Mammals have thick fur and layers of fat to stand up to cold weather, but we can’t forget about little amphibians like newts ...

For additional information on Lake Thunderbird State Park visit our partners at travelok.com/state-parks/lake-thunderbird-state-park. Hunting in designated areas only ...

Bass, Largemouth Good on plastic baits around brush structure, main lake, rocks. Crappie, Black, Crappie, White Good on jigs, minnows, plastic baits around brush ...

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The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) is mandated to manage, protect, and perpetuate Oklahoma’s wildlife. ODWC issues permits to landowners, lessees or their designated agents to ...

The management area is divided into a 16,000-acre Public Hunting Area (PHA) and a 15,360-acre Game Management Area (GMA). The PHA is generally open year round for legal seasons, while the GMA is open ...

The Arcadia Conservation Education Area is a unique management area for the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. With a focus on education, and providing outdoor educational opportunities for ...

There are 46 ponds and small lakes open to the public statewide, offering quality fishing opportunities to anglers of all skill levels. Agreements with multiple municipalities around Oklahoma make all ...

The Lower Mountain Fork River (Google Map) is located 3 miles east of Hochatown on SH 259A. Oklahoma State Parks manages campgrounds with full RV hookups, cabins and hiking trails.

Operated by the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA). There are several Grand Lake State Parks that have public boat ramps, restrooms, and camping facilities. The Cherokee area is located just below ...

People who use Department-owned areas for nonhunting or nonfishing activities, such as bird-watching or photography, are required to have either a Wildlife Conservation Passport or any current hunting ...

People who use Department-owned areas for nonhunting or nonfishing activities, such as bird-watching or photography, are required to have either a Wildlife Conservation Passport or any current hunting ...