Lake Eufaula anglers are finding solid winter action as temperatures cool and fish settle into predictable patterns across Oklahoma’s largest lake. Water levels are falling, and clarity varies from stained in the river channels to clearer toward the main lake.

Crappie

Crappie fishing has been the highlight this week. Slabs are stacking up on brush piles, docks, and standing timber in 10–18 feet of water. Minnows and bright jigs—chartreuse, pink, and monkey milk—continue to produce the best results. The deeper piles near Porum Landing, Duchess Creek, and Mill Creek are yielding limits for patient anglers who stay on the structure.

Bass

Largemouth and spotted bass action has improved with colder weather. Anglers are finding success slowrolling spinnerbaits, medium-diving crankbaits, and jig-and-craw combos along rocky points. The mouth of Gentry Creek and Snake Creek are particularly productive early in the morning. Look for bass to move deeper as the day warms, especially near 12–20 foot ledges.

Catfish

Blue cats are biting well on fresh cut shad along the main river channel. Drift fishing at 0.4–0.7 mph has been the ticket for bigger fish. Jugliners are also reporting steady catches near Highway 9 Landing and the Gaines Creek area. Channel cats remain active in coves on stink bait and punch bait.

Sand Bass (White Bass) Sand bass are roaming open water, especially on warmer, sunny afternoons. Watch for birds diving—this is your cue to throw small spoons or slab baits. The mouth of the Canadian River remains a hotspot when schools push shad toward the surface.