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Uncover the wonders of Oklahoma’s ponds,
lakes, and rivers through the Oklahoma Department
of Wildlife Conservation’s Fishing Resources
online. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a
beginner, our user-friendly platform offers insights
into everything from fishing hotspots to the latest
trends and techniques.
With more than 200 lakes, including the bass-
filled waters of Lake Eufaula, to a multitude of rivers
and streams, like the cool flowing Lower Illinois River,
Oklahoma offers many diverse fishing experiences.
The ODWC website can help you navigate to and
through the amazing lakes across the state while
giving details into some of the best sport and recre-
ational fishing there is. Another popular online tool
is the Global Information System (GIS) fish attractor
locator, which can help lead any angler to success.
With Oklahoma having a number of different fish
species, fish identification can often be difficult. But
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with the help of the ODWC Fishing Resources sec-
tion, fish ID can be made easier, which is vital to reg-
ulations (also found in the helpful resources section).
And what about bait and tackle? We share infor-
mation about the various types of bait and tackle
that experts have found work best. This knowledge
can be found under the “Fishing Tips” portion of the
Fishing Resources section, along with fishing advice
organized to skill level, and how-to videos. There are
even great tips on cleaning and cooking your catch.

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