Best Fishing Lakes Near Redbud Tiny Home & RV Resort

There’s nothing like pairing your stay at Redbud Tiny Home & RV Resort with a peaceful day of fishing. Luckily, our resort is surrounded by some of Oklahoma’s most popular fishing lakes—ranging from small-town hideaways to sprawling reservoirs famous across the region. Whether you’re after largemouth bass, slab crappie, or just a relaxing afternoon on the water, you don’t have to go far to find your perfect fishing spot.

Here’s your guide to the best fishing lakes near Redbud, all within about 40 miles.

Vinita Lake Park — 18.9 miles

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A friendly, family-oriented spot, Vinita Lake Park is a small recreational lake (about 45 acres) stocked with bass, crappie and catfish — perfect for shore fishing, kayak or electric-motor boats. The city park offers fishing docks and a boat ramp; note state fishing license rules apply when you go.

Lake Hudson (Mayes County) — 29 miles

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Lake Hudson is a much larger GRDA reservoir with extensive shoreline and a reputation for quality bass fishing plus a mix of crappie, catfish and hybrid stripers. It has multiple public boat ramps, camping and marina services — a good choice if you want a full-service lake day with boating and overnight options. 

Chimney Rock Lake / W. R. Holway Reservoir — 35.5 miles

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Also known as Lake W. R. Holway (formerly Chimney Rock), this is a smaller, clear-water reservoir attached to the Hudson system that anglers praise for bass and crappie and for being quieter than the big lakes. It’s scenic and often peaceful — a solid pick when you want solitude and clearer water.

Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees — 34.8 miles

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One of Oklahoma’s largest and most famous lakes (tens of thousands of surface acres and over a thousand miles of shoreline), Grand Lake is a hotspot for largemouth and hybrid bass, white and black crappie, big catfish and even paddlefish. Expect lots of marina services, state parks, tournament activity and plenty of places to launch or rent gear.

Oologah Lake — 38.6 miles

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Oologah is another big reservoir (roughly 29–30k acres) known for healthy populations of largemouth bass, walleye, crappie and some very large catfish. The US Army Corps of Engineers maintains campgrounds, many ramps and trails — great if you want a multi-day fishing/camping getaway. 

Quick planning tips:

  • Oklahoma fishing license and lake-specific regulations apply — always carry a license and check special limits (e.g., crappie or bass rules) before you go.

  • For solitude and clear water, try Chimney Rock (W.R. Holway). For variety and services (marinas, rentals, campgrounds), choose Grand Lake, Lake Hudson or Oologah. (Vinita is great for an easy, family-friendly outing.)

  • Conditions change seasonally — for up-to-date bite reports, boat ramp status or stocking/survey updates, check the Oklahoma Dept. of Wildlife or local bait shops/marina pages before you head out.

So pack your rods, grab your tackle box, and get ready to cast out just minutes away from Redbud Tiny Home & RV Resort. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful pond or a sprawling lake adventure, your perfect fishing getaway is closer than you think.

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