🎣 Fishing Reports
Daily conditions, flows, and hatch reports for Central Oregon fly fishing waters.
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.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – July 5, 2026 | Caddis in Full Swing, Fish Early
The lower Deschutes is flowing at 3,690 CFS with water temps at 64°F — fishable and beautiful, but plan your day around the hatches. Evening caddis emergences are explosive right now, PMDs are coming off strong in the mornings, and a Chubby Chernobyl along the bank can still move big fish. Get on the water early and stay late.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – July 4, 2026 | Elevated Flows, Evening Caddis Prime
The lower Deschutes is running elevated at 3,750 cfs with a flood watch in effect — wading is dangerous, but drift boat anglers are finding fish on evening caddis and PMD hatches. Water temps are 64F with slightly off-color clarity; focus on early morning and evening dry fly windows.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – July 3, 2026 | Caddis Heating Up, 3,690 CFS
The lower Deschutes is fishing great this 4th of July weekend with flows at 3,690 CFS, crystal-clear water at 62.6°F, and heavy evening caddis hatches in the Maupin canyon. Elk Hair Caddis and Parachute Adams are the top picks — load up and get out there.
Deschutes River Fishing Report — July 2, 2026: Caddis Heating Up, Solid Flows at 3,690 CFS
The lower Deschutes is fishing well at 3,690 cfs with crystal-clear water and a temp of 61°F. Evening caddis hatches are intensifying as July heat builds — grab your Elk Hair Caddis and Chubby Chernobyl and plan early mornings for PMDs and evenings for the caddis flight.
Deschutes River Report – July 1, 2026: Caddis Season Peaks on the Lower Canyon
The lower Deschutes is in prime summer form with flows at 3,690 cfs and water temps a perfect 60°F. Evening caddis hatches are the main event — grab your Elk Hair Caddis and hit the canyon seams from 5 PM to dark. Wind is a factor today, so prioritize sheltered bends and sub-surface techniques through midday.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – June 30, 2026: PMDs & Caddis Prime the Maupin Stretch
The lower Deschutes is fishing in prime form this June 30th, with flows at 3,720 CFS and crystal-clear water at 60.8°F. Evening caddis hatches and midday PMDs are bringing fish to the surface — grab your Elk Hair Caddis and Parachute Adams and get on the water.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – June 29, 2026 | Record Low Flows, Killer Mayfly Hatches
The lower Deschutes is running at a record-low 3,720 cfs for this date — the lowest since records began in 1897 — with crystal-clear water at 61°F and outstanding mayfly hatches of PMDs, PEDs, and BWOs popping mid-day. A cooling weather front has fish feeding aggressively and crowds are thin. This is prime time to be on the water.
Deschutes River Fishing Report — June 28, 2026: Record Low Flows & Caddis Bonanza
The Deschutes is running at a record low 3,690 cfs for late June — lowest in 129 years of records — with gin-clear water and explosive caddis hatches dominating morning and evening sessions. A cooling front brings cloud cover ideal for mid-day PMD and BWO action. Fish the Elk Hair Caddis in the morning, swing soft hackles in the afternoons, and watch for potential ODFW Hoot Owl closure notices.
Deschutes River Fishing Report — June 27, 2026
The lower Deschutes is at a historic low of 3,690 cfs — the lowest flow for this date on record — with clear water and excellent wading in the Maupin corridor. A cooling front this weekend is setting up ideal caddis and mayfly conditions. Avoid the section below the White River confluence, which is running off-color following a surge to ~3,700 cfs.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – June 26, 2026: Caddis Take Center Stage in the Maupin Canyon
The lower Deschutes is running 3,720 cfs with water temps at 62°F as caddis dominate the hatch scene this week. Maupin-area water is clear and fishing well; anglers should note White River turbidity in the lowermost canyon sections. Top patterns: Elk Hair Caddis, Pheasant Tail Nymph, and Stimulator.
Lower Deschutes River Report — June 25, 2026: Caddis Prime, Excellent Summer Conditions
Caddis season is in full swing on the lower Deschutes with excellent water clarity and fishable summer flows at 3,690 cfs (USGS Moody gauge). Evening hatches are producing outstanding dry fly action on redband trout — Elk Hair Caddis and Chubby Chernobyl are the top picks from Maupin through the Sherars Falls corridor.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – June 24, 2026: PMDs & Yellow Sallies Taking Over, Flows at 3,690 CFS
The Lower Deschutes is fishing well in the Maupin corridor at 3,690 CFS with clear water and PMD and Yellow Sally hatches ramping up. Avoid the section below the White River confluence, which is currently off-color from a tributary surge.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – June 23, 2026: Caddis Madness & PMDs in Full Swing
The Deschutes is firing on all cylinders with caddis hatches described as "insane" in the evenings, PMDs coming off on cloudy days, and Yellow Sallies taking over from the golden stones. Flows are 3,720 CFS with crystal-clear water at 64.4°F — wade with caution above Sherars, fish the mornings and evenings, and have your Elk Hair Caddis and Stimulators ready.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – June 22, 2026: Summer Caddis & Golden Stones in Full Swing
The lower Deschutes is fishing beautifully in late June with 3,720 cfs of clear, green water and water temps at 64.2°F. Evening Caddis hatches are explosive and Golden Stonefly action is prime — hit the water early morning or the last two hours before dark for the best dry fly opportunities.