Are ticks a problem in Ok?

There have been 70 tick reports near Ok, OK, with 0 bites and 70 sightings. The most common species reported is the Deer Tick. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Ok?

The most commonly reported tick species in Ok include Deer Tick, Unidentified, Lone Star Tick. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in Ok, OK

70 tick reports from the Ok, OK area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Ok

Deer Tick56 (80%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Unidentified13 (19%)

Lone Star Tick1 (1%)

Risk: Moderate — Alpha-gal syndrome

Tick Safety in Ok

Ticks are active in Ok, OK and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Deer Tick, making up 80% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days