Crooked and Deschutes River Fly Fishing Reports

4/15/14

Crooked River :
 373 CFS

The spring water release from Prineville Reservoir is currently happening, though it is going to be a short event this season. Water levels have topped out and are already on the drop. People have been fishing through out the high water, and catching some fish! Look for fishing to be good and only get better as the river gets below 200 cfs. Expect some hatches of Blue Wings and some midges right now, and soon we will start to see some caddis. The Mothers Day Caddis come off strong in this river in the spring making for some great dry fly fishing...

If you would like a Crooked River Guide Trip or would like more info on fishing the Crooked River gives us a call at 541-647-2584!


Lower Deschutes River :
4700 CFS

The section of river bordering the Warm Springs Indian Reservation is still closed but opens up on April 26th. The river level is nice for this time of year. Fishing is good on March Browns and Blue Wing Olives. If the weather stays mild I predict the Salmonfly hatch will  come off early again this year. Look for the second week in May,  on to be good.

 We still have openings for the Salmonfly hatch. If you are looking to experience this annual event and some of the best dry fly fishing of the season give us a call and book a Deschutes River Guided Fly Fishing Trip for the day, or two, or three!
You can also book your Crooked and Deschutes River guide trips online at http://www.riverborneoutfitters.com/online-booking.html

Redd Alert!
Our Rainbows are on the spawn from now until early summer in both the Crooked and Deschutes Rivers. Keep and eye out and stay off of gravel bars. Focus more on dry fly fishing or dry-dropper techniques which will keep you away from spawners that are on the bottom. Land your fish quickly, revive adequately, and handle with care. Lets take care of this precious resource!

“Alaska Airlines” Flash Your Pass Offer!

River Borne Outfitters is Excited to Announce it is participating in Alaska Airlines "Flash your Pass Promotion!"

4/19/14 Update: 

Follow the Link and get a discount code of 15% Off any flight with a Redmond/Bend destination on Alaska Airline!! (restrictions apply)

Flights must be booked by 4/29/14 to receive the discount.

And after you book your flight give us a call, and with proof of a Alaska Airlines boarding pass / printed itinerary you Receive either a free one hour casting lesson at a local park with a purchase of a guide trip ($50 value) or 15% off a guided fly fishing trip on the Deschutes or Crooked Rivers in Central Oregon, your choice!

Guide trips include 4 hours of fishing, equipment rentals, and beverages on the half days and 8 hours of fishing, wader and rod rentals, a deli lunch and beverages on full days. Fishing licenses required and not provided, discount cannot be combined with any other offers. Click on the link for more information on Central Oregon Guided Fly Fishing Trips!

To book a guided fly fishing trip call 541-647-2584

Now Booking!! 2014 Deschutes River Salmonfly Camp Trips!

Hurry Up and book a one of our limited Camp Trips for the annual
Deschutes River Salmonfly Hatch!

Starting May 15 - through June 6 we are offering 6 launch dates strategically timed to catch the hatch... Three or four day options are available for most launch dates. 

Scroll to the bottom of the page for more info or to reserve your trip online.  
Also, check out our Deschutes River Camp Trips page on our website.

Call Us at 541-647-2584 if you have any questions or would like to book a trip directly!

2013 Season in Review!

Check out this slide show with some images from clients and myself from this last season!

Thank you to all who helped make this our best season yet!

Deschutes and Crooked River Fly Fishing Reports

Crooked River : 214 CFS

A Fly Fishing Class on the Crooked River!

The Crooked is in summer mode now... Fishing is good, with caddis hatching through out the day and PMD's in the afternoon - early evening. The river has been busy though with day trip anglers and campers alike. Look to the pullouts off the road, instead of the Rec sites for spots to fish.

The heat is starting to detour some as well, though this is when some of the best fishing and hatches occur.

We have just finished our last fly fishing class offered through the local community college where we taught beginning and itermediate fly fishing classes on the Crooked River.

There is not a better river in Central Oregon to learn how to fly fish on than the Crooked River!
There are still options for group and private fly fishing classes 
with  River Borne Outfitters this summer!

We are offering Group Fly Fishing Classes on the Crooked River, near Bend every Saturday from July 20th through August.  Private fly fishing classes and casting lessons are also available all season long call, or email us to schedule a class.

For more information on the Crooked River including our guide trip options give us a call or
Or check out our Crooked River Guided Fly Fishing Trips on our website!

Deschutes River : 4080 CFS

A Fat 19" Deschutes Rainbow Trout!

The Deschutes has been fishing great this July. The caddis are the thickest I have seen in years. All this hot weather is bringing out the bugs in force. And the trout seem to be responding with lots of fish looking up during the hot days, and good nymphing during cooler days.

We have also been seeing some of the biggest fish of the season so far the last few weeks. Numerous fish over 18" have been hooked on Deschutes guide trips in the last week with the longest taping out at 22 inches!

I don't know how long the good fishing will last. The summer duldrums usually hit in mid to late August and fishing slows down a bit, but with the amount of bugs around, maybe it will hold out all summer.

