🎣 Fishing Reports
Daily conditions, flows, and hatch reports for Central Oregon fly fishing waters.
Crooked River Fishing Report – September 18, 2026: Mahogany Duns Emerging, Crystal-Clear Tailwater
The Crooked River tailwater is in prime shape with gin-clear water at 54.9°F and flows of ~140–175 CFS in the prime fishing section. September Mahogany Dun hatches are kicking off alongside consistent caddis, BWOs, and midges — a classic fall day on this wild redband canyon.
Crooked River Fishing Report – September 17, 2026
Crooked River flows have spiked dramatically to 1,340 CFS (up from 142 CFS on Sept 11), creating off-color, hazardous wading conditions. Bank fishing with Copper Johns and Zebra Midges tight to structure is your best bet; watch for the Mahogany Dun hatch to pop as flows drop in coming days.
Crooked River Fishing Report – September 16, 2026
The Crooked River is fishing excellently below Bowman Dam with crystal-clear water at 55°F — ideal fall conditions. PMDs are winding down while Blue-Winged Olives ramp up for prime afternoon dry fly action. Zebra Midges and Pheasant Tail Nymphs are the workhorses of any rig, with a Parachute Adams ready for the afternoon rise.
Crooked River Fishing Report – September 15, 2026: Prime Dry Fly Action Below Bowman Dam
The Crooked River below Bowman Dam is in prime condition for fall fly fishing — clear water at 55°F with active PMD, caddis, and BWO hatches throughout the day. Mahogany Duns are beginning to appear, and the redband trout are hungry. Excellent dry fly and nymph fishing from Lone Pine Road to the Terrebonne area.
Crooked River Fishing Report — September 14, 2026: Mahogany Duns Emerging, Redband Trout On The Feed
September Mahogany Dun season is underway on the Crooked River and the wild redband rainbows are responding in force. Water temps are holding at a perfect 55°F with gin-clear visibility — bring your Parachute Adams and Pheasant Tail Nymphs for an outstanding afternoon session.
Crooked River Fishing Report – September 13, 2026 | Elevated Flows, Cold Water & Tailwater Rainbows
The Crooked River tailwater is running elevated at 1,310 cfs today — wading caution is advised — but cold 55°F water temps keep this tailwater fishery in play. Focus on inside seams and slower bank water with Zebra Midges, Copper Johns, and Pheasant Tail Nymphs.
Crooked River Fishing Report: September 12, 2026 — PMDs, Caddis & Stellar Dry Fly Action
The Crooked River below Bowman Dam is firing on all cylinders — 55°F crystal-clear water, PMD mornings, black caddis at midday, and BWOs in the afternoon. Local guides are reporting outstanding days with fish rising throughout the day. Zebra Midges, Elk Hair Caddis, and Pheasant Tail Nymphs are the top patterns right now.
Crooked River Fishing Report – September 11, 2026: Mahogany Duns and Fall Fishing in Prime Form
The Crooked River is running clear at 56°F with excellent September conditions near Terrebonne and Crooked River Ranch. Mahogany Duns are starting to emerge, triggering quality dry fly fishing in the afternoon, while Zebra Midges and Pheasant Tail Nymphs keep action consistent all day. Catch-and-release only — one of Central Oregon's most reliable fall fisheries.
Crooked River Fishing Report — September 10, 2026: World-Class Tailwater Fishing Below Bowman Dam
The Crooked River tailwater below Bowman Dam is delivering outstanding fishing this September — gin-clear water at 55.4°F, caddis and PMD hatches in full swing, and 4,000+ trout per mile waiting. The Chimney Rock reach is running ~175–200 CFS (ideal wading levels). Zebra Midges, Pheasant Tails, and Parachute Adams are the top producers.
Fall Fires Up on the Crooked: Caddis, PMDs, and Early Mahogany Duns — Guides Calling It Incredible
The Crooked River below Bowman Dam is fishing at its best of the season — guides reporting incredible days with caddis and PMD hatches in full swing and the first Mahogany Duns of fall on the horizon. Water is crystal clear at 55°F; USGS gauge reads 1,240 cfs at the Opal Springs station (prime fishing section below Bowman runs approximately 150-200 cfs). Fly fishing only, catch-and-release.
Crooked River Report – September 8, 2026 | Tailwater Trout Active, Flows Running Elevated
The Crooked River below Bowman Dam is fishing at Fair conditions today with elevated flows (1,260 cfs at the downstream gauge) and excellent 55°F water temps. Target bank eddies and slow seams — Zebra Midges and Pheasant Tail Nymphs are the ticket for active trout stacked in the soft water.
Crooked River Fishing Report – September 7, 2026: Incredible Caddis & PMD Action Below Bowman Dam
The Crooked River tailwater below Bowman Dam is delivering incredible fishing this September with 55°F water, strong caddis and PMD hatches, and dam-controlled flows around 175–200 CFS in the Chimney Rock section. Zebra Midges, Pheasant Tail Nymphs, and Elk Hair Caddis are the hot tickets right now.
Crooked River Fishing Report – September 6, 2026 | Below Bowman Dam
The Crooked River is running elevated at 1,340 cfs with off-color water — wade with extreme caution. Water temperature is a cold, fish-friendly 55°F. Target slow inside seams with heavy nymphs: Woolly Buggers, Copper Johns, and Zebra Midges are your best bets today. Mahogany Duns are beginning to emerge — a bright spot on an otherwise challenging day.
Crooked River Fishing Report – September 5, 2026: Cool Water & Hungry Rainbows
The Crooked River below Bowman Dam is delivering reliable September action with cold 55°F tailwater and an outstanding trout population. Zebra Midges and Pheasant Tail Nymphs are the go-to patterns, with a productive trico and BWO window in the morning for dry fly enthusiasts.
Crooked River Fishing Report – September 4, 2026 | Tailwater Below Bowman Dam
The Crooked River tailwater below Bowman Dam is fishing well this Friday with clear, cold water at 54.9°F. PMDs are producing afternoon dry fly action between 1–4 PM, while Pheasant Tail Nymphs and Zebra Midges are the go-to sub-surface producers. Consistent, stable conditions make for ideal Central Oregon tailwater trout fishing.