Lake Overholser Fishing
ODWC-sized 1,581-acre reservoir spread over Oklahoma County.
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First look at Lake Overholser for Sooner anglers
In Oklahoma County, Lake Overholser is a reservoir that ODWC measures at 1,581 acres. The ODWC figure for maximum depth is 17 feet. 7.3 miles of bank wrap 13,526 acre-feet of storage. It is operated by OKC Water Trust Authority. Another name in use is Overholser. The closest Census place is Woodlawn Park, around 2 miles from the water.
Area-specific ODWC rules apply here. ODWC files it under the ODWC Central Region.
Acres, depth, shoreline and volume as printed on the ODWC Where To Fish page. ODWC Where To Fish page, wildlifedepartment.com, read November 3, 2026. Census 2023 places.
From the ODWC page on Lake Overholser
- Location (ODWC)Lake Overholser is located between NW 10th St. and U.S. Route 66, and N Morgan Road and Overholser Drive.
- Facilities (ODWC)City of Oklahoma City manages a covered fishing pier, boat ramps, tending docks, handicap facilities and fish attractors. A covered picnic pavilion is available on advance notice. Picnicking, fishing, sailing, boating, and personal watercraft are permitted. Swimming is prohibited.
- Campgrounds ODWC listsArcadia Lake, Liberty Lake, Guthrie Lake, Thunderbird State Park
- ADA fishing accessOn the ODWC list of ADA-accessible fishing
- Lake map: Printable OWRB mapOklahoma Water Resources Board
Everything in this band is as ODWC prints it on its Where To Fish page for Lake Overholser.
ODWC Where To Fish page, wildlifedepartment.com, read November 3, 2026. OWRB lake map PDF.
Fish that make a trip to Lake Overholser worthwhile
The roll call for Lake Overholser comes from the ODWC Fish Species of Interest line, stocking reports and records.
ODWC Where To Fish page (Fish Species of Interest), ODWC stocking reports 2024-2025 and the ODWC record table; read November 3, 2026.
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The ODWC entry mentions launch sites at Lake Overholser; none has a published location.
- Lake Overholser boat rampsCity of Oklahoma City
Launch as described on the ODWC page, read November 3, 2026; USACE Tulsa District recreation features (fishing feature layer), read November 3, 2026.
Pool reading for Lake Overholser
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Overholser Near Oklahoma City, Ok | 1,241.61 ft gage height | Nov 5 6:00 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Nov 5, 2026 7:34 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
That panel pulls straight from USGS, provisional data.
USGS instantaneous values (Lake Overholser near Oklahoma City, OK), provisional.
The keeper rules on Lake Overholser
| Species | Daily limit | Size limit |
|---|---|---|
| Largemouth and/or Smallmouth Bass | 6 (combined) | 1 (one) over 16 inches |
| Spotted Bass | no daily limit | no size limit |
| Channel and/or Blue Catfish | 15 (combined) | Only 1 Blue Catfish over 30 inches |
| Flathead Catfish | 5 | no size limit |
| White and/or Black Crappie | 37 (combined) | no size limit |
| Striped Bass | 5 (except Lake Texoma) | no size limit |
| Striped Bass Hybrids | 20 | Only 5 fish over 20 inches |
| White Bass | no daily limit | no size limit |
| Trout | See trout regulations | no size limit |
| Walleye, Sauger and/or Saugeye | 6 (combined) | 14 inch minimum |
| Paddlefish | See paddlefish regulation | no size limit |
| Alligator Gar | 1 | no size limit |
The 2026-27 statewide rows cover Lake Overholser; area rules take priority.
ODWC area rules for Lake Overholser
- MethodsAllowed.
- Methodsup to three rods and reels per person, with no more than three hooks per line (treble hooks are considered one hook). Bowfishing during daylight hours only. For all special regulations visit okc.gov.
Area Specific Fishing Regulations on the ODWC page, as printed, wildlifedepartment.com, read November 3, 2026.
Anglers 18 and older carry an Oklahoma fishing license ($31 annual for residents, $81 for nonresidents in 2026).
Limits as printed on the ODWC statewide daily and size limits page (2026-2027 Oklahoma Fishing and Hunting Regulations (ODWC); PDF), read November 3, 2026. ODWC License Options and Fees, read November 3, 2026.
