Lake Tenkiller's Winter Fishing Report for January 2025

Hey there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on the fishing scene at Lake Tenkiller in Oklahoma as of January 31, 2025. First off, let's talk about the weather. We're in the midst of winter, but the conditions are still pretty favorable for a day on the water. Expect partly cloudy skies with highs in the mid-50s and lows in the mid-30s. Sunrise is around 7:30 AM, and sunset will be about 5:00 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to cast your lines. Now, since Lake Tenkiller is a controlled impoundment and not a tidal lake, you don't have to worry about tidal fluctuations. However, there can be some minor changes in lake levels, but these don't typically affect the fishing conditions much. The water temperature is currently around 40°F, and the clarity is clear, which is ideal for targeting bass and crappie. Recently, anglers have reported good activity for several species. Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass have been biting well on crankbaits, jerk baits, and plastic baits around creek channels, docks, and main lake points. Crappie are active on hair jigs, minnows, and tube jigs near brush structure, docks, and the main lake. Blue and channel catfish are also biting on chicken liver, cut bait, and shad around channels and the main lake. For bass, your best bets are crankbaits, in-line spinnerbaits, jerk baits, and plastic baits. Crappie are best caught with jigs, minnows, and hair jigs, especially in depths of 17-26 feet around brush structure and docks. If you're after catfish, chicken liver, cut bait, and shad are your go-to baits. If you're targeting smallmouth bass, head up the river or down to the islands near the dam. Look for isolated rock boulders, rock banks, and other rocky structures. For crappie, focus on brush piles in 15-25 feet of water and around docks. The areas around Caney Creek up to Carter’s Landing and the Horseshoe Bend area are also prime spots. In summary, Lake Tenkiller is offering some great fishing opportunities this winter. With its clear and deep waters, it's a gem in the Ozark highlands that you won't want to miss. So pack your tackle box and enjoy the day on the water. Happy fishing, and tight lines This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.