Oknoname 05936 Reservoir near Woodward: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Out in Woodward County, Oklahoma, sits Oknoname 05936 Reservoir. It sits at 1,926 feet above sea level. On water this small, stealth matters more than range. It is high ground by Oklahoma standards. Nearest town is Woodward, 13 miles off. For a city, Oklahoma City is 130 miles off. The nearest boundary is well away, so one set of rules covers the water.

• Where to Fish on Oknoname 05936 Reservoir

  No depth figure appears in our records, so the bank has to tell you. A natural lake fishes on cover, and cover here means weed and timber. On a natural lake the weed line and the shelf beyond it do the work. Records held for Woodward County cover largemouth bass, channel catfish, common carp and bluegill. County records show what lives in the area; the local agency holds the water-by-water list. At this water the water rewards a slow, careful approach.

• Seasonal Patterns

  July is the warm end of the year here, averaging about 81°F, while January sits near 33°F. Most months fish reasonably, given the right weather. It should never be assumed safe, whatever the month says. June to September is hot work, so the first and last hours are what count. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to this water.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing we hold confirms whether access is permitted. Access is unmapped, which usually means a farm track and a walk. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Take the rules with you rather than trusting memory. Where parking is tight, arriving early solves most problems. Should this one be busy, Oknoname 05921 Reservoir is 0.4 miles off. The position on this water is worth confirming on the day.