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  • Tenkiller Tackle: Topwaters, Crankbaits, and Channel Cats for Summer Bite

    Tenkiller Tackle: Topwaters, Crankbaits, and Channel Cats for Summer Bite
    Jun 22 2025
    Artificial Lure reporting in with your June 22, 2025 Lake Tenkiller fishing report, aimed at getting you on the bite fast and safe here in the heart of Cherokee County.

    Today’s conditions are classic Oklahoma summer. We’ve got sunrise at 6:04 AM and sunset rolling in at 8:34 PM—plenty of daylight to work those banks and points. The weather is holding steady: expect partly cloudy skies, muggy air, and high temps pushing up into the mid-to-upper 80s. Winds are out of the southeast at 8 to 12 mph, and after recent rains, Tenkiller’s sitting about 2 feet above normal, with water temperatures climbing to 77 degrees and a healthy stain across much of the lake. Be alert for floating debris, especially around main creek arms and ramps, as reported by both recent visitors and the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation.

    Fish activity is strong across the board, with summer patterns firmly in place. Early mornings and late evenings are producing the most action, so set your alarm and bring the topwaters.

    Bass fishing remains hot—largemouth, smallmouth, and spots are all getting active. Local reports and Omnia Fishing both mention success with medium-diving crankbaits, Ned rigs, and spinnerbaits around rocky main lake points, channel swings, and flooded brush. The best colors lately have been green pumpkin, shad, and classic black-blue for plastics, while white and chartreuse spinnerbaits are picking off fish along stained banks and flooded shoreline grass. The recent Bassmaster Elite event confirmed that Texas-rigged soft plastic craws, jigs, and vibrating jigs are dominating when pitching into brush and shallow cover, especially with the water up in the bushes. If you want to go deep, a football-head jig with a craw trailer in 20- to 30-foot pockets has been a tournament winner.

    Crappie are fair but catchable, holding tight to brush piles, docks, and standing timber. Small tube jigs and minnows are your best bet, especially around the dam and in the deeper ends of the main lake coves. Fish slow and be patient—most slabs are staging 10-15 feet down near cover in stained water.

    Catfishing is picking up with the warmer temps. Blue, channel, and flathead cats are coming in on chicken liver, cut shad, and stinkbaits. Try the deeper channel swings and below the dam, especially after dark or on overcast mornings.

    A couple of hot spots to try: the bluffy chunk rock banks near Cookson Bend have been producing smallmouth on crankbaits early, and the flooded brush near Snake Creek draws in largemouth with spinnerbaits and plastics. Don’t overlook the flats off Pettit Bay for numbers—schooling white bass and occasional hybrids have been working over shad schools there.

    Thanks for tuning in to this Lake Tenkiller fishing report brought to you by Artificial Lure. Don’t forget to subscribe for daily on-the-water updates and keep those lines tight. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.
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  • Tenkiller Fishing Report: Summer Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Bites

    Tenkiller Fishing Report: Summer Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Bites
    Jun 21 2025
    Artificial Lure here with your June 21st fishing report from Lake Tenkiller, Oklahoma. Folks, we’re rolling into the heart of summer and Tenkiller’s got plenty to offer for anglers ready to get after it.

    The lake’s holding a little above normal pool after the recent rains, but levels have stayed mostly steady over this past week. Water temps are running in the low 70s—about 72 degrees—especially off the main lake and in the shallower coves. Sunrise hit this morning at 6:04 AM and you’ll have good daylight until sunset at 8:34 PM, giving you a solid window to chase some bites. Expect partly cloudy skies today, highs pushing into the mid-80s, and a southeast breeze from 8 to 12 mph—perfect chop on the water for reaction baits.

    Let’s talk fish activity. The early bite continues to be the ticket, especially from first light until about 9 AM. Main lake points, rocky bluffs, and channel swing banks have been holding hungry smallmouth and largemouth. The 2025 Bassmaster Elite tournament this past week saw the pros go to work shallow, pitching Texas-rigged soft plastic craws and creature baits right into the flooded brush. Vibrating jigs and traditional jigs took a pile of keeper bass, and the best color has been green pumpkin or anything shad patterned, especially after that rain stain. Spinnerbaits and buzzbaits are catching fish early and late along the flooded shoreline grass and brush.

