Oologah Lake is a large Verdigris River reservoir in northeast Oklahoma. ODWC's recent survey lists a maximum depth of 72.2 feet and shows a fishery that is managed for far more than just bass.
A mixed fishery
ODWC regularly stocks hybrid striped bass and walleye at Oologah. Bass, crappie, catfish, white bass, and several sunfish species add even more options.
The paddlefish story
Paddlefish were restored to Oologah through stocking, and ODWC now reports natural reproduction in the population. That makes this lake especially interesting from a fisheries-management standpoint.
How I would fish a first day
I would decide whether I wanted to chase bass, crappie, catfish, or one of the stocked open-water species before doing anything else. Oologah is too large to fish efficiently without narrowing the goal.
Oologah Lake FAQs
What river is Oologah built on?
The reservoir impounds the Verdigris River.
What is the deepest point at Oologah?
ODWC's recent survey lists about 72.2 feet as the maximum.
Why are walleye and hybrid striped bass common management targets?
ODWC uses regular stockings to support both fisheries.
Are paddlefish reproducing naturally at Oologah now?
ODWC reports evidence that the restored population is producing fish naturally.
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