Oologah Lake
USACE Tulsa District • Built 1963 • 29,500 surface acres • 209 miles shoreline
Oologah Lake
Great Day on the Water
Level is right at normal conservation pool (-0.6 ft), water temp is a comfortable 83°f, moderate chop with 10 mph winds, no active algae or safety advisories.
What to Know About Oologah Lake
Oologah is Tulsa's primary drinking water supply and northeastern Oklahoma's premier inland sailing lake. Because the reservoir runs north-south without towering hills to block the breeze, steady prairie winds make it home to active sailing clubs and regattas at Redbud Marina. Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch overlooks the western shoreline.
Boat Ramps & Launches
Public concrete launches, usable lake elevations, and federal pass info🚤 Oologah Lake Corps Recreation Area & Campground
Usable (Level OK)Waterfront campsites with 30/50-amp electric hookups, heated shower house, swimming beach, and dump station.
🚤 Oologah Lake Harbor Marina & Resort
Usable (Level OK)Full-service floating marina with non-ethanol marine fuel, pontoon rentals, ship store, and slip leasing.
🚤 Oologah Lake State Park Public Ramp
Usable (Level OK)Paved concrete tournament ramp with dual courtesy docks, lighted parking lot, and ADA restrooms.
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Official federal, Corps of Engineers & state park campsites⛺ Oologah Lake Corps Recreation Area & Campground
$18-$28 / nightWaterfront campsites with 30/50-amp electric hookups, heated shower house, swimming beach, and dump station.
Full-Service Marinas
Fuel docks, wet slips, ship stores, and boat rentals⚓ Oologah Lake Harbor Marina & Resort
Full-service floating marina with non-ethanol marine fuel, pontoon rentals, ship store, and slip leasing.
Today's Fishing Outlook
Favorable feeding forecast today with the First Quarter (56% illuminated). Surface water is 83°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: Oklahoma fishing license required.
Regulations Summary: Blue catfish: 15 per day, only one 30 inches or longer.
Stocking & Reproduction: Regularly stocked with walleye and hybrid stripers.
View Official Wildlife Department Regulations →Lake Rules & Boating Safety
USACE Title 36 rules apply. Life jackets required for children under 13 while underway.
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: 0.057) 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 (83°F), lake elevation, and weather forecast.
Airhead Super Mable 3-Rider Towable Tube with Dual Tow Points
Warm 83°F surface water offers perfect conditions for wake tubing, chariot riding, and family towing action.
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.
Earth Pak 20L Waterproof Heavy Duty Dry Bag with Phone Case
500D commercial grade PVC keeps phones, dry clothes, first-aid, and towels 100% dry through boat wake spray and sudden rain squalls.
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 Oologah Lake
Verified marine operators, boat slip facilities, and licensed guide services.
⚓ Oologah Lake Harbor Marina & Resort
Full-service floating marina with non-ethanol marine fuel, pontoon rentals, ship store, and slip leasing.
Charter Guide or Boat Rental on Oologah Lake?
Reach thousands of visiting boaters and anglers checking live water levels, surface temperatures, and ramp conditions before heading to Oologah Lake.
Living on Oologah Lake
Considering buying a lake cabin, dockable waterfront home, or retirement property on Oologah Lake? Water levels, dock stability, and flood pool buffers are critical factors in waterfront valuation.
Huge 23-foot flood surcharge capacity (638 to 661 ft) controls Verdigris River flows feeding McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System.
Oologah, OK
Hometown of Will Rogers with rural charm and quick access to marina slips.
Claremore, OK
Full-service historic Route 66 city with Rogers State University, museums, and hospital.