Broken Bow Lake
USACE Tulsa District • Built 1968 • 14,200 surface acres • 180 miles shoreline
Broken Bow Lake
Great Day on the Water
Level is right at normal conservation pool (-0.6 ft), water temp is 72°f (crisp), light winds around 0 mph, no active algae or safety advisories.
What to Know About Broken Bow Lake
The most scenic mountain lake in Oklahoma, surrounded by Beavers Bend State Park and the Ouachita National Forest. No private docks are permitted, keeping the shoreline 100% natural and forested.
Boat Ramps & Launches
Public concrete launches, usable lake elevations, and federal pass info🚤 Bellah Mine Day Use Pass
Usable (Level OK)Bellah Mine Park offers a campground with electric and water access and access to some of the best public fishing around Sevier County. Campers have access to a group shelters and have access to water borne restroom faci...
🚤 Carson Creek
Usable (Level OK)Public boat launch facility providing direct water access with vehicle and boat trailer parking.
🚤 Holly Creek
Usable (Level OK)Public boat launch facility providing direct water access with vehicle and boat trailer parking.
🚤 Oak Grove Day Use
Usable (Level OK)Oak Grove Park offers a campground with electric and water access and access to some of the best public fishing around Sevier County. Campers can choose from two group shelters and have access to water borne restroom fac...
🚤 Pine Ridge Day Use Pass
Usable (Level OK)Pine Ridge Park offers a campground with electric and water access and access to some of the best public fishing around Sevier County. Campers have access to a group shelters and have access to water borne restroom facil...
🚤 River Bend Area
Usable (Level OK)Public boat launch facility providing direct water access with vehicle and boat trailer parking.
🚤 Rolling Fork Day Use Pass
Usable (Level OK)Rolling Fork offers access to some of the best public fishing around Sevier County along with access to a boat ramp and several day use picnic sites.
🚤 Stevens Gap
Usable (Level OK)Public boat launch facility providing direct water access with vehicle and boat trailer parking.
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Official federal, Corps of Engineers & state park campsites⛺ Bellah Mine
$18 - $32 / nightBellah Mine Campground sits along the shores of DeQueen Lake in southwest Arkansas. Recreation Boating and water sports top the list of recreational activities at the lake, and several boat ramps are provided fo...
⛺ Oak Grove (Ar)
Group Shelter Electric $25Oak Grove Campground sits along the shores of DeQueen Lake in southwest Arkansas. Recreation Boating and water sports top the list of recreational actives at the lake, and several boat ramps are provided for cam...
⛺ Pine Ridge
$18 - $32 / nightPine Ridge Campground sits along the shores of DeQueen Lake in southwest Arkansas. Recreation Boating and water sports top the list of recreational actives at the lake, and several boat ramps are provided for ca...
Today's Fishing Outlook
Favorable feeding forecast today with the First Quarter (56% illuminated). Surface water is 72°F with a steady pool (-0.01' in 24h). Fish will feed aggressively along windblown points and main-lake humps during the primary major window.
Fishing Regulations & Species
State Wildlife AgencyLicense Info: ODWC Fishing License + Trout Permit for lower Mountain Fork.
Regulations Summary: Barbless hooks required in designated trout management zones.
View Official Wildlife Department Regulations →Lake Rules & Boating Safety
Strict environmental preservation inside state park. Tailrace warning siren sounds before dam discharge.
Recent Community Reports
Real-time water clarity, hazards, and ramp wait times shared by boaters and anglers.
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Spaceborne Satellite Observation & Water Clarity
Fresh multi-spectral overhead Earth observation from the European Space Agency (ESA) Sentinel-2 constellation (10m spatial resolution).
Satellite imagery and indices processed via Copernicus Data Space Ecosystem (CDSE) / Sentinel Hub API. Data reflects actual surface conditions at the time of orbital passage.
Derived from Band 4 red reflectance across open water pixels. Low reflectance indicates minimal suspended silt and high underwater visibility for angling and navigation.
Normalized Difference Chlorophyll Index (NDCI: 0.019) measures phytoplankton concentration using Red-Edge (B05) and Red (B04) bands to detect early bloom development before surface scums appear.
Normalized Difference Water Index (NDWI) contrasts Green and Near-Infrared spectra to map shallow shoals, sandbars, and exposed islands (like Sometimes Island on Travis or Wood Island on Texoma).
Recommended Gear for Current Conditions
Algorithmically matched to today's water temperature (72°F), lake elevation, and weather forecast.
Bassdash UPF 50+ Performance UV Sun Protection Fishing Hoodie
Ultra-breathable moisture-wicking UV shield designed to prevent all-day open water sunburn and heat fatigue without overheating.
Onyx A/M-24 Deluxe Automatic/Manual Inflatable Life Jacket (USCG)
Lightweight, comfortable low-profile design that automatically inflates upon immersion while allowing full arm mobility for driving and casting.
SereneLife 10'6" Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard (Complete Kit)
Calm winds (0 mph) offer pristine mirror-calm coves for touring, paddleboard fitness, and shoreline exploration.
Garmin Striker 4 Fishfinder with CHIRP Sonar & Dual-Beam Transducer
High-frequency CHIRP sonar pinpoints submerged humps, river channel dropoffs, bait balls, and suspended gamefish with crisp target separation.
Commercial Marinas & Featured Partners on Broken Bow Lake
Verified marine operators, boat slip facilities, and licensed guide services.
Featured Fishing Guides on Broken Bow Lake
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Marinas & Boat Rentals on Broken Bow Lake
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Living on Broken Bow Lake
Considering buying a lake cabin, dockable waterfront home, or retirement property on Broken Bow Lake? Water levels, dock stability, and flood pool buffers are critical factors in waterfront valuation.
Deep rocky canyon walls ensure levels remain visually consistent with minimal mud flats.
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