McKenzie River Fish Report

The McKenzie River is about 2000 cfs higher than we want to see it

McKenzie River - Coburg, OR

by The Fly Fishers Place
3-22-2025
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The McKenzie River (darn it) is about 2000 cfs higher than we want to see it to have a good and safe float for our spring special so let’s keep an eye on the gauge hitting 6000 cfs or below and get you out in the coming weeks for a trip.

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The Fly Fishers Place Reports

for Saturday, March 22nd

Fall River: The Fall River was a little slower this week after the storm, but I think it’s going to be great in the coming days
Crooked River: The Crooked River is stubborn and remains too high to fish
Deschutes River- Lower: The Lower Deschutes in Maupin is picking up and worth the time to go
Deschutes River: The Middle Deschutes is very high

The Fly Fishers Place Reports

for Saturday, March 15th

Metolius River: The Metolius River continues to be best with nymphs by a wide margin
Fall River: The Fall River is fishing great
Crooked River: The Crooked River went the wrong direction today and shot up to 1300+ cfs
Deschutes River- Lower: The Lower Deschutes near Maupin is fishable
McKenzie River: The McKenize River is a good option as long as the Vida gauge is 6000 cfs or lower
Chickahominy Reservoir: As of a few days ago Chickahominy was still pretty ice covered
Haystack Reservoir: Haystack Reservioir Report
Lake Billy Chinook: Lake Billy Chinook Report