🎣 Fishing Reports
Daily conditions, flows, and hatch reports for Central Oregon fly fishing waters.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – June 6, 2026 | Salmonfly Hatch Peak, Maupin Canyon
The lower Deschutes is running 3,860 CFS with clear water at 59.7°F — the Salmonfly hatch front is pushing actively through the Maupin canyon right now, with Golden Stoneflies overlapping for an exceptional big-dry-fly window. Fish tight to the banks with a Chubby Chernobyl or Stimulator from midday through late afternoon.
Deschutes River Fishing Report — Caddis Madness & Falling Flows | June 5, 2026
Flows on the lower Deschutes are dropping to 3,860 cfs and the caddis hatch is absolutely insane — this is the week to be on the water near Maupin. Water temps hit a prime 58.8°F with clear conditions and great PMD and PED activity rounding out the evening fishing.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – June 4, 2026: Golden Stones & PMDs Take Center Stage
The lower Deschutes is fishing beautifully at 3,860 CFS and 59.7°F — Golden Stoneflies and PMDs are driving excellent dry-fly action in the Maupin canyon. Float the river or work the banks with a Chubby Chernobyl or Stimulator, and drop a Pheasant Tail or Copper John for non-stop nymph action between hatches.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – June 3, 2026: Caddis Season Peaks, 4,000 CFS, Prime Dry-Fly Conditions
The lower Deschutes is running at 4,000 CFS and 62°F with crystal-clear conditions — caddis hatches are going off, and June is delivering prime dry-fly action through the Maupin canyon. Float the Maupin-to-Harpham Flat run for best access and load your box with Elk Hair Caddis and Stimulators.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – June 2, 2026 | Caddis Explosions & Elevated Flows
The lower Deschutes is running at 4,030 CFS and 60°F — elevated but very fishable with prime June caddis hatches firing hard. Expect slightly off-color main channel water with clean edges; Elk Hair Caddis and Stimulators are the flies of the moment above and below Sherars Falls.
Deschutes River Fishing Report — June 1, 2026: Salmonfly Hatch Hits Full Peak at Maupin
The Salmonfly hatch is at full peak on the Lower Deschutes from Trout Creek through Maupin, with Golden Stones overlapping and Tan Caddis strong in the evenings. Flows are 4,110 cfs at Moody with crystal-clear 58°F water — prime conditions for big dry flies fished tight to the banks.
Deschutes River Fishing Report — May 31, 2026: Salmonfly Peak at Maupin, Elevated Flows
The Salmonfly hatch is at full peak from Trout Creek through Maupin — the best dry-fly event of the year on the lower Deschutes. Flows are 4,380 CFS at Moody with water temps at a prime 56°F. A flood watch is in effect through the weekend; wade carefully and fish the banks hard with Chubby Chernobyls and Stimulators.
Lower Deschutes Report – May 30, 2026: Salmonfly Peak is HERE — Drop Everything
The Lower Deschutes Salmonfly hatch is at full peak from Trout Creek through Maupin — the single best dry-fly window of the year. Flows are running 4,260 CFS at Moody with a warm 57°F water temperature. Lead with a Chubby Chernobyl or Stimulator slammed tight to the banks and hold on.
Deschutes River Fishing Report — May 29, 2026: Golden Stones & Caddis Take Center Stage
Golden Stoneflies are erupting through the Maupin corridor as the Salmonfly peak transitions — the lower Deschutes is fishing well on big dries. Flow is 3,860 CFS at 61°F with Tan Caddis filling the evenings and PMDs popping in the flats. A great Memorial Day weekend window.
Deschutes River Fishing Report — May 28, 2026: Salmonfly Hatch at Full Peak, Maupin to Warm Springs
The Lower Deschutes Salmonfly hatch is at absolute peak from Trout Creek through Maupin — the best dry-fly window of the year is happening right now. Flows are 3,780 CFS at Moody with water at a perfect 60°F. Fish big stonefly dries tight to the canyon banks with a Chubby Chernobyl or Stimulator, and do not miss the evening caddis flights.
Deschutes River Fishing Report — May 27, 2026: Golden Stones & Caddis Taking Center Stage
The lower Deschutes is flowing at 3,780 cfs with water temps at a prime 57.6°F. Golden Stoneflies are taking over from the salmonflies, caddis are coming on strong at dusk, and Stimulators and Chubby Chernobyls are producing all day. Boat fishing is ideal at current flows; wading is technical.
Lower Deschutes River Report — Salmonfly Hatch at Full Peak | May 26, 2026
The Lower Deschutes Salmonfly hatch has hit full peak from Trout Creek through Maupin — the most electric dry-fly window of the year. River running 3,780 CFS at 59°F with aggressive redside rainbows crushing big stonefly dries on bank edges. Get out there now.
Lower Deschutes River Report — May 25, 2026: Salmonfly Peak Ignites Canyon Dry Fly Action
The Lower Deschutes Salmonfly hatch is at full peak from Trout Creek through Maupin — this is the most electric dry-fly window of the year. Running 3,800 CFS at 61°F with slightly off-color water; target bank seams with big stonefly dries. Golden Stones and evening caddis round out a spectacular Memorial Day weekend.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – May 24, 2026: Golden Stones Peak as Salmonfly Season Wraps Up
The Golden Stonefly hatch is fully underway through the Maupin corridor as the Salmonfly season wraps up. Flows are at 3,800 CFS with water temps at a prime 60.6°F — bring your big dry flies and expect aggressive surface action on the Chubby Chernobyl and Stimulator.
Lower Deschutes Fishing Report – May 23, 2026: Salmonfly Hatch at Full Peak
The Lower Deschutes salmonfly hatch is at full peak from Trout Creek through Maupin — this is the moment you have been waiting for. Flows are elevated at 3,800 CFS with a flood watch in effect through the weekend, so boat anglers have the edge. Bring your Chubby Chernobyl and Stimulator.