Oklahoma Fishing Trail - Northeastern Loop

Northeastern Oklahoma lakes offer plenty of fishing opportunities near outdoor recreation adventures and amazing restaurants. Cast a line on the Oklahoma Fishing Trail’s Northeastern Loop in search of several bass species, crappie, catfish and paddlefish, and discover bonus attractions along the way.

Fish along the Oklahoma Fishing Trail Northeastern Loop.

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Each Oklahoma Fishing Trail loop includes a unique variety of fish to find. Anglers searching for the ever-elusive paddlefish are invited to start off their Northeastern Loop experience at Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees, the Neosho and Grand rivers before heading over to Lake Hudson and Spavinaw Lake in search of largemouth bass. Skiatook Lake grants anglers plenty of potential for reeling in smallmouth bass and hybrid striped bass, while crappie is the main specialty at Lake Eufaula and Lake Tenkiller. For hotspots teeming with catfish, bring a boat out on Keystone Lake and Oologah Lake.

While on your fishing adventure, be sure to refuel and take in the town when you can. Each lake is located by prime lodging options, local restaurants and must-see museums. Stop by the nearby bait shops and marinas, or team up with a fishing guide service for a full fishing tour.

Neosho River

What to fish: paddlefish
Where to launch: Twin Bridges Area lighted boat ramp
Where to gear up: Cedar Port Marina
Where to eat: Waylan's Ku-Ku Burger, Montana Mike's Steakhouse, Coal Creek Restaurant
Fun stuff: Paddlefish Research Center, Coleman Theatre, George Francis Riverview Park, Peoria Ridge Golf Course

Grand Lake

What to fish: largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and paddlefish
Where to launch: Bernice Area boat ramp/fishing pier, Cherokee Area lighted boat ramp, Disney Area lighted boat ramp, Honey Creek Area fishing dock/boat ramp, Twin Bridges Area lighted boat ramp
Where to gear up: Cedar Port Marina, H2O Sports Rental, Southwinds Marina
Where to stay: Serenity Point Resort & Marina, Candlewyck Cove Resort, Shangri-La Golf Club, Resort & Marina, Casitas Grand Lake, Bernice Area campgrounds, Cherokee Area campgrounds, Disney Area tent sites, Honey Creek Area campgrounds, Little Blue Area tent sites, Twin Bridges Area campgrounds
Where to eat: The Shebang, Mid-American Grille, Quarter Deck Café, Mooney’s Sunset Bar, Grill & Motel, Raggedy’s Restaurant
Fun stuff: Sail Grand Waterfront, Har-Ber Village Museum, Hogan’s Off Road Park, Peoria Ridge Golf Course, Lendonwood Gardens, Shawnee Tribe Cultural Center, Oasis Animal Adventures

Grand River

What to fish: paddlefish
Where to launch: Sequoyah State Park, Lake Hudson
Where to gear up: Paradise Cove Marina
Where to stay: The Lodge at Sequoyah State Park, Sequoyah State Park cabins and campgrounds
Where to eat: Fajita Rita's, Erly Rush Coffee Shop, Cowboy's Bar-B-Q & Grill, Giggle Fish Grill
Fun stuff: Five Civilized Tribes Museum, Three Forks Nature Center, The Castle at Muskogee, Wolf Clan Art Gallery & Boutique, Sequoyah State Park Golf Course

Spavinaw Lake

What to fish: Largemouth bass
Where to stay: Spring Valley Ranch, Flying J Ranch & Hunt Club, Spavinaw Area campgrounds
Where to eat: The Artichoke Restaurant & Bar, Chicken Coop
Fun stuff: Pensacola Dam tours, Gourds, Etc, Sharky’s Bar

Lake Hudson

What to fish: Largemouth bass
Where to launch: Lake Hudson boat ramp
Where to gear up: Mazie Landing Marina
Where to stay: Lakeshore RV Park, Chimney Rock Hollow Cabins, Horseshoe Inn & Campground, Lake Hudson campsites
Where to eat: Dairy Deal, El Royal Restaurant, JL’s Barbecue, Las Fuentes, Dutch Pantry Restaurant & Bakery, Fannie’s Country Cookin’
Fun stuff: Salina Highbanks Speedway, OkeOzark Winery, Blue Hole Park, Birdie Boutique, Allred Theatre, GraysLland Acres, Moore Farms, Pryor Creek Golf Club, Pryor Creek Nature Trail

