The Water Levels on the Lower Deschutes continue to fluctuate

Deschutes River- Lower - Maupin, OR


by The Fly Fishers Place
5-19-2023
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The Water Levels on the Lower Deschutes continue to fluctuate down to 5000 cfs and up towards 6000 cfs.
Fishing is good despite this. Salmonflies are all over the place, but the hatch timing really depends on being in the right place at the right time more than ever at this time.
Any day in the next week to 10 days may be the best fishing off the year for big bugs, so it is primed and ready to rock soon.
There are a lot of little Black Caddis #18 hatching now too. Pupas and Dries are going to be important for matching these caddis.





More Reports

The Fly Fishers Place Reports
for Friday, May 19th, 2023

Three Creek Lake: No Access Atleast Until July 21
Fall River: Fall River is fishing well
Deschutes River: The Middle Deschutes is also running a little high and slightly discolored
Metolius River: Plenty of good nymph options
Crooked River: It would appear the majority of the snow melt is slowing way down

The Fly Fishers Place Reports
for Thursday, May 18th, 2023

East Lake: East Lake Update
North Twin Lake: North Twin is opened up., no reports so far
Crane Prairie Reservoir: Crane Praire Fishing Report