    Crappie have been fair, mostly scattered in deeper brush and around docks. Best bets are small tube jigs and minnows fished slow around brush piles off the main lake. Catfish are still going pretty good—channel cats and blues have been taking cut shad, chicken liver, and punch bait around creek channels and main lake flats. Not fast and furious, but enough for a solid fish fry if you put in some time.

    Recent catches reported by local anglers and guides include mixed bags, with several boats hauling in largemouth over three pounds, some healthy smallmouth, and plenty of eater-sized spotted bass. Catfish catches are mostly in the 2-6 pound range, with some bigger blues showing up in deeper holes.

    Hot spots this week: head up to Standing Rock for the smallmouth on windy points, or hit the flats near Cookson Bend early for a shot at quality largemouth buried up in the brush. The mouth of Caney Creek is another top pick—bass are chasing shad in the mornings and there’s less traffic than some other arms.

    For bait and tackle, bring your favorite Texas rigs, ½ oz bladed jigs, and double willow spinnerbaits. If they get finicky, downsize to Ned rigs or shaky heads in natural hues.

    That’s the scoop from Lake Tenkiller, where the Ozarks meet Oklahoma hospitality and the fish are biting if you put in the effort. Thanks for tuning in—make sure to subscribe for your daily dose of local fishing updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
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  • Lake Tenkiller Fishing Report June 21, 2025: Summer Pattern Heats Up with Bass, Crappie, and Cats

    Lake Tenkiller Fishing Report June 21, 2025: Summer Pattern Heats Up with Bass, Crappie, and Cats
    Jun 21 2025
    Artificial Lure here with your Lake Tenkiller, Oklahoma fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

    Sunrise hit at 6:05 AM with a light drape of mist hugging over the coves, and we’re looking at a sunset around 8:34 PM tonight. Skies are partly cloudy, temps topping out in the mid-80s, and we’re getting a steady southeast breeze at 10 mph—perfect conditions to keep both the fish and the anglers active. The lake’s elevation is currently a foot or two above normal, and water temperature is hanging around 72–73 degrees, meaning some stain in the coves but decent clarity on main points.

    Action’s been hot as the summer pattern settles in. Early morning is prime time, especially for bass—both largemouth and smallmouth are feeding heavy right at first light. Hit the main lake rocky points and flooded brush from 6 to 9 AM. According to the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, spinnerbaits, medium-diving crankbaits in shad or chartreuse, and bladed jigs are all putting fish in the boat. Power-fishing tactics are shining, with the recent Bassmaster Elite event confirming that Texas-rigged soft plastics, jigs, and vibrating jigs are catching quality bass shallow in flooded brush and wood cover. If there’s a bit of chop on the water, burn a spinnerbait along the edges.

    Crappie action is fair, with black and white crappie showing up around deeper brush piles and docks; small tube jigs and minnows are your best bet here. Channel and blue catfish are good right now, especially in the creek channels and along the main lake—try cut bait, chicken liver, or punch bait.

    Folks are reporting decent numbers of spotted bass mixed in, especially where gravel swings meet the main channel. Some white bass are still chasing schools of shad up the arms—a small chrome spoon or a white grub will get their attention if you find them schooling.

    Hot spots to try today include the stretch of rocky bluffs between Barnacle Bill’s and Cookson Bend, especially for bass in the early morning, and the brushy coves around Sizemore Landing for crappie and cats. If you’re after bigger bass, don’t overlook the deep brush piles off Chicken Creek, especially as the sun gets up.

    All in all, summer’s here and so is the action. Keep an eye out for floating debris near the ramps, and don’t forget to pack plenty of water.

