East Lake is about 2/3rd’s iced over still. Float tube and shore fishing access should be good from the Hot Springs to Cinder Hill area. One Kayak angler out on the water. There is a LOT COF snow still at the Lake. It may be well into June before docks are in and ramps are … Continue reading East Lake update 5/16/22
Fishing Reports
Paulina Lake update 5/16/22
I’m parked at the viewpoint just down from the lakes. It is a spot where I frequently stop to either send a text, or email or tune in the MLB Network so we can listen to a baseball game driving home from fishing. It’s a handy viewpoint! Paulina is indeed ice free. There were 4 … Continue reading Paulina Lake update 5/16/22
Crane Prairie 5/16/22 updates
I’m here at Rock Creek CG and the dock is in. It’s also in at the main boating site on the Resort side. Talking to a few guys coming in off the boats they reported slow fishing. Overall, I’ve heard much more of that from all anglers this season so far. However, yesterday one of … Continue reading Crane Prairie 5/16/22 updates
Hosmer Lake still snowed in 5/16/22
I decided to drive up and take a look, in the interest of the reports, and that I have guide trips booked at Hosmer starting tomorrow. Elk Lake was still frozen over completely. That leads me to think Hosmer is too. I can’t tell because the access road off the Cascade Lakes Highway is still … Continue reading Hosmer Lake still snowed in 5/16/22
Jeff’s fishing report 5/15/2022
First off, I am sorry I missed a week. I was in Mexico catching baby tarpon and when I got home I honestly felt like I didn't have enough information to provide a good and accurate report. Now, having been home for a week, getting some time on the water, and time in the fly … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 5/15/2022
Fly Fisher’s Update 4/30/22
April came and went (almost) with a lot of blessings and luck. We are now sitting at 103% in the Deschutes Basin and 142% for the McKenzie. Some delayed openings (pushed back to more of what we will call normal) on some high lakes, but we will take that with glee, joy, answered prayers and … Continue reading Fly Fisher’s Update 4/30/22
Opening Day “Crystal Ball” projections 4/22/22
I don't actually have a Crystal Ball. Damnit. Opening day for so many of us is kind of like Christmas. It's a gift. A change of season. A day to begin a season with a lot to look forward to. With the gift Mother Nature has given over the last two weeks, it is clear … Continue reading Opening Day “Crystal Ball” projections 4/22/22
Brrrrr, Fishing in snowflakes update 4/10/22
Good morning. If you're reading this from the Pacific NW you are likely drinking your coffee and wearing a sweater today. I've even got a stocking hat on and I am inside. I guess I need to get the wood stove going again. This is the 2nd weekend in a row that Oregon mountains are … Continue reading Brrrrr, Fishing in snowflakes update 4/10/22
Jeff’s fishing update 4/3/22
Good Sunday morning to everyone. Right now in Sisters it is the calm before the storm, as it looks like by tonight we are in for a good storm, especially hitting the mountains with a much needed late season dump of snow. Today is going to be a great day, but Monday is going to … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing update 4/3/22
Jeff’s Fishing Update 3/13/22
Good morning from Sisters, OR. Yesterday I spent a lot of the day attending a virtual board meeting for Water Watch, which I proudly sit on the board of directors. During the meeting I had my computer set up at my tying desk at home and was gazing out the window at what could only … Continue reading Jeff’s Fishing Update 3/13/22