Oklahoma Fishing Trail - Southwestern Loop

From Foss Lake in the north to Waurika Lake in the southeast, anglers will encounter thrills and good times in the Wichita Mountains, golden prairies and vibrant sunsets of Great Plains Country.

Tom Steed Lake offers picturesque views of Great Plains State Park.

Tom Steed Lake offers picturesque views of Great Plains State Park.

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Southwestern Oklahoma offers exciting diversity in nature, adventure and culture, donning a distinctive Old West appeal. Reel in a wealth of largemouth and white bass in this area, along with crappie and catfish. Swim at sandy beaches, hike on rolling hills, learn about Native American landmarks and feast on authentic German cuisine. This loop’s rich ecosystem, excellent eats and crowd-pleasing attractions will enrich any fishing trip.

Foss Lake

What to fish: White bass
Where to stay: Elk City/Clinton KOA, Sleep Inn, La Quinta Inn & Suites
Where to eat: Friends Pub & Pizza, Jigg’s Smokehouse, Blue Mountain Smoke, Lupe’s Mexican Restaurant
Fun Stuff: Foss State Park, Warrior Trail, Capt'n Jon's Marina, Washita National Wildlife Refuge, Elk City Golf & Country Club

Fort Cobb Reservoir

What to fish: Saugeye, crappie
Where to stay: Easter’s Lakeside Motel, Deckboat Motel, Backwoods Bison RV Park
Where to eat: Ski Boy Drive Inn, Deckboat Steakhouse, Georgia’s Country Kitchen
Fun Stuff: Fort Cobb State Park, Kiowa Tribal Museum, Liberty Theatre, Fort Cobb State Park Golf Course, Horn Canna Farm

Lake Humphreys

What to fish: Largemouth bass
Where to stay: Hampton Inn Duncan, Duncan Inn, Duncan’s Grove RV Park
Where to eat: Don Jose Mexican Restaurant, Wishbone Scratch Kitchen, Billy Sims BBQ
Fun Stuff: Twin Oaks Golf Club, Marlow Area Museum, AMC Classic Duncan 6, Redbud Park

Waurika Lake

What to fish: Catfish
Where to gear up: Waurika Lake Marina
Where to stay: Stuart Ranch, A-OK Motel, Kiowa Park Campground
Where to eat: Bill’s Fish House, Doc’s Place Restaurant, Tribe Pride Pizza
Fun Stuff: Waurika Rock Island Depot, Waurika Transforming Figure Museum, Trail Ruts at Monument Hill Tour

Lake Lawtonka

What to fish: Largemouth bass, smallmouth bass
Where to find a guide: Curt’s Guide Service
Where to stay: Granite Pointe RV Park, Plantation Inn, Meers Store & Restaurant
Where to eat: Mutti’s German Restaurant, The Old Plantation Restaurant, Ann’s Country Kitchen, The Park Tavern

Lake Elmer Thomas

What to fish: Largemouth bass
Where to stay: Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area, The Medicine Park Cabin, Medicine Park Rentals, White Horse Lodging
Where to eat: Riverside Café, Mrs. Chadwick’s Bakery, Cobblescones Coffee & Pastry, CockEyed Bobs
Fun Stuff: Red Door Gallery, Discovery Outpost, Comanche Spur Casino, Fort Sill Golf Course

Tom Steed Lake

What to fish: Catfish, crappie
Where to gear up: Tom Steed Bait Shop
Where to stay: Hampton Inn & Suites Altus, Days Inn by Wyndham Altus, The Fowler House
Where to eat: Sundance Café, Frisco Creek Barbeque, Kozy Diner, Main Street Grill
Fun Stuff: Great Plains State Park,

Lake Altus-Lugert

What to fish: Walleye
Where to stay: Quartz Mountain State Park
Where to eat: Backdoor Steakhouse, Luigi's Pizzeria & Italian American Restaurant
Fun Stuff: Eagles Roost ATV Area,
Area, GI Joe Repair Shop & Museum

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Foss State Park is one of western Oklahoma's hidden gems.

Tom Steed Lake offers picturesque views of Great Plains State Park.

The sun sinks over the Fort Cobb Reservoir as a boat heads into Sunset Cove Marina within Fort Cobb State Park.

The sun sinks behind the hills surrounding Lake Lawtonka near Lawton.

Fishers at Lake Lawtonka reel in plenty of largemouth and smallmouth bass.

Take in the unique beauty of southwestern Oklahoma at Lake Elmer Thomas in Fort Sill.

A tributary of the Red River, Waurika Lake offers abundant catfish for anglers and scenic views.

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