Stillwater Creek Site 1 Reservoir Fishing in Payne County, Oklahoma

• Overview

  Look for Stillwater Creek Site 1 Reservoir in the Payne County part of Oklahoma. The country round it is open valley from end to end. At 13 acres it is the sort of place you fish for an evening rather than a day. The closest town, Cushing, is 9.1 miles away. It is 52 miles to Tulsa, the nearest city. Rules here are straightforward: one county, one set of rules.

• Where to Fish on Stillwater Creek Site 1 Reservoir

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. Inflow corners move water, and moving water gathers fish. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Reported across Payne County: bluegill, green sunfish, orangespotted sunfish, channel catfish and white crappie. Take it as the county picture rather than a promise for this water. Anyone new to this water should walk it once before setting up.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Between January at about 36°F and July at about 82°F, the water has a wide range to work through. A long season, with weather mattering more than the month. It is not guaranteed from one year to the next. February into May fishes hardest as the water warms. It sets the rhythm of the year at this water.

• Tackle & Baits

  The access position is unclear from public sources. Public data shows nothing built here, so treat the whole approach as informal. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Rules for this water may differ from the county norm. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. Failing this one, try Stillwater Creek Site 2 Reservoir, 1.7 miles away. Confirm access to this water locally before you travel.