🎣 Fishing Reports
Daily conditions, flows, and hatch reports for Central Oregon fly fishing waters.
Deschutes River Fishing Report — August 5, 2026: Caddis, Hoppers & Summer Canyon Conditions
The lower Deschutes is flowing at 3,800 CFS with clear water and 61°F temperatures — prime summer conditions in the Maupin canyon. August caddis and hopper action is in full swing with excellent evening dry fly opportunities above and below Sherars Falls. Check current BLM access conditions before your trip, as some fire-related closures from late July may still affect boat ramps.
Deschutes River Fishing Report — August 4, 2026: Summer Caddis in Full Swing
The Lower Deschutes is fishing well this week with flows at 3,800 cfs (Moody gauge) and water temps at a trout-friendly 62°F. August caddis are firing hard in the evenings — Elk Hair Caddis and Stimulators are the top producers, with PMDs working midday and Copper John/Pheasant Tail nymphs killing it subsurface.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – August 3, 2026
The lower Deschutes is fishing well with 3,800 cfs at Moody and crystal-clear water at 62°F. Evening caddis hatches are the highlight, with Yellow Sallies and hoppers rounding out a solid August dry-fly menu. Flows are normal for summer — get out there.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – August 2, 2026: Caddis Season Peaks Amid Smoky Skies
The lower Deschutes is fishing well at 3,780 CFS and 63°F with prime evening caddis hatches lighting up the Maupin corridor. Plan for early morning and evening sessions, and note active wildfire smoke in the area. Elk Hair Caddis and Stimulators are the top surface flies right now.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – August 1, 2026: Caddis Evening Action, Fire & Smoke Advisory
The lower Deschutes is running at 3,800 CFS with clear water and a morning temp of 63.7°F — fish early and late to avoid afternoon heat. Caddis hatches are firing at dusk, and nymphing is solid throughout the day. IMPORTANT: Fires are burning around Maupin with smoke in the canyon; verify BLM access and closures before your trip.
Lower Deschutes River Report – July 31, 2026: Caddis Evenings Fire Up as Maupin Stretch Reopens
The Lower Deschutes is running clear at 3,800 CFS with water temps at 62.6°F — prime evening caddis conditions await from Trout Creek to Maupin after the Ten Mile Fire closure partially lifted on July 28. The Day Stretch from Warm Springs to Trout Creek remains closed; verify before heading out.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – July 30, 2026: Evening Caddis Erupts as Flows Hold Steady Near Maupin
The lower Deschutes is fishing beautifully at 3,800 cfs and 62.6°F with crystal-clear water and an explosive evening caddis hatch kicking off around 5 PM daily. The Trout Creek–Maupin corridor is freshly re-opened after the Ten Mile fire closure, but the Day Stretch remains off-limits. Load up on Elk Hair Caddis and Pheasant Tail Nymphs.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – July 29, 2026 | Summer Caddis in Full Swing
The lower Deschutes is fishing well with flows at 3,800 CFS and crystal-clear water at 63.5°F. Evening caddis hatches are the main event from Maupin to Sherars Falls — bring your Elk Hair Caddis and Stimulators. Fish early and late to beat the afternoon heat on these wild redband trout.
Lower Deschutes River Fly Fishing Report – July 28, 2026
The Lower Deschutes is fishing in classic summer form with gin-clear water and an outstanding evening caddis hatch firing after 5 PM. Flow is 3,860 cfs at Moody and water temp is at 65°F — fish early or late and observe voluntary midday rest periods. IMPORTANT: Verify the Ten Mile Fire closure (Warm Springs to Locked Gate south of Maupin) before heading out — it may still be in effect.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – July 27, 2026: Evening Caddis Action & Ten Mile Fire Closure Update
The Lower Deschutes is fishing well in the open sections with a spectacular evening caddis hatch and clear water at 3,920 CFS and 64°F. A fire closure from Warm Springs to just south of Maupin (Ten Mile Fire) limits access — verify current status before heading out. Elk Hair Caddis, Stimulator, and Chubby Chernobyl are the top picks.
Lower Deschutes River Report – July 26, 2026: ⚠️ Fire Closure Alert + Evening Caddis in Full Swing
Active fire closure on the main Lower Deschutes stretch between Warm Springs and the Locked Gate south of Maupin — check current boundaries before heading out. Where accessible, the river is running 3,920 CFS at 65°F with gin-clear water. The evening caddis hatch is firing daily from 5 PM to last light; Elk Hair Caddis and Stimulators are your dry fly picks, with Pheasant Tail and Copper John nymphs producing well during the day.
Deschutes River Report – July 25, 2026 | Ten Mile Fire Closure Alert
The Lower Deschutes is under active fire closure from Warm Springs to just south of Maupin (Ten Mile Fire) through at least July 26. Where accessible, flows are 3,920 cfs and crystal-clear at 66°F, with excellent evening caddis hatches firing 3–5 PM. Fish the Elk Hair Caddis and Copper John in open Maupin-area waters.
Deschutes River Fishing Report — July 24, 2026 | Maupin Area
The lower Deschutes is fishing in good form with flows at 3,860 CFS and water temps at 65°F. The evening caddis hatch is the main event right now — fish rising aggressively from 6–8:30 PM. Elk Hair Caddis and Chubby Chernobyl are top picks; fish early or late to avoid warm midday temps.
Deschutes River Fishing Report – July 23, 2026: Evening Caddis Fires Up in the Maupin Canyon
The Lower Deschutes is flowing at 3,860 CFS with water temps at 65.5°F — right at the sweet spot for July dry fly action. Evening caddis flights are exceptional and PMDs are hatching through mid-morning. Fish early and late to beat the afternoon heat.
Deschutes River Report – July 22, 2026: Caddis Hatches Fire Up, Fish Early and Late
The lower Deschutes is fishing well with a strong summer caddis hatch — flow is 3,860 CFS at Moody and water temps hit 64°F by morning. Fish early (before 10 AM) or evening (after 6 PM) to beat the heat, and bring your Elk Hair Caddis and Stimulators.