How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Ardmore, United States ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
- Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Fishing in Ardmore, Oklahoma centers around Lake Murray, Lake Ardmore, and a network of small reservoirs and farm ponds that offer outstanding bass, crappie, and catfish action. Anglers travel to Ardmore for clear-water structure fishing, steady year-round catfishing, and family-friendly panfish opportunities throughout the Arbuckle region. read more...
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Distance to earth:363,324 kmProximity:99.5 %
Moon Phases for Ardmore
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major Time:07:26 am - 09:26 am
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minor Time:03:09 pm - 05:09 pm
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major Time:08:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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minor Time:11:43 pm - 01:43 am
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
Fishing Barometer
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
7 Day Fishing Weather
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Fishing Overview Ardmore
Ardmore, Oklahoma sits in the heart of some of the most diverse freshwater fishing in southern Oklahoma, anchored by Lake Murray and supported by Lake Ardmore and numerous small public lakes and ponds. Clear to moderately stained water, abundant rock and timber, and a long growing season create ideal conditions for bass, crappie, and catfish, with year-round action if you adjust to seasonal patterns.
Spring is prime time around Ardmore. As water temperatures climb into the 50s and low 60s, largemouth bass move shallow along gravel pockets, flooded brush, and protected coves on Lake Murray and smaller local lakes. Spinnerbaits, lipless crankbaits, and Texas-rigged creature baits excel when bass first push up, while weightless soft plastics and wacky-rigged worms shine around spawning flats. Crappie stack on submerged brush and riprap shorelines; 1/16–1/32 oz jigs under a fixed or slip float, pitched tight to cover, are consistent producers. Rising water in roadside ponds and small reservoirs also sparks excellent bluegill and redear action on worms and small jigs.
By summer, clear-water tactics dominate on Lake Murray. Bass retreat to main-lake points, humps, and offshore brush piles, especially where rock transitions or submerged timber add extra ambush cover. At first and last light, walk-the-dog topwaters and buzzbaits draw aggressive strikes over grass edges and shallow rock. As the sun gets high, switch to deep-diving crankbaits, Carolina rigs, and drop-shots fished along ledges in 15–25 feet. Night fishing is highly productive: slow-roll big worms or jigs along bluff walls and lighted docks for both largemouth and spotted bass. Catfish bite steadily on cut shad, stink baits, and punch baits fished around windblown points and channel edges.
Fall brings a strong baitfish migration into creeks and pockets, concentrating bass and white bass. Look for schooling activity on Lake Murray’s mid-lake flats and creek mouths; chrome spoons, small swimbaits, and shad-pattern crankbaits match the hatch. Cover water quickly until you locate bait on your electronics, then work the area thoroughly. Crappie slide back to mid-depth structure: bridge pilings, brush piles in 10–18 feet, and deeper docks. Vertical jigging with small plastics or minnows is especially effective when fish are holding tight to cover.
Winter fishing around Ardmore is more methodical but rewarding. Bass and crappie group tightly on deeper rock, timber, and channel swings. Slow presentations are key: jigging spoons, blade baits, and small finesse jigs hopped just off the bottom catch both bass and bonus freshwater drum. Crappie prefer subtle movements, so downsize line and use natural colors in the region’s typically clear winter water. Catfish remain a dependable target by focusing on deeper holes near river and creek confluences, drifting or anchoring with fresh cut bait.
Across all seasons, success in Ardmore hinges on reading the lakes’ structure and clarity. On clear-water bodies like Lake Murray, lean on natural colors, lighter line, and long casts. On smaller, more stained lakes and ponds, darker silhouettes and vibration-heavy baits perform better. Spend time studying main-lake points, submerged roadbeds, and brush piles on maps and electronics; these spots consistently reload with fish. With its blend of big-water opportunities and easily accessed small lakes, Ardmore offers a versatile and productive freshwater fishery for anglers who adapt to its seasonal shifts.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Ardmore area
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Ardmore. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
City Lake - 5.49117899226km , Carter 1 Dam - 5.56060547643km , Ardmore Rod and Gun Club Lake Dam - 5.67178366571km , Mckown Lake Dam - 5.76734974229km , City Lake Dam - 5.89609852442km , West Anadarche Creek - 5.92171483882km , Oknoname 01903 Dam - 5.92201509531km , Chickasaw Lake Dam - 6.18274227558km , Noble Lake Dam - 6.85855990762km , Lake Ardmore - 7.49158294498km , Lake Ardmore Dam - 7.88032523133km , West Anadarche Arm - 8.03795228434km , Noble-Sea Cattle Company Dam - 8.47988949094km , Buzzard Creek - 8.65719279273km , Bullhead Creek - 9.19416840464km , Caddo Creek Site 18 Dam - 10.15486405743km , East Anadarche Creek - 10.28833050443km , Deadman Branch - 10.50508076819km , Philips Creek - 10.50862765525km , East Anadarche Arm - 11.31672448873km , Caddo Creek Site 14 Dam - 11.63647017089km , Caddo Creek Site 13 Dam - 11.96320427276km , Caddo Creek Site 17 Dam - 12.14644926552km , Spring Branch - 12.33576810992km , Oknoname 01902 Dam - 12.39375945007km , Grindstone Creek - 12.63294697351km , Fourche Maline Creek - 12.72698407649km , Fourche Maline Arm - 12.77302037029km , Oknoname 01901 Dam - 12.83450181596km , Sullivan Creek - 13.05011450918km , Oknoname 085001 Dam - 13.21143950064km , Moore Pond Dam - 13.35138366652km , Caddo Creek Site 12 Dam - 14.38390617436km , Caddo Creek Site 16 Dam - 14.71331860452km , Henry House Creek - 15.1065212465km , Salt Branch - 15.18217622354km , South Branch Hickory Creek - 15.50770462433km , Caddo Creek - 15.78944950978km , Caddo Creek Site 15 Dam - 16.00924345126km , Caddo Creek Site 11 Dam - 16.08328536823km
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