FISHING THE RIVER

April-December
Snow-capped mountains and rimrock canyons frame some of the world's finest angling along our five miles of prime river access on the Deschutes...or any point downriver where our expert guides will help you find that "perfect spot". Trout, Steelhead and Salmon fill the rolling water and quiet eddies here on the majestic Deschutes or, just a few miles away, on the Metolius, John Day or Crooked Rivers.

Trout:
Sections of the Deschutes, Metolius and Crooked Rivers open the entire year. May-June recommended for Stone Fly hatch on the Deschutes.

Steelhead:
August-Dec. are best on the Deschutes; July through December on the John Day.

Salmon:
July-October on specified sections of the Deschutes.

Bass:
For river fishing, June to Aug. on the John Day.

FISHING THE LAKES AND PONDS

If you're in the mood for a relaxing day under clean Central Oregon skies, Bitter Brush has ponds teeming with trout, bass, or panfish right on the ranch, a short walk from your lodgings. Or enjoy the High Desert while fishing the dozens of clear mountain lakes nestled in the Cascades, including Billy Chinook, Crescent Lake, Elk Lake, Lava Lake, East Lake, Davis Lake, Odell Lake, Paulina Lake, Cultas Lake or Crane Prairie Reservoir. Let us know the sort of fishing you prefer, and we'll line up an ideal outing.

COOKING YOUR CATCH

For those having success with rod or gun, your catch can be cooked and served fresh from field or stream.aking guided outings on the Deschutes River and the area's other rich recreational venues.

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