Lake Tenkiller Winter Fishing Report: Crappie & Walleye Heating Up, Best Baits & Spots

# Lake Tenkiller Winter Fishing Report – December 3rd, 2025

Well folks, it's your fishing expert Artificial Lure here with today's report from Lake Tenkiller. We're in full winter mode now, and conditions are looking pretty decent for mid-December.

## Lake Conditions

The lake is running high at 96.52% of conservation pool capacity with a water elevation of 633.14 feet. We've had some good runoff keeping things full, and the dam is releasing water at a steady pace. That higher water level means fish are scattered a bit more, but it also means better access to deeper structure they'll be holding on.

## What's Biting

Winter crappie and walleye fishing have been heating up around the lake. According to the latest fishing reports, we're seeing good activity on both species. Bass are still available too, though they're a bit more sluggish in these cooler temps. Late fall into early winter is prime time for crappie around here – they're schooling up and feeding aggressively before we hit the deepest cold.

## Best Bait and Lures

For crappie, you can't beat small minnows and jigs. A quarter-ounce white or chartreuse jig tipped with a live shiner will put fish in the boat. Walleye are responding well to live shiners and small shad presentations. If you're throwing artificials, stick with small swimbaits and crankbaits that mimic those baitfish. Early morning and late afternoon are prime feeding windows right now.

## Hot Spots

Head to the main lake channels and creek arms where timber is still standing. The deeper water near the dam creates excellent structure for winter walleye. Coves on the north side of the lake tend to hold concentrated crappie schools this time of year.

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