    Thanks for tuning in to the Lake Tenkiller daily fishing report. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the bite. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.
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  • Lake Tenkiller Fishing Report June 21, 2025: Summer Pattern Heats Up with Bass, Crappie, and Cats

    Lake Tenkiller Fishing Report June 21, 2025: Summer Pattern Heats Up with Bass, Crappie, and Cats
    Jun 21 2025
    Artificial Lure here with your Lake Tenkiller, Oklahoma fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

    Sunrise hit at 6:05 AM with a light drape of mist hugging over the coves, and we’re looking at a sunset around 8:34 PM tonight. Skies are partly cloudy, temps topping out in the mid-80s, and we’re getting a steady southeast breeze at 10 mph—perfect conditions to keep both the fish and the anglers active. The lake’s elevation is currently a foot or two above normal, and water temperature is hanging around 72–73 degrees, meaning some stain in the coves but decent clarity on main points.

    Action’s been hot as the summer pattern settles in. Early morning is prime time, especially for bass—both largemouth and smallmouth are feeding heavy right at first light. Hit the main lake rocky points and flooded brush from 6 to 9 AM. According to the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, spinnerbaits, medium-diving crankbaits in shad or chartreuse, and bladed jigs are all putting fish in the boat. Power-fishing tactics are shining, with the recent Bassmaster Elite event confirming that Texas-rigged soft plastics, jigs, and vibrating jigs are catching quality bass shallow in flooded brush and wood cover. If there’s a bit of chop on the water, burn a spinnerbait along the edges.

    Crappie action is fair, with black and white crappie showing up around deeper brush piles and docks; small tube jigs and minnows are your best bet here. Channel and blue catfish are good right now, especially in the creek channels and along the main lake—try cut bait, chicken liver, or punch bait.

    Folks are reporting decent numbers of spotted bass mixed in, especially where gravel swings meet the main channel. Some white bass are still chasing schools of shad up the arms—a small chrome spoon or a white grub will get their attention if you find them schooling.

    Hot spots to try today include the stretch of rocky bluffs between Barnacle Bill’s and Cookson Bend, especially for bass in the early morning, and the brushy coves around Sizemore Landing for crappie and cats. If you’re after bigger bass, don’t overlook the deep brush piles off Chicken Creek, especially as the sun gets up.

    All in all, summer’s here and so is the action. Keep an eye out for floating debris near the ramps, and don’t forget to pack plenty of water.

    Thanks for tuning in to the Lake Tenkiller daily fishing report. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the bite. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.
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  • Lake Tenkiller Fishing Report June 21, 2025: Summer Pattern Heats Up with Bass, Crappie, and Cats

    Lake Tenkiller Fishing Report June 21, 2025: Summer Pattern Heats Up with Bass, Crappie, and Cats
    Jun 21 2025
    Artificial Lure here with your Lake Tenkiller, Oklahoma fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

    Sunrise hit at 6:05 AM with a light drape of mist hugging over the coves, and we’re looking at a sunset around 8:34 PM tonight. Skies are partly cloudy, temps topping out in the mid-80s, and we’re getting a steady southeast breeze at 10 mph—perfect conditions to keep both the fish and the anglers active. The lake’s elevation is currently a foot or two above normal, and water temperature is hanging around 72–73 degrees, meaning some stain in the coves but decent clarity on main points.

    Action’s been hot as the summer pattern settles in. Early morning is prime time, especially for bass—both largemouth and smallmouth are feeding heavy right at first light. Hit the main lake rocky points and flooded brush from 6 to 9 AM. According to the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, spinnerbaits, medium-diving crankbaits in shad or chartreuse, and bladed jigs are all putting fish in the boat. Power-fishing tactics are shining, with the recent Bassmaster Elite event confirming that Texas-rigged soft plastics, jigs, and vibrating jigs are catching quality bass shallow in flooded brush and wood cover. If there’s a bit of chop on the water, burn a spinnerbait along the edges.

    Crappie action is fair, with black and white crappie showing up around deeper brush piles and docks; small tube jigs and minnows are your best bet here. Channel and blue catfish are good right now, especially in the creek channels and along the main lake—try cut bait, chicken liver, or punch bait.

