When the temperatures drop, Oklahoma anglers know what it means… it’s saugeye season. These hardfighting hybrids of walleye and sauger thrive in cool water, making November one of the best times of year to catch them.

You’ll find saugeye in many Oklahoma reservoirs and lakes, especially those stocked by the ODWC. Look for them near points, dropoffs, and riprap areas, where baitfish gathers as water temperatures fall.

Try these late-fall tactics:

• Slow it down: As the water cools, saugeye feed less aggressively. Use slow retrieves with jigs, crankbaits, or soft plastics.

• Fish low light: Early morning and late evening hours often bring the best bite.

• Target transitions: Focus on rocky shorelines and areas where shallow flats meet deeper water.

Lakes like Tom Steed, Fort Cobb, Thunderbird, Sooner, and Ellsworth are known saugeye hotspots, and this time of year, the crowds are thin and the fish are hungry.

Bundle up, grab a handful of jigs, and enjoy some of the most underrated fishing of the year.