Guide To Fishing At Kerr Lake

AKA: Kerr Reservoir, Robert S Kerr Reservoir

Regarded as one of the top striper fishing lakes in Oklahoma, Kerr Lake - officially Robert S Kerr Reservoir, is an excellent place to catch a monster striped bass. In addition to stripers there are healthy populations of catfish, crappie, largemouth and spotted bass, white bass, paddlefish, sauger, bluegill and sunfish.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Boat Launch Ramps
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

Flathead catfish, blue catfish stripers and crappie receive the most attention of local anglers. The 44,000-acre lake is a literal fish factory making it an ideal destination for a quick fishing trip or an extended vacation. Located in the east-central part of the state, at Sallisaw, OK, this reservoir provides 250 miles of shoreline for anglers to pursue their favorite fish species. Access to the shoreline for fishing from the bank, is available at dozens of locations around the lake, including at the wildlife refuge, five park areas, campgrounds and boat launch ramps. This is a good lake for pleasure boating and all types of fishing boats. However, be aware of the barge traffic! Keep out of their way and be safe. Canoes and kayaks are particularly susceptible to the tipping due to wakes from a barge. Kerr Lake has a marina, boat rentals, stores, restaurants and camping in the area.

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, spotted bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, blue catfish, white crappie, walleye, bluegill, green sunfish, redear sunfish, white bass, striped bass, paddlefish and sauger at Robert S Kerr Reservoir in Oklahoma.

Primary fish species residing in Robert S Kerr Reservoir

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Robert S Kerr Reservoir Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: NEARBY
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: YES

Today's Weather & Forecast

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Applegate Cove Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Applegate Cove Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Short Mountain Cove Boat Ramp
Located in the southeast corner of the lake, off Short Mountain Drive, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Sallisaw Creek Public Use Area Boat Ramp
Located mid lake, northeast side, off Dwight Mission Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Stoney Point Boat Ramp
Located in the northwest corner of the lake, north side, off N 4520 Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with gravel parking.

Stoney Point Ramp
Located in the northwest corner of the lake, north side, off N 4490 Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Vian Ramp
Located in the northeast corner of the lake, off 4550 Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

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