Fort Gibson Lake

What to fish: Largemouth bass, paddlefish, crappie
Where to launch: Long Bay Marina, Taylor Ferry Campground
Where to gear up: Long Bay Marina
Where to stay: Sequoyah Bay State Park, Sequoyah State Park, Wildwood Campground and other Fort Gibson Lake campsites
Where to eat: Wise Owl Coffee Company & Roasters, The Red Rooster Bistro & Bakery, Las Fuentes
Fun stuff: Ataloa Lodge Museum, Tiger Gallery

Lake Tenkiller

What to fish: Crappie, smallmouth bass, hybrid striped bass
Where to gear up: Cherokee Landing State Park ADA accessible fishing dock, Tenkiller State Park Marina, Barnacle Bills Resort & Marina, Clear Water Rentals, Pine Cove Marina & Clearwater Café, Summers Ferry Park
Where to stay: Bending Waters, Pettit Bayside Resort, Fin & Feather Resort, Marval Family Camping Resort, Blue Doors at Tenkiller, Cherokee Landing State Park campsites/group RV camp, Tenkiller State Park lodge/campsites
Where to eat: Jincy’s Kitchen, Soda Steve’s, Garden Gate Shop & Emily’s Tea Room, Big Daddy’s Restaurant, Smokin’ Goat Roadhouse
Fun stuff: Cherokee Springs Golf Course, John Ross Museum, Camp Gruber ORV Park, Cookson Wildlife Management Area, Hunter’s Home, Morning Sky Boutique & Evening Shade Mercantile, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Tenkiller Scuba Park, Rose Rock Spa

Lake Eufaula

What to fish: Crappie
Where to gear up: Fountainhead Marina, Eufaula Cove Marina, No. 9 Marina
Where to stay: Lake Eufaula State Park yurts, Carlton Landing, Calico Heights at Eufaula, Checotah/Lake Eufaula West KOA, Little Turtle RV Park & Horse Resort, Ra’s Eufaula Treehouse Tree-sort, South Beach Cabin Rental, Xtreme RV Resort, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort, Gentry Creek Hunting & Fishing Camp
Where to eat: June’s Restaurant, Adelita's Mexican Restaurant, Dobber’s Roadhouse, Hook’D Marina Bar & Grill
Fun stuff: Fountainhead Creek Golf Course, Lake Eufaula Damsite ATV Trail, Eufaula Farmers Market, Eufaula Flower Shoppe & Cafe, Hoepfner Kiwi Farm, Lake Eufaula State Park Trail System, Our Favorite Place, Steel Daffodils Cottage & Garden

Keystone Lake

What to fish: Catfish, paddlefish
Where to gear up: Keystone State Park Marina, Pier 51 Marina, Salt Creek Marina
Where to stay: Keystone State Park lodge/campsites, Flying G Ranch, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park at Keystone Lake, Eagle’s View RV Park, Bear’s Glen Cabins
Where to eat: Burn Co Barbecue, Steer Inn Family Restaurant, Vallarta’s Mexican Restaurant, Bill & Ruth’s Sandwich Shop, Terry’s Classic Coneys
Fun stuff: Keystone Ancient Forest, Mock Brothers Saddlery, OkieSpice & Trade Co., C & A Outlaw Trail Rides, Sand Springs Cultural & Historical Museum, Three Fruits & a Veggie Farm

Skiatook Lake

What to fish: Smallmouth bass and hybrid striped bass
Where to gear up: Crystal Bay Marina & Resort
Where to stay: Osage Casino Hotel – Skiatook, Birch Cove Campground, Tall Chief Cove Campground, Twin Points Campground
Where to eat: Brown Cow Grill, Lynn’s Bakery, Mac’s Barbecue, Scoozie’s Coneys & Frozen Custard
Fun stuff: Antique Depot, Cedar Crest Golf Course, Gander Way Vineyards & Winery, Healing Rock, Skiatook Museum, Skydive Airtight

Oologah Lake

What to fish: Catfish
Where to gear up: Redbud Marina & RV Park
Where to stay: Hawthorn Bluff Campground, Blue Creek Campground
Where to eat: Hammett House Restaurant, El Maguey Mexican Restaurant, Main Street Tavern, El Charro
Fun stuff: Oologah Historical Museum, Will Rogers Birthplace (Dog Iron Ranch), JM Davis Arms & Historical Museum, Rogers State University Conservation Education Reserve, Lakeside Trail Ride

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