With the Red and Washita rivers feeding it, Lake Texoma is one of the top freshwater striped bass fisheries in the nation. Although it supports excellent populations of other bass and catfish, the lake is legendary for its stripers. "Lake Texoma is so special, it has its very own fishing license available from both sides of the lake," says Lake Texoma State Park manager Richard Keithley. "Not only can you fish it with a Texas or Oklahoma permit, you can also buy a Lake Texoma permit." Lake Texoma State Park is proud to be the home of the Texoma Striper Guide Association at Catfish Bay Marina. Members include Richard Price from Price's Guide Service, James Allen from Blue Water Striper Guide Service, Ray Farrior from Snowgoose Striper Guide Service, and Gary and Terry Scarberry from Scarberry's Striper Guide Service. The park highly recommends these fishing guides, as they all have years of experience helping visitors catch fish. These guide services are available year round. There's no shortage of marinas, boat ramps and lakeside amenities. The marina is a full service marina with a convenience store and a fuel dock. Lake Texoma State Park offers both tent and RV camping (with restrooms and showers), as well as hiking trails and a nature center. The Park offers swimming, camping, picnic areas and wildlife viewing opportunities. Picnic tables and fire rings are available in day-use areas but are on a first come, first serve basis. Lake Texoma State Park's overnight facilities include tent camping and two RV areas. Approximately 88 full hookup RV sites, 41 RV sites with water, electric (30 and 50 amp) and 200 tent sites are available. The on-site Rally Campground offers an open grass area with 16 electric clusters accommodating up to four units each with 30 amp electric and water service. Lake Texoma State Park has no day-use fees. Canoe, paddleboat and pontoon rentals are available. Whether you fish, camp or water ski, a fun time is guaranteed when you visit Lake Texoma. More information can be obtained at Lake Texoma State Park, 11500 Park Office Rd, Kingston, OK 73439. The phone number is 580-564-2566. Images courtesy of Lake Texoma Guide Service and Fishstriper.com