Lake Overholser measured against the next reservoirs over
Dolese Youth Park Pond is the big water of this group, near 20 acres.
| Lake | Distance | Acres | Max depth (ft) | Corps ramps | Piers and areas |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Overholser | 1,581 | 17 | 0 | 0 | |
| Route 66 Park | under a mile west | 9.7 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Dale Robertson Center Pond | 3 miles west | 2.6 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Welch Park | 3 miles west | 4.0 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| Mulvey Pond | 4 miles west | 4.4 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Dolese Youth Park Pond | 4 miles northeast | 20 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
ODWC Where To Fish pages (acres, depth) or NHD outlines; USACE Tulsa District ramp and fishing layers; read November 3, 2026.
Near Lake Overholser
A second lake near Lake Overholser
- Route 66 Parkunder a mile west
- Dale Robertson Center Pond3 miles west
- Welch Park3 miles west
- Mulvey Pond4 miles west
- Dolese Youth Park Pond4 miles northeast
Minnow and worm stops ODWC pairs with Lake Overholser
- Walmart Supercenter (OKC)6100 W Reno Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73127, (405) 491-0320
- Academy (Yukon)12324 NW 10th St, Yukon, OK 73099, (405) 246-1429
- Walmart Supercenter (Yukon)1200 Garth Brooks Blvd, Yukon, OK 73099, (405) 350-1900
- Walmart Supercenter (OKC)7800 Northwest Expy, Oklahoma City, OK 73132, (405) 773-2625
- Walmart Supercenter (Mustang)951 E State Hwy 152, Mustang, OK 73064, (405) 376-4549
- Walmart Supercenter (OKC)1801 Belle Isle Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73118, (405) 841-6502
- Lucky Lure Tackle9427 N May Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73120, (405) 749-1808
- Bass Pro Shops200 Bass Pro Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73104, (405) 218-5200
Tackle aisles a red dirt road from Lake Overholser
- David's Sports Centermarina, Oklahoma City, 3 miles
- Fat Bass Tackle Cobait and tackle shop, Yukon, 3 miles
- Dick's Sporting Goods Oklahoma City, 6601 Sw 3rd Streetsporting goods store, Oklahoma City, 4 miles
- Academy Sports + Outdoors Yukonsporting goods store, Yukon, 4 miles
- Fun Mart Bait Shopbait and tackle shop, Oklahoma City, 5 miles
- Academy Sports + Outdoors Oklahoma City, 4261 Northwest 63rd Streetsporting goods store, Oklahoma City, 5 miles
Paying a pro to put you on Lake Overholser fish
- Barracuda Fishing Servicecharter, Oklahoma City, (405) 680-5522
- The Rusty Hook Fishing Guide Servicecharter, Edmond, (405) 626-4331
- Lucky Catz Fishingfishing guide, (405)679-8646
Where anglers bunk near Lake Overholser
- Bethany2 miles
- Warr Acres4 miles
- Yukon5 miles
Lake Overholser by county line
- Oklahoma Countyseat: Oklahoma City
Bait & Tackle Nearby on the ODWC page, wildlifedepartment.com, read November 3, 2026.
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The lakes and creeks around Lake Overholser, photographed
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Anglers ask this about Lake Overholser
Which counties touch Lake Overholser?
Lake Overholser is located between NW 10th St. and U.S. Route 66, and N Morgan Road and Overholser Drive. Look in Oklahoma County, about 2 miles from Woodlawn Park.
What water surface does ODWC tally for Lake Overholser?
ODWC lists 1,581 surface acres, with a maximum depth of 17 feet.
Which ramp is a good start at Lake Overholser?
The ramp data has nothing near it.
Is Lake Overholser a good bass lake?
The ODWC list starts with striped hybrid bass, blue catfish, flathead catfish, channel catfish, white crappie, white bass and bluegill.
What creel numbers does ODWC set for Lake Overholser?
Largemouth and/or Smallmouth Bass: 6 (combined) a day; size rule 1 (one) over 16 inches. Check the area rules in the limits band as well.
Which ODWC permit belongs in my pocket at Lake Overholser?
Anglers 18 and older carry an Oklahoma fishing license ($31 annual for residents, $81 for nonresidents in 2026).
Which spots on Lake Overholser suit someone casting off the bank?
It is on the ODWC ADA access list; ODWC adds: City of Oklahoma City manages a covered fishing pier, boat ramps, tending docks, handicap facilities and fish attractors. A covered picnic pavilion is available on advance notice. Picnicking, fishing, sailing, boating, and personal watercraft are permitted. Swimming is prohibited.
Where do Lake Overholser regulars load up on tackle?
The ODWC page for it lists Walmart Supercenter (OKC) (6100 W Reno Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73127).
Which gauge posts the level of Lake Overholser?
The USGS reading sits in the level band.
Do schedules that say Overholser mean Lake Overholser?
Yes; Overholser names the same water.
Circle a weekend for Lake Overholser
ODWC fees and statewide limits are on one page.