From the dam at Wickiup Reservoir to Benham Falls this Oregon fly fishing river produces both wild and stocked rainbow trout and brown trout. Most of the fish in this stretch are in the 8-14 inch range but larger fish are caught every year. A 34 inch 15 lb rainbow trout was caught near the Harper Bridge in Sunriver in the summer of 2004! Fly fishing this stretch is best from a drift boat, with the best Oregon fly fishing typically occurring early or late in the day during summer. Action in the evenings can be quite good, particularly over weed beds and next to grassy banks. The Upper Deschutes River Oregon is perfect for the angler who prefers central Oregon fly fishing from a boat but doesn't want to commit to whitewater or deal with crowds.

For more information on Deschutes River Fly Fishing, or any other Oregon Fly Fishing waters please contact Deep Canyon Outfitters.

Deschutes River Fishing Report - Bend to Lake Billy Chinook