🎣 Fishing Reports
Daily conditions, flows, and hatch reports for Central Oregon fly fishing waters.
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.
Crooked River Fly Fishing Report – July 28, 2026
The Crooked River below Bowman Dam is the best bet in Central Oregon right now — 56°F water temps, active PMD and caddis hatches, and approximately 200 cfs of wadeable tailwater near Crooked River Ranch. Bring your Parachute Adams, Elk Hair Caddis, and Zebra Midges — the fish are looking up.
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.
Crooked River Fishing Report – July 27, 2026: Central Oregon's Best Tailwater is Firing
The Crooked River tailwater below Bowman Dam is the top fly fishing destination in Central Oregon right now — excellent clarity, 56°F spring-fed water, and active fish on caddis dries and midges all day. Flow reads 1,250 CFS at the Opal Springs gauge. Zebra Midge, Elk Hair Caddis, and Woolly Bugger are your best bets.
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.
Crooked River Report – July 26, 2026: Central Oregon's Best Fishing Right Now — Caddis, Midges & Cold Clear Water
The Crooked River is Central Oregon's best fly fishing destination right now — running clear at 56°F with a strong caddis hatch firing daily from 10 AM onward. Flow reads 1,160 CFS at the Opal Springs gauge; no closures, ideal temps, and excellent trout density make this the go-to stretch this weekend. Elk Hair Caddis, Zebra Midge, and Pheasant Tail Nymph are the top producers.
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.
Crooked River Report – July 25, 2026 | Best Bet in Central Oregon Right Now
The Crooked River below Bowman Dam is the top pick in Central Oregon this weekend. Flows are steady, water temps are an ideal 56°F, and the fishing is excellent on small caddis dries and nymphs. No closures — just bring your Elk Hair Caddis, Zebra Midge, and Pheasant Tail Nymph.
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.
Crooked River Fishing Report — July 24, 2026 | Crooked River Ranch & Terrebonne
The Crooked River is fishing near-perfect with a stable 1,290 CFS flow and an ideal water temp of 56°F. July is peak PMD month — hatches are building 10 AM to 2 PM in the slower canyon pools. Zebra Midge and Parachute Adams are your must-have patterns right now.
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.
Crooked River Fishing Report – July 23, 2026: Peak PMD Season in the Canyon Below Bowman Dam
The Crooked River tailwater is running 1,130 CFS with a stunning 56.1°F water temperature — prime conditions for July's peak PMD hatch. Morning hatches are strong in the upper canyon pools, with midges and evening caddis filling the off-hatch windows. A Pheasant Tail/Zebra Midge two-fly nymph rig is the consistent producer right now.
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.
Crooked River Report – July 22, 2026: Excellent Tailwater Conditions, Caddis & PMDs in Full Swing
The Crooked River tailwater is fishing excellently right now — water temps are a perfect 56°F, caddis and PMD hatches are active, and the prime section near Bowman Dam is running a wading-friendly ~200 CFS. An ideal mid-summer alternative when the Deschutes heats up.
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.