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Central
Loop
Don’t let the urban landscape of central Oklaho-
ma deter you from exploring the excellent fishing
opportunities found in and around Oklahoma City.
From large lakes right in the middle of the city to
tiny lakes off the beaten path, the Central Loop of-
fers excellent largemouth bass, catfish, saugeye and
crappie fishing.
LAKE THUNDERBIRD
ANdreA CreWS
What to catch: Largemouth bass, catfish and saugeye
Where to gear up: Calypso Cove Marina, Little
River Marina
Where to stay: Norman’s hotels or B&B, campsites
at Lake Thunderbird State Park
Where to eat: Ted’s Cafe Escondido, Hideaway
Pizza, Victoria’s Pasta Shop, Das Boot Camp
Fun stuff: Riverwind Casino, Sam Noble Oklahoma
Museum of Natural History, Fred Jones Jr.
Museum of Art
DAHLGREN LAKE SKYLAr ST.YveS
What to catch: Largemouth Bass
Where to stay: Sage Cottage at Oaklore Forest
Where to eat: Jo’s Famous Pizza, Sonny’s Cafe,
Bravo’s Mexican Grill
Fun stuff: Canadian River Vineyards & Winery,
Spider VW Bug
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