Hunting & Fishing

With abundant wildlife and easy access to scenic waterways, Cherokee County is a prime destination for both seasoned sportsmen and first-time anglers. Cast a line or head into the woods and experience the kind of quiet, wide-open adventure only found in Oklahoma’s great outdoors.

Must-Do Hunting & Fishing

We are known as a top destination in Oklahoma for hunting and fishing including excellent bass, catfish, and crappie fishing and hunting white-tailed deer and turkey.

Lake Tenkiller

Illinois River

Sparrow Hawk Wildlife Management Area

Explore All Hunting & Fishing

From lakeside fishing piers and river access points to wildlife areas and public hunting lands, this is your directory to hunting and fishing across the county.

Articles Featuring Hunting & Fishing

Use these articles to shape your next season in the woods or on the water—they share local knowledge on when to go, what to expect, and how to make the most of each trip.

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Ready to go beyond the trail? Turn your hike or ride into a full adventure with river floats, lake time, and other ways to stay outside a little longer.

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Lake Tenkiller

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Sequoyah State Park

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