Weekly swim report · October 20, 2026
Oklahoma swim report
On October 20, 2026 the warmest USGS water reading in Oklahoma was 69°F at Spavinaw Creek near Eucha, OK; no water-related NWS hazards are active.
Warmest water
The 5 warmest of 16 sensors reporting a water temperature in Oklahoma today. Station names open the official monitoring page.
- #1Spavinaw Creek near Eucha, OKUSGS gauge · 103 ft³/s69°F 21°C19 hrs ago
- #2Beaty Creek near Jay, OKUSGS gauge · 10 ft³/s68°F 20°C19 hrs ago
- #3Mountain Fork near Eagletown, OKUSGS gauge · 140 ft³/s67°F 19°C19 hrs ago
- #4Saline Ck at CR 490 nr Kenwood, OKUSGS gauge · 28 ft³/s65°F 19°C19 hrs ago
- #5Saline Creek near Bull Hollow, OKUSGS gauge · 9 ft³/s64°F 18°C19 hrs ago
Active hazards in Oklahoma
No water-related NWS hazards are active in Oklahoma right now. Checked live against the National Weather Service alert feed.
Where to swim in Oklahoma
The most-reviewed, well-rated water destinations in Oklahoma — check each one’s live conditions before you go.
4.5(1,761)Arkansas River
The sixth-longest river in the United States at 1,469 miles, the Arkansas River flows from the Rocky Mountains near Leadville, Colorado through Kansas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas to meet the Mississippi. The upper Colorado stretch offers premier whitewater rafting through Brown's Canyon and the Royal Gorge, plus Gold Medal trout fishing. The 445-mile McClellan-Kerr Navigation System in Oklahoma and Arkansas supports commercial barge traffic and recreation. The river drains nearly 170,000 square miles across its course.
4.7(887)Eufaula Lake
Large lake offering boating, swimming & fishing, plus campsites & a marina with watercraft rentals.
4.6(757)Lake Ponca Park
Park with a playground, disc-golf course & enclosed fishing dock, plus picnic tables & a swim beach.
4.7(622)Lake Hefner
This reservoir lake with a lighthouse is popular for sailing, fishing & birdwatching.
Bernice Area at Grand Lake State Park
Best known for its crappie, this popular fishing site also has bass, sunfish, catfish & bluegill.
4.5(457)Lake Wister State Park
Lake Wister State Park is a 3,428-acre Oklahoma state park located in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It is located near the city of Wister, Oklahoma. Lake Wister State Park, in southeast Oklahoma, is a gateway to the beautiful Ouachita National Forest. The park includes 7,300-acre Lake Wister with five camping areas.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.