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Prineville, Crook County, Oregon

Fishing

3.75

Crooked River Basin

Adventure Details

Reservation fee

$19.25

Price per person

$174.99

Total

$0.00

Guest limit

6

Spin Fishing Allowed

No

Acreage

0

Amenities

Camping, River

Fish Species

Largemouth Bass, Mountain White Fish, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass

Notes from the landowner

Looking to catch a Trout in Oregon? Well, then you should keep Crooked River in mind. Enjoy 1.5 miles of fishing on the Crooked River just outside of Prineville, Oregon. Here you will find rainbow trout, you may also find some brown trout, whitefish, bass, and pike minnow in certain areas of the river. The Crooked River is known to be one of the best fly-fishing rivers in Oregon. This area is known more for its quantity of fish rather than the size of the fish. Access to this property will be fairly easy for most anglers and you have access to both sides of the river. There are willows lining some of the North banks of the river, but it has access pockets all up and down this beat. This property is going to lend to better wade fishing, but you can find shore fishing as well. May, June, and July will be your best months to fish. Keep your eye out for wildlife as you enjoy the fishing and the scenery. Take note that this property can have rattlesnakes and mountain lions on it.

Please note, Under the Oregon Stream Access Law, the public may use rivers and streams for recreational purposes up to the ordinary high-water mark. Although unlikely, you could potentially see other anglers while on this property.

Game and habitat information

The river has several rocky shelves and deep pools, offering great opportunities for nymphing and dry fly fishing and ample room to cast. Various nymph patterns, such as Pheasant Tails, Hare's Ears, and Zebra Midges, tend to be effective. Dry flies like Adams, Elk Hair Caddis, and Blue Winged Olives can work well during hatches. A lightweight fly rod in the 3 to 5 weight range is suitable for most situations on the Crooked River. Expect to catch trout in the 8-12 inch range, and occasionally a few in the 14-16 inch range

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Fishing Hours

Don’t forget your local fishing license, you can grab one online here.

Check your local flow report here. Ideal Range: 80 - 275 CFS. Too Low: below 80 CFS. Too High: 450 or higher

Contact at a local fly shop for the most up-to-date hatch and fly information.

Know the local regulations.

Fishing Season: For this property, the trout bite is typically first thing in the morning (5:30 AM - 7:30 AM). If you come later than this you may catch more bass, whitefish, and pike minnow. The best trout fishing traditionally is from April through June in the early morning and again in the fall. July and August the water is typically very low and warm.

FAQs

YES. Camping prices are per vehicle/per day. Camping is dispersed camping. Please practice "leave no trace" principles and pack out all trash. You will need to supply your own water. Propane fires allowed. A smaller camper (20' or less) could fit in the flat spot near the juniper grove.
$50.00 per day
No. Once parked, all access is restricted to foot only.
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For properties listed as "Community Adventures" there is the possibility that a limited number of other anglers can be on the property at the same time. Just a heads up, some of our spots have other leases that might have anglers casting their lines too. So, hit 'request to book' and we'll make sure to confirm the availability before you pack your gear!
We think it's important to mentor the next generation of anglers. Youth between the ages of 13 and 17 are 50% off for all fishing and small game when you reserve on the Infinite Outdoors app. However, kids 13-17 will need to have an Infinite Outdoors Membership. Youth 12 and under are free and do not need a membership but must follow all property rules.
No, most of our property listings are available to Infinite Outdoors Members without a pass. If you plan on fishing on a regular basis talk to our support team and see if a pass might make sense.
Not all properties have signs, so be sure to check the property boundaries and information in the Infinite Outdoors app.
Access your adventure on the IO app before heading out the door, all the information and maps will be on the app so you don't need service to navigate your adventure. Also all property maps will download offline onto your app so you can always see where you are on the property, even without service.
We can't guarantee you'll catch fish every time—fishing always comes with a bit of unpredictability due to factors like weather and fish behavior. However, we do everything we can to boost your chances! We offer information on local fly shops so you can get the best tips and gear recommendations. As for the size of the fish, it really depends on where you're fishing. We aim to connect you with spots where you have a good shot at landing some great catches, but it's all part of the Do-It-Yourself fly fishing adventure!
Download and use the Infinite Outdoors app for directions to the property, boundary lines, access points, and more. These maps can be found in the adventure layer on the app home screen or in your list of adventures under the "Adventures" tab.
Adventures must be cancelled 48 hours or more prior to the trip. Any cancellations made within 48 hours will result in partial or full charges.
Yes, each active angler on the property must be an active Infinite Outdoors member and must be invited, and accepted, to the adventure through the platform.
Non anglers require prior approval. Once approved they must still be IO members but may be subject to reduced price or free outdoorsman fee. If this applies to you, please reach out to IO.
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Your downloaded adventure and map in the IO app is your proof of booking. Be prepared to present it upon request.
Unavailable dates may be due to properties already being booked to capacity, landowners have not yet made dates available, or we are resting the property for conservation purposes. Feel free to contact an Infinite Outdoors member or support team if this issue arises.
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br

Jun 26, 2024

5 out of 5 stars

great early morning fishing (dry fly), afternoon/midafternoon still good fishing but all sub surfaces. great camping, very quiet, all alone, how fishing is supposed to be. everything was on point, locations, grid, gate, all went well. will certainly do again, great overall experience with rare waters. my new favorite way to fish.

2m

May 17, 2024

1 out of 5 stars

This portion of the river suffers from agricultural influences; tons of foam in the water due to phosphates and possibly other manmade discharges. The cows don't help, especially with the condition of the river bank. In addition to the excessive foam, the water was warm, muddy/discolored, and runs through banks of exposed soil. There is little to gravel, stones, or rock in the river at this site. I spent a disappointing hour and left.

RW

Aug 24, 2023

4 out of 5 stars

My father-in-law and I tried to fish this property in late May but there was way too much water due to a late snow melt and spring runoff. We came back in late June and found the river much more manageable. We caught a couple of redside trout and a bunch of pike minnow and mountain white fish. I have fished public waters below the dam on the crooked before but had never had the opportunity to fish this upper section which is primarily private land. It was really nice to have such a tranquil experience walking this stretch just the two of us.

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