Fitzgerald Reservoir Fishing Guide, Carter County, Oklahoma

• Overview

  Fitzgerald Reservoir belongs to Carter County, Oklahoma. The ground round it is dry hill. At roughly 14 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. Most waters listed here for Carter County are larger. The nearest town is Lone Grove, 10 miles away. Ardmore is 11 miles and Davis 14 miles. One jurisdiction covers this water end to end.

• Where to Fish on Fitzgerald Reservoir

  Nothing we hold settles how deep this runs. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. Draw-down through summer strips the margins, so follow the water out. Biodiversity records within roughly six miles include golden redhorse, common carp and green sunfish. Take it as evidence of what swims here, not a promise for one session. The near bank of Fitzgerald Reservoir is often the one people ignore.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Seasonal averages run from 39°F in January up to 83°F in July. Fishing runs all year, with summer the awkward season. Heat pushes fish deep from June onwards, so start early. Spring and autumn carry the year; summer squeezes it into the ends of the day. Plan any trip to Fitzgerald Reservoir around it.

• Tackle & Baits

  Public sources are silent on who controls the bank. There is no recorded infrastructure here; expect to find your own way in. For the catfish, fish bottom baits into the deeper holes and let them sit. Read any posted signs at the access point rather than assuming. Some water is controlled locally without a sign saying so. Mountain Lake at 4.5 miles is the sensible second choice. Check the current arrangement for Fitzgerald Reservoir.