Full Day Sooner Lake Bass & Saugeye Adventure
Private Trip
Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing
Full 8hour guided fishing adventure on Sooner LakeTarget saugeye and hybrid striped bass with Captain MartyWellequipped 20' Lowe boat with GPS and fish finder
Captain Marty Battles knows Sooner Lake like the back of his hand, and he's ready to put you on some serious fish. This isn't your typical half-day quickie – we're talking a full 8 hours of prime fishing time targeting two of Oklahoma's hardest fighting species. From the first cast at 8 AM until we head back to the dock, you'll be working the best spots on the lake with proven techniques that consistently produce fish. Whether you're a seasoned angler looking to dial in your saugeye game or someone who's never felt the pull of a hybrid striper, this trip delivers the kind of action that keeps folks coming back season after season.
We'll meet at Sooner Lake Recreation Area bright and early, where Captain Marty's 20-foot Lowe Center Console will be rigged and ready to roll. This boat isn't just for show – it's set up specifically for the way these fish behave on Sooner Lake. The GPS and fish finder are your best friends out here, helping us locate schools of baitfish and the structure where saugeye and hybrids like to ambush their meals. The livewell keeps your catches fresh, and there's plenty of room for two anglers to work without getting tangled up in each other's lines. With 8 full hours on the water, we've got time to hit multiple spots, adjust tactics based on what the fish are telling us, and really fine-tune your technique. Don't forget that Oklahoma fishing license – game wardens are active on Sooner Lake and nobody wants their day cut short over paperwork.
Sooner Lake's structure is what makes it such a productive fishery, and Captain Marty knows every submerged creek channel, rock pile, and drop-off where these fish set up shop. We'll be working a mix of live bait and artificials depending on what's working that day. Saugeye are notorious for being finicky eaters, so having multiple presentations ready is key – sometimes they want a slow-rolled jig along the bottom, other times they'll crush a shallow-running crankbait over the flats. Hybrid stripers are a different animal altogether. These fish are aggressive predators that travel in schools, and when you find them feeding, the action can be absolutely electric. We'll use everything from topwater plugs during the early morning bite to deep-diving spoons when they're holding in the thermocline. The beauty of an 8-hour trip is that we can adapt to changing conditions throughout the day. Morning might find us working shallow points for active hybrids, while the afternoon could have us vertical jigging in deeper water for saugeye that have moved off the structure.
Saugeye are the crown jewel of Sooner Lake's fishery, and for good reason. These walleye-sauger hybrids combine the best traits of both parent species – they're aggressive like sauger but grow larger like walleye. Most fish run between 14-18 inches, but don't be surprised if you hook into a 20-plus-incher that'll test your drag system. They're structure-oriented fish that love to hang around rocky points, submerged timber, and creek channels. Spring and fall are prime time when they're most active, but skilled anglers can find them year-round if you know where to look. What makes saugeye so special is their fighting ability – they don't jump like a bass, but they'll make strong runs and use their body weight to stay deep. Plus, they're some of the best eating fish that swim in Oklahoma waters.
Hybrid striped bass bring a completely different energy to your day on Sooner Lake. These fish are pure muscle – a 5-pound hybrid fights like a 10-pound largemouth, and the bigger ones will absolutely wear you out. They're schooling fish that follow the baitfish, which means when you find them, you can often catch several before they move on. Hybrids in Sooner Lake typically range from 3-8 pounds, with occasional monsters pushing into double digits. They're most active during low-light periods, making early morning and late evening prime time for topwater action. But even during midday, you can find them suspended over deep structure or cruising the main lake points. What anglers love most about hybrid stripers is their unpredictability – they might be shallow one day and deep the next, keeping you on your toes and making each trip a puzzle to solve.
Sooner Lake consistently ranks as one of Oklahoma's top fishing destinations, and Captain Marty's full-day trips are becoming the go-to choice for serious anglers who want to maximize their time on the water. Eight hours gives you the best shot at experiencing everything this lake has to offer – from the early morning topwater bite to the steady afternoon action over deeper structure. The boat's equipped with everything you need, the captain knows where to find fish in any season, and you'll walk away with techniques that'll make you a better angler on any body of water. Spots fill up fast, especially during peak season, so don't wait too long to secure your date. Whether you're targeting a personal best saugeye or just want to feel the pull of a hard-fighting hybrid, this trip delivers the kind of action that creates lasting memories and keeps you planning your next visit to Sooner Lake.
Your fishing platform for this full-day Sooner Lake adventure is a solid 20-foot Lowe center console that gets you where the saugeye and hybrid striped bass are biting. The 150 HP Mercury engine cuts through the water smoothly, covering ground quickly between productive spots while the wireless trolling motor keeps things quiet when you're working structure. Captain Marty has this boat dialed in with GPS and fish finder to locate schools and navigate back to hot spots. The livewell keeps your catch fresh, and there's even a multimedia system for those moments between bites. Built for Oklahoma's bigger lakes, this setup handles Sooner Lake's open water with ease while giving you the maneuverability to work shorelines and drop-offs where these hard-fighting fish hang out.
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