Lake Tenkiller
USACE Tulsa District • Built 1952 • 12,900 surface acres • 130 miles shoreline
Lake Tenkiller
Great Day on the Water
Level is right at normal conservation pool (-0.6 ft), water temp is a comfortable 74°f, light winds around 5 mph, no active algae or safety advisories.
What to Know About Lake Tenkiller
Known as Oklahoma's 'Heaven in the Hills'. Water clarity easily exceeds 15 feet in summer, making it the premier inland scuba diving destination in the state (featuring an underwater dive park with sunken planes and boats near Tenkiller State Park).
Boat Ramps & Usability
3 Ramps| Ramp / Access Point | Lanes | Fee | Usable Min Pool | Current Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Tenkiller Corps Recreation Area & Campground Waterfront RV sites with 50-amp electric hookups and beach access. | 2 lanes | $18-$28 / night | 626.0 ft | Open & Usable |
| Lake Tenkiller Main Marina Full service marina with ethanol-free fuel, slip rentals, and bait shop. | 2 lanes | $10 ramp fee / free slip guests | 623.0 ft | Open & Usable |
| Lake Tenkiller State Park Public Ramp Paved concrete ramp with dual courtesy docks and lit parking. | 4 lanes | $5 day-use pass | 625.0 ft | Open & Usable |
Full-Service Marinas
1 MarinasLake Tenkiller Main Marina
Full service marina with ethanol-free fuel, slip rentals, and bait shop.
Fishing Regulations & Species
State Wildlife AgencyLicense Info: Standard ODWC license.
Regulations Summary: Smallmouth minimum length is 14 inches.
View Official Wildlife Department Regulations →Lake Rules & Boating Safety
Dive flags mandatory for scuba divers. Spearfishing restricted to designated non-game species.
Recent Community Reports
Washita river arm has excellent clear green water. Ran south to Wood Island this morning; no floating logs or hazards observed. Striper boils active off Soldier Creek.
Highport ramp had 4 lanes moving with zero wait. Dock hands assisted with tie-off. Sandbars near North Island are clearly visible in the sun.
Recommended Gear for Current Conditions
Heavy-Duty 3-Rider Towable Tube & Quick-Connect
Water temp is a warm 74°F—ideal for family tubing and towing.
USCG Approved Inflatable Life Vest (Auto-Hydrostatic)
Low profile, lightweight, and legally compliant for adult operators.
Castable GPS Fish Finder & Depth Transducer
Pinpoint submerged humps, river channel dropoffs, and school bait balls.
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Featured Lake Partners on Lake Tenkiller
Texoma Pro Striper Charters
Full-day & half-day guided striped bass fishing on 24ft custom center consoles. All tackle, bait, and fish cleaning included. Departs from Highport Marina.
Call for Booking: (580) 555-0199Lakeside Pontoon & PWC Rentals
Premium 24ft tri-toons with 150HP outboards, Bluetooth audio, and bimini tops. Double-decker slide boats available for weekend island raft-ups.
Reserve Online / Call: (580) 555-0144Living on Lake Tenkiller
Considering buying a lake cabin, dockable waterfront home, or retirement property on Lake Tenkiller? Water levels, dock stability, and flood pool buffers are critical factors in waterfront valuation.
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