    Folks are reporting decent numbers of spotted bass mixed in, especially where gravel swings meet the main channel. Some white bass are still chasing schools of shad up the arms—a small chrome spoon or a white grub will get their attention if you find them schooling.

    Hot spots to try today include the stretch of rocky bluffs between Barnacle Bill’s and Cookson Bend, especially for bass in the early morning, and the brushy coves around Sizemore Landing for crappie and cats. If you’re after bigger bass, don’t overlook the deep brush piles off Chicken Creek, especially as the sun gets up.

    All in all, summer’s here and so is the action. Keep an eye out for floating debris near the ramps, and don’t forget to pack plenty of water.

    Thanks for tuning in to the Lake Tenkiller daily fishing report. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the bite. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.
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  • Lake Tenkiller Fishing Report June 21, 2025: Summer Pattern Heats Up with Bass, Crappie, and Cats

    Lake Tenkiller Fishing Report June 21, 2025: Summer Pattern Heats Up with Bass, Crappie, and Cats
    Jun 21 2025
    Artificial Lure here with your Lake Tenkiller, Oklahoma fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

    Sunrise hit at 6:05 AM with a light drape of mist hugging over the coves, and we’re looking at a sunset around 8:34 PM tonight. Skies are partly cloudy, temps topping out in the mid-80s, and we’re getting a steady southeast breeze at 10 mph—perfect conditions to keep both the fish and the anglers active. The lake’s elevation is currently a foot or two above normal, and water temperature is hanging around 72–73 degrees, meaning some stain in the coves but decent clarity on main points.

    Action’s been hot as the summer pattern settles in. Early morning is prime time, especially for bass—both largemouth and smallmouth are feeding heavy right at first light. Hit the main lake rocky points and flooded brush from 6 to 9 AM. According to the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, spinnerbaits, medium-diving crankbaits in shad or chartreuse, and bladed jigs are all putting fish in the boat. Power-fishing tactics are shining, with the recent Bassmaster Elite event confirming that Texas-rigged soft plastics, jigs, and vibrating jigs are catching quality bass shallow in flooded brush and wood cover. If there’s a bit of chop on the water, burn a spinnerbait along the edges.

    Crappie action is fair, with black and white crappie showing up around deeper brush piles and docks; small tube jigs and minnows are your best bet here. Channel and blue catfish are good right now, especially in the creek channels and along the main lake—try cut bait, chicken liver, or punch bait.

    Folks are reporting decent numbers of spotted bass mixed in, especially where gravel swings meet the main channel. Some white bass are still chasing schools of shad up the arms—a small chrome spoon or a white grub will get their attention if you find them schooling.

    Hot spots to try today include the stretch of rocky bluffs between Barnacle Bill’s and Cookson Bend, especially for bass in the early morning, and the brushy coves around Sizemore Landing for crappie and cats. If you’re after bigger bass, don’t overlook the deep brush piles off Chicken Creek, especially as the sun gets up.

    All in all, summer’s here and so is the action. Keep an eye out for floating debris near the ramps, and don’t forget to pack plenty of water.

    Thanks for tuning in to the Lake Tenkiller daily fishing report. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the bite. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.
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  • Lake Tenkiller Fishing Report June 21, 2025: Summer Pattern Heats Up with Bass, Crappie, and Cats

    Lake Tenkiller Fishing Report June 21, 2025: Summer Pattern Heats Up with Bass, Crappie, and Cats
    Jun 21 2025
    Artificial Lure here with your Lake Tenkiller, Oklahoma fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

    Sunrise hit at 6:05 AM with a light drape of mist hugging over the coves, and we’re looking at a sunset around 8:34 PM tonight. Skies are partly cloudy, temps topping out in the mid-80s, and we’re getting a steady southeast breeze at 10 mph—perfect conditions to keep both the fish and the anglers active. The lake’s elevation is currently a foot or two above normal, and water temperature is hanging around 72–73 degrees, meaning some stain in the coves but decent clarity on main points.

