It might be mid winter and hard to think about fishing, but it will be here before you know it. Actually there is some good trout fishing to be had in the Maupin area on the Deschutes this time of year if you want to take a break from skiing and pick your days. Happy to show you what we mean. Speaking of the Deschutes, Season starts Warm Springs to Northern Reservation Boundary April ???? The calendar is filling up already, especially prime time Salmon Fly in May and caddis in July. Better to call now, get your group organized now before you miss the best of the Deschutes. These multi-day camping trips down the canyon are such a great time with friends and family. Scenery is amazing, un-plugging from the rat race is needed, and the fishing is really good. Lots of opportunity for dry fly fishing and just fun times catching fat, hard fighting “Redside”
First up ( we jumped the gun a little and got side tracked talking about the Deschutes), is the Owyhee. We will head over to Eastern Oregon on ?????. Staying at the bed and breakfast right on the river is fantastic and is in a great location. Sunrises and sets in the canyon are a great way to start and end a day of chasing brown trout. The spring fishing is a mix of dry/drop, nymphing and when the BWO and skwala hatch gets going, some solid dry fly action. We might even throw some streamers. As we speak we have three sets of dates open, March 19-21st, 23rd to 25th and April 12th -14th. For more information about group size, and details on fishing this beautiful canyon tailwater fishery, feel free to call or email. It is a true gem.
Maybe it is a little early to talk steelhead, but last years uptick in returns was a blast and looking forward to this upcoming season. Fingers crossed the trend will continue upward and back to the glory days. The Deschutes is such a classic swung fly steelhead playground and we can’t wait to show off how fun this legendary fishery can be.
Over the years , new clients have become friends that we look forward to seeing and fishing with year after year. This is for sure one of the biggest perks to the job, building these lasting relationships and helping make and share memories. We want to help make more and share these trips and experiences with even more folks. So, for a limited of time this season, refer a friend, and we’ll send a sharp looking Deschutes River Anglers hat your way. This hat is a guaranteed lucky fishing hat and will keep you looking good around town. Call or have your friend mention your name and this email and, bam, new hat coming at you.
We are really looking forward to 2025 and the great opportunities it brings. Hope to see you on the water. If we can help plan an Oregon fishing trip or you want more information, feel free to reach out. We are on the water a lot and not always in service, bu we will get back to you as soon as we have service. For updates follow on Instagram or check out fishing reports on the website! Thanks again!
Tight lines,
Cory Godell
Deschutes River Anglers
