Texoma /Washita Arm / Tishomingo Wildlife Management Area
By: Dennis Geary, Biologist at Chickasaw NRA, Texoma/ Washita Arm / Tishomingo, Fobb Bottom. Phone: (405) 823-8383.
Quail: Bobwhite quail are present in fair numbers.
Deer: White-tailed deer are present in good numbers but are heavily sought after.
Turkey: Rio Grande wild turkeys are present in fair numbers but are heavily sought after.
Rabbit: Both cottontail and swamp rabbits are present in fair numbers.
Furbearers: Coyote, bobcat and raccoon are available.
Dove: Present in limited numbers.
Waterfowl: Ducks are usually present in good numbers but are heavily sought after.
Nongame Species of Interest:
Bald Eagle: Eagles winter in all areas of the WMA.
Description of Fish and
Wildlife Management Practices:
Management efforts focus on extensive agricultural plantings as well as
producing native foods such as ragweed and sunflower. In addition, some small
wildlife plots are planted annually. Prescribed burns are conducted when
conditions permit.
Camping and Facilities:
Two designated primitive camping areas are offered on the area, while both
lodging and restaurants are available in Tishomingo.
A 100 yard shooting range with shooting bench can be found on the south side of the area.
Fishing Opportunities:
Fishing opportunities exist on the area’s many small ponds, lakes, and the
Washita River. Lake Texoma is famous for its excellent striped bass fishery,
with good opportunities for black bass, crappie and catfish species.
FOR A MAP OF THE AREA CLICK HERE.
Texoma-Washita Arm WMA - Outdoor Oklahoma Magazine Article (Sept. /Oct. 2004)
Washita Arm Wetlands Development Area
Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge
Click here for information on the lake and surrounding area
Click
here for an area map courtesy of US Army Corp of Engineers