YOUR FORT GIBSON FISHING GUIDE

Located under an hour east of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and just 30 miles south of Lake Hudson, this lake is known for both the excellent fishing and surrounding parks and camping areas. Fort Gibson Wildlife Management Area, the Sequoyah State Park, eight marinas, and numerous restaurants and tackle shops make this a convenient place to escape to.

So if you're finding Grand Lake too crowded, this is an excellent option for family-friendly fishing and anglers looking to escape the traffic on the water.

Before fishing any public body of water in the state of Oklahoma, you will need to make sure you're following the proper rules and regulations to maintain and improve our country's wildlife for future generations.

Fort Gibson Crappie must be at least 10 inches to keep and have a combined limit of 15 per day per angler. Fishing for Paddlefish requires anglers possessing a free paddlefish permit. For more information about bag limits and size requirements, check out state-wide rules on our Oklahoma fishing page.

Anglers can check with the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation to stay educated on the rules of the water, or you can reach out to the local fishing contract at (918) 683-1031

Snagging Paddlefish, also known as Spoonbill, is a trendy type at this popular fishing destination. Oklahoma is one of the few states where you can catch this species of fish, that's older than dinosaurs.

If you love bass fishing, try Fort Gibson Dam fishing near the deep-water structures. If you have to fish from the shore, the dam has a popular fishing spot called the "fishing wall," an area where the water exits over the spillway. Many anglers have luck catching catfish and Paddlefish at this location.

The best time of year for Fort Gibson Lake fishing is during the early spring spawn or during the hot summer, just as the sun is going down. Springtime fishing season is best just about anywhere, and they will attack just about anything you put on your line. Enjoy your summer evenings following around the birds and spotting the White Bass, also called "Sand Bass," churning up the baitfish in the open water.