If you want to check out the summer caddis fishery on the Deschutes now is the time!... Call or email us if you would like more info or to book a trip!

Deschutes Steelhead Report:

 The first good slug of fish are making there way over the dams right now. Fish have already been caught at the mouth. Look for fishable numbers to be present in the lower 24 miles by early August.
August - Early September are prime months to chase steelhead in the lower river. Overnight drift boat trips for steelhead are available during this time in the lower 24 miles of the Deschutes. These fish are bright, aggressive, good biters that take to a swung fly well. Spey rods are the tool of choice as this section river has a lower gradient and long runs best covered with spey casts and swung flies. 

River Borne Outfitters offers guided Deschutes fly fishing day trips and Overnight camp out adventures during the caddis hatch and for early steelhead in July and August!

Deschutes and Crooked River Fly Fishing Reports

Crooked River: 218 CFS

It is hot right now in Central Oregon! And the river is the best place to be. The river will be busy this  4th of July weekend with many campers taking advantage the many camp sites along the river.

Don't worry though there is plenty of fish to go around and different spots to try if your favorite spot is full.

The fly fishing is good on the Crooked River, with the onset of the hot weather we are finally seeing good hatches of PMD's between 1-4 PM. Caddis and midges are also available to fish. Look for the PMD's to hatch best below any substantial riffle. PMD Comparaduns, and Purple Hazes sz. 16-18 are good dry options.

We are offering Group Fly Fishing Classes on the Crooked River, near Bend every Saturday from July 20th through August.  Private fly fishing classes and casting lessons are also available.

For more information on the Crooked River including our guide trip options give us a call or
Or check out our Crooked River Guided Fly Fishing Trips on our website!

Deschutes River: 4300 CFS

Again, it is hot out! The Deschutes is fishing well as a result. The caddis hatch turns into a swarm during hot weather. Good number of fish were still spawning in the later part of June. Most have vacated the beds and have returned to feeding. Making for more fish available to target on the river. Nymphing is productive in most of the classic runs off the many Islands, and sweeping corners of the Deschutes. Bank lines, and back eddies hold trout and are good spots dry fly fish, try a Tan or Green X Caddis in a sz 16.

Summer camp trips on the Deschutes are a blast this time of year. Hot summer days are spent wet wading, fishing, and swimming in the river! Warm nights are spent gazing at the stars and enjoying the camaraderie of your fellow anglers.

It's still too early for steelhead, but any day now we will hear reports of the first fish being caught at the mouth. Late July - Early September are prime months to chase steelhead in the lower river. Overnight drift boat trips for steelhead are available during this time in the lower 24 miles of the Deschutes. 

River Borne Outfitters offers guided Deschutes fly fishing day trips and Overnight camp out adventures during the caddis hatch and for early steelhead in July and August!

Deschutes and Crooked River Fly Fishing Reports

6/7/13

Crooked River:
222 CFS

The average size fish seems to be up on the Crooked River. This mostly can be attributed to the fact we have not had a big winter in a few years now so there has not be any prolonged spring releases of water from the reservoir. The spill way has issues, and when the water is released at high flows for long periods in the spring oxygen rich scenarios occur killing off fish. Though the double edge sword here is that we are having dry water years, and this could catch up to us if we don't get a big winter soon. But for now things are good, the water levels are perfect and fish are bigger than usual!

Fishing is good on the river, though we are in between hatches for the most part. There are still some Mother's Day Caddis around but they are fading fast. We should start seeing some PMD's and Glossama Caddis showing soon. These hatches are a daily occurrence through most of the summer.

The caddis start coming off in the AM, fish a size 12-14 Tan or Brown Hi Viz Elk Hair or Partridge Caddis, maybe with a dropper  early. Look for the PMD hatch in the afternoon.

For more information on the Crooked River including our guide trip options give us a call or
Or check out our Crooked River Guided Fly Fishing Trips on our website!
 

Deschutes River:
4200 CFS

The Salmonfly hatch is almost over on the Deschutes. There are still a few bugs around on the upper section of river between Warm Springs and Trout Creek. The trout are still keyed in on them and there are not as many naturals to compete with. So you can still have good luck fishing the big bugs in certain spots.

For the most part though it is caddis time!
And one of my favorite times to fish the Deschutes.  
Time for stalking big fish in back eddies, under trees, and along the many banks of the Deschutes!

Tan and Green Elk Hair Caddis, X-Caddis, Sparkle Pupa, etc... in sizes 14-18 are all good this time of year.  Be real observant as a big fish's rise to a caddis can be very small leaving only a dimple in the surface. Don't pass up fishing to any working fish your find, especially in the back eddies!

Summer camp trips on the Deschutes are a blast this time of year. Hot summer days are spent wet wading, fishing, and swimming in the river! Warm nights are spent gazing at the stars and enjoying the commaraderie of your fellow anglers...

See our website for more info on Deschutes River Outfitted Camp trips!

River Borne Outfitters offers guided Deschutes fly fishing day trips and Overnight camp out adventures during the caddis hatch all summer long!