass action, especially by late morning as fish move deeper.

With the bite this strong and the weather holding steady, it’s a great day to hit Tenkiller. Make sure to have a variety of crankbaits, jigs, and live bait handy. The fish are active, and the action should be steady all day. Good luck out there and tight lines!

Artificial Lure, signing off. See you on the water[1][3][5].

TENKILLER FISHING REPORT - May 3, 2025

Howdy there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Saturday morning fishing update from beautiful Lake Tenkiller.

The sun peeked over the horizon at about 6:30 this morning, and we're looking at a sunset around 8:15 tonight, giving y'all a full day on the water. Weather's shaping up real nice today—partly cloudy skies with temperatures climbing to the mid-70s. We've got a gentle breeze from the southeast at 5-10 mph, making for some perfect casting conditions.

The lake level has been dropping steadily since last week. Currently sitting about 3 feet above normal, which means some of them brush piles that were too deep last month are now in the sweet spot. Water's a touch murky with temperatures hovering around 65°F—just right for some serious spring action.

Bass fishing has been downright excellent lately! Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are all active and hungry. The largemouths are hanging off points and along brushy shorelines, while smallmouths are patrolling the rocky areas in the bottom two-thirds of the lake. Folks have been pulling in consistent catches in the 2-5 pound range.

Your best bet for bass right now is crankbaits, jigs, plastic baits, and spinnerbaits. Them crawfish-colored crankbaits are working wonders around rocky points, and Alabama rigs are producing near submerged structures. If you're after smallmouth, try them translucent shad-colored lures.

Crappie fishing is fair to good with both black and white varieties biting. They're holding tight to brush structure, docks, and main lake areas. Hair jigs, regular jigs, and minnows are your ticket to success here. Many anglers are limiting out in just a few hours over at Sixshooter Creek and Petit Bay.

Catfish action is strong too—blues, channels, and flatheads are all biting well on chicken liver, cut bait, shad, and stinkbait. Focus on channels, creek channels, and the river channel for your best chances.

For hot spots, I'd recommend trying your luck at Sixshooter Creek early morning for them crappie. Later in the day, head over to the brushy shorelines near the dam for some quality bass action. If you're a catfish enthusiast, the deeper channel areas near the river inflow won't disappoint.

Remember, folks, spring fishing in Oklahoma don't get much better than this. The pre-spawn action is heating up, so get out there while the getting's good!

Until next time, this is Artificial Lure saying tight lines and full stringers to ya!

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Tenkiller fishing report for Friday, May 2nd, 2025.

The sun rose at about 6:30 this morning and will set around 8:00 PM, giving y'all plenty of time on the water today. Weather's looking mighty fine with temperatures expected to reach the low 70s – just perfect for a day of fishing!

Lake Tenkiller's water level is currently normal and stable, with water temperatures warming up to around 64-65°F with good clarity. We don't have tides on our beautiful Oklahoma lake, but water flow is steady and predictable right now.

Let me tell you, the fishing has been downright fantastic lately! Bass fishing continues to be good to excellent, with largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass all active. The largemouths are hanging off points and along brushy shorelines, while smallmouth and spots are hitting around rocky structure. Folks have been hauling in bass in the 2-5 pound range pretty consistently.

For bass, your best bet is crankbaits, plastic baits, jigs, and spinnerbaits. Those Alabama rigs with crawfish-colored crankbaits have been absolutely slaying around rocky points. Some anglers are also reporting success burning spinnerbaits fast along wind-swept points.

Crappie fishing remains fair to good, with schools holding tight to brush structure, docks, and the main lake in 15-25 feet of water. If you're after these tasty panfish, tie on some hair jigs, regular jigs or bring along minnows. Chartreuse and white colors have been producing the best results. Sixshooter Creek and Petit Bay have been particularly hot spots for crappie, with many anglers limiting out in just a few hours.

Catfish action is strong right now too! Blues, channels, and flatheads are all biting well on chicken liver, cut bait, shad, and stinkbait. Look for them around channels, creek channels, and the river channel.

If I were heading out today, I'd make sure to hit the brush structures along the shorelines early morning for bass, then move to deeper points as the day progresses. Sixshooter Creek remains a local favorite, but don't overlook the areas around Strayhorn Landing and Snake Creek for some excellent action too.

Remember, the fish are in that pre-summer pattern now, so be ready to adjust your depth throughout the day as they move with changing temperatures.

Good luck out there today, and as we say 'round here, "Keep your line tight and your stories tighter!"

Artificial Lure reporting in for Lake Tenkiller, Oklahoma, Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

Today’s sunrise came at 6:45 AM, and sunset will be around 7:45 PM, giving us a long day to chase some fish. Weather’s treating us well with partly cloudy skies, highs expected near 68 degrees, and a light southeast breeze at 5-10 mph. Water temps are bouncing around 56 to 62 degrees, perfect for pre-spawn and active feeding. The lake level has been running above normal in recent weeks, and the water is a bit stained to murky, especially up in the creek arms.

Bass fishing has been fair to good. Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are all active. Largemouths are hanging off points and along the brushy shorelines, while smallmouths are favoring the clearer water down by the dam and lower lake. Most fish are hitting in 8 to 12 feet of water. Your best bet is medium-diving crankbaits in shad or craw colors, soft plastics, and spinnerbaits around rocky points and submerged wood. A few nice smallmouths in the three-pound range were reported caught on translucent shad-colored crankbaits this week near Snake Creek and Chicken Creek.

Crappie are fair around the brush piles and docks in the main lake. Black and white crappie are both showing up, mostly hitting small hair jigs, tube jigs, and minnows. The bite’s been best early and late or during overcast patches. Look for fish around 10 feet deep on brush and standing timber. Main lake docks near Cookson and the Fisherman’s Point area have been productive.

Catfish are doing well, especially blue and channel cats. Try cut shad or dough bait in the coves and creek channels. Look for bites to pick up as the water warms through the day. Flatheads are starting to move but should pick up as we move into May.

White bass are fair on Alabama rigs and small jigs in the river channel and creek mouths. The river mouth by the dam and up the Illinois arm have produced some nice stringers.

Top baits this week: Medium crankbaits (shad or craw), spinnerbaits, plastic worms, hair jigs, and live minnows. For catfish, stick with cut shad or dough baits.

Two hotspots worth your time today are Chicken Creek for mixed bass and crappie action, and Snake Creek for smallmouth and some catfish on the flats.

No tidal activity on Lake Tenkiller, as she’s a reservoir. Water clarity changes a lot with recent rains and wind, so look for stained water in the coves and clearer water towards the dam.

That’s your report from Lake Tenkiller. Good luck and tight lines out there!