    Action’s been hot as the summer pattern settles in. Early morning is prime time, especially for bass—both largemouth and smallmouth are feeding heavy right at first light. Hit the main lake rocky points and flooded brush from 6 to 9 AM. According to the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, spinnerbaits, medium-diving crankbaits in shad or chartreuse, and bladed jigs are all putting fish in the boat. Power-fishing tactics are shining, with the recent Bassmaster Elite event confirming that Texas-rigged soft plastics, jigs, and vibrating jigs are catching quality bass shallow in flooded brush and wood cover. If there’s a bit of chop on the water, burn a spinnerbait along the edges.

    Crappie action is fair, with black and white crappie showing up around deeper brush piles and docks; small tube jigs and minnows are your best bet here. Channel and blue catfish are good right now, especially in the creek channels and along the main lake—try cut bait, chicken liver, or punch bait.

    Folks are reporting decent numbers of spotted bass mixed in, especially where gravel swings meet the main channel. Some white bass are still chasing schools of shad up the arms—a small chrome spoon or a white grub will get their attention if you find them schooling.

    Hot spots to try today include the stretch of rocky bluffs between Barnacle Bill’s and Cookson Bend, especially for bass in the early morning, and the brushy coves around Sizemore Landing for crappie and cats. If you’re after bigger bass, don’t overlook the deep brush piles off Chicken Creek, especially as the sun gets up.

    All in all, summer’s here and so is the action. Keep an eye out for floating debris near the ramps, and don’t forget to pack plenty of water.

    Thanks for tuning in to the Lake Tenkiller daily fishing report. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the bite. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.
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  • Lake Tenkiller Fishing Report June 21, 2025: Summer Pattern Heats Up with Bass, Crappie, and Cats

    Lake Tenkiller Fishing Report June 21, 2025: Summer Pattern Heats Up with Bass, Crappie, and Cats
    Jun 21 2025
    Artificial Lure here with your Lake Tenkiller, Oklahoma fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

    Sunrise hit at 6:05 AM with a light drape of mist hugging over the coves, and we’re looking at a sunset around 8:34 PM tonight. Skies are partly cloudy, temps topping out in the mid-80s, and we’re getting a steady southeast breeze at 10 mph—perfect conditions to keep both the fish and the anglers active. The lake’s elevation is currently a foot or two above normal, and water temperature is hanging around 72–73 degrees, meaning some stain in the coves but decent clarity on main points.

    Action’s been hot as the summer pattern settles in. Early morning is prime time, especially for bass—both largemouth and smallmouth are feeding heavy right at first light. Hit the main lake rocky points and flooded brush from 6 to 9 AM. According to the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, spinnerbaits, medium-diving crankbaits in shad or chartreuse, and bladed jigs are all putting fish in the boat. Power-fishing tactics are shining, with the recent Bassmaster Elite event confirming that Texas-rigged soft plastics, jigs, and vibrating jigs are catching quality bass shallow in flooded brush and wood cover. If there’s a bit of chop on the water, burn a spinnerbait along the edges.

    Crappie action is fair, with black and white crappie showing up around deeper brush piles and docks; small tube jigs and minnows are your best bet here. Channel and blue catfish are good right now, especially in the creek channels and along the main lake—try cut bait, chicken liver, or punch bait.

    Folks are reporting decent numbers of spotted bass mixed in, especially where gravel swings meet the main channel. Some white bass are still chasing schools of shad up the arms—a small chrome spoon or a white grub will get their attention if you find them schooling.

    Hot spots to try today include the stretch of rocky bluffs between Barnacle Bill’s and Cookson Bend, especially for bass in the early morning, and the brushy coves around Sizemore Landing for crappie and cats. If you’re after bigger bass, don’t overlook the deep brush piles off Chicken Creek, especially as the sun gets up.

    All in all, summer’s here and so is the action. Keep an eye out for floating debris near the ramps, and don’t forget to pack plenty of water.

    Thanks for tuning in to the Lake Tenkiller daily fishing report. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the bite. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.
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