🎣 Fishing Reports
Daily conditions, flows, and hatch reports for Central Oregon fly fishing waters.
Deschutes River Fishing Report — July 13, 2026 | Caddis Heating Up, Flows Elevated
The lower Deschutes is running 3,800 cfs with clear water at 64°F — slightly elevated but very fishable. Evening caddis hatches are the main event, with solid PMD activity each morning. Grab your Elk Hair Caddis and Stimulator and get on the water.
Crooked River Fishing Report – July 12, 2026 | Terrebonne & Crooked River Ranch
The Crooked River is fishing beautifully with cold 56°F tailwater temps and gin-clear conditions near Terrebonne and Crooked River Ranch. Zebra Midges and Pheasant Tail Nymphs are the top producers — this is Central Oregon's best midsummer trout destination right now.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – July 12, 2026 | Maupin Area
The lower Deschutes is running 3,720 CFS with crystal-clear water at 64°F — prime conditions for the July caddis hatch with excellent evening dry fly action expected. Fish early and late as afternoon temps push fish into shaded seams.
Crooked River Fishing Report – July 11, 2026: Elevated Flows, Cold Water, Excellent Redband Action
The Crooked River below Bowman Dam is running elevated at 1,200 cfs with cold 56°F Opal Springs water keeping conditions prime — ODFW confirms excellent redband trout action this week. Focus on nymphing with Zebra Midge and Pheasant Tail Nymph in slower seams and eddies.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – July 11, 2026: Caddis Firing, 3,720 CFS, 64°F
The lower Deschutes is fishing well at 3,720 cfs and a comfortable 64°F — caddis are firing hard in the evenings and the PMD hatch is still producing in the mornings near Maupin. Elk Hair Caddis, Stimulator, and Pheasant Tail Nymph are your top picks for July 11.
Crooked River Fishing Report – July 10, 2026
The Crooked River below Bowman Dam is running at 1,110 cfs with crystal-clear 55°F water — elevated flow but prime trout temperatures make for excellent fishing all day. Zebra Midges and Pheasant Tail Nymphs are the ticket, with Woolly Buggers producing at depth in higher water.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – July 10, 2026
The lower Deschutes is in prime summer form at 3,670 cfs and 64°F — crystal clear water, solid wading, and evening caddis hatches firing hard in the Maupin canyon. Fish the Elk Hair Caddis at dusk and a Chubby Chernobyl dropper rig mid-day for consistent action on wild redsides.
Crooked River Fishing Report – July 9, 2026 | Elevated Flows, Cold Water, Midges Producing
The Crooked River tailwater is running elevated at 1,240 cfs but offers superb 55°F water temperatures and active fish. Midges are producing all day and nymphing with Zebra Midges and Pheasant Tails is the key — wade carefully and stick to bank edges with flows above average.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – July 9, 2026 | Evening Caddis in Full Swing
The lower Deschutes is fishing excellent at 3,670 cfs and 64°F with crystal-clear water. Evening caddis are the main event from 5–8 PM with PMDs running midday — bring your Elk Hair Caddis and Stimulators for a classic July dry fly session in the Maupin canyon.
Crooked River Fly Fishing Report — July 8, 2026
The Crooked River is running elevated at 1,100 cfs with prime water temps of 55.6°F — ideal for trout but challenging for wading. Bank fishing is recommended today. Evening caddis hatches are active and midges are producing throughout the day below Bowman Dam.
Deschutes River Fly Fishing Report — July 8, 2026
The lower Deschutes is running 3,690 cfs with clear water and excellent conditions this week. Salmonfly season is done but evening caddis hatches are firing beautifully from 5–8 PM, with PMDs active midday. Water temps are 63.7°F at Moody — fish the mornings and evenings for the best dry fly action.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – July 7, 2026: Evening Caddis Prime Time in the Lower Canyon
The lower Deschutes is running a fishable 3,720 cfs with crystal-clear water at 64°F — a classic summer setup. Target the morning PMD and BWO hatches early, rest the water through the brutal midday heat, and be back on the water by 6 PM for what could be the best evening caddis fishing of the season.
Crooked River Fishing Report – July 7, 2026: PMDs, Caddis, and Tailwater Magic Below Bowman Dam
The Crooked River tailwater below Bowman Dam is firing on all cylinders — cold 55°F water, clear flows, and a reliable mix of PMD and caddis hatches morning through evening. This is Central Oregon tailwater fishing at its summer best, with consistent action for anglers willing to match the hatch and switch flies throughout the day.
Deschutes River Report – July 6, 2026 | Evening Caddis in Full Swing, Redsides Rising
The lower Deschutes is fishing well at 3,720 cfs with crystal-clear water and temperatures hitting 68°F. Evening caddis hatches are heavy and spectacular — fish the early morning PMD window and return at 6 PM when redsides push into the riffles. Top flies: Elk Hair Caddis, Stimulator, Pheasant Tail Nymph.
Crooked River Report – July 6, 2026 | Cold Water, Double Hatches & Outstanding Dry Fly Action
The Crooked River tailwater is fishing exceptionally well with a cold 56°F water temp and crystal-clear flows. A reliable two-hatch day pattern has emerged — PMDs from 10 AM–noon, then caddis from 2 PM through dark. Top flies: Elk Hair Caddis, Parachute Adams, Pheasant Tail Nymph, and Zebra Midge.