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Fishing

Got fish? We do! From young first time fisher-people to hard core anglers going after the big ones, opportunities abound! Hunting is also available. Big game, bird, and small game hunting opportunities exist. Target shooting is another option to consider.

 

Lake and Pond Fishing

Lake and pond fishing is available in the Crooked River National Grassland and the Maury Mountains and Prineville areas of the Ochoco National Forest.

River and Stream Fishing

River and stream fishing is available in the Crooked River National Grassland and the Paulina and Prineville areas of the Ochoco National Forest.

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Allen Creek Reservoir

Fishing
Allen Creek Reservoir is an artificial impoundment built for irrigation in the 1940's or 1950's downstream from the junctions ofAllen, Beetle, and Yellowjacket Creeks. The reservoir has no facilities…

Antelope Flat Reservoir

Site Open
Water Activities Fishing
Antelope Flat Reservoir is located on the south side of the Maury Mountains, is encompassed by the Ochoco National Forest and is a great getaway from the more crowded campgrounds in the state. It is…

Antelope Flat Reservoir Campground and Day Use

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Water Activities Fishing Picnicking Outdoor Science and Learning
The campground is located just above the day-use area and boat ramp for Antelope Flat Reservoir, and is situated among large ponderosa pines which provide a quiet and scenic setting for forest…

Cottonwood Pit Campground

Site Temporarily Closed
Fishing Water Activities
As you may have guessed, this campground is located in an old gravel pit.  When the excavation hit the water table and the pit was filled in with water the operations ceased and the site was…

Crooked River

Site Open
Outdoor Science and Learning Fishing
The Crooked River experience is one of rugged, dramatic canyons, enthusiastic fish, Wild and Scenic tracts, bald eagles and kingfishers, and cool, spring-fed headwaters. The river maintains a wild…

Crooked River National Grassland

Site Open
Hiking Biking Horse Riding and Camping Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV) Outdoor Science and Learning Water Activities Picnicking Fishing
The Crooked River National Grassland is a unique landscape that serves as a host for a variety of different activities from hunting, fishing and boating to hiking, rock climbing and OHV riding. …

Deep Creek Campground

Site Open
Fishing
Located among large ponderosa pine trees and across the Crooked River from some beautiful Western larch trees, the setting of this campground is serene. Although it's a long drive, access is easy and…

Deschutes River: Bend to Billy Chinook

Site Open
Fishing
Public ownership in this stretch of river is primarily a combination of BLM, USFS land, and three state parks. Most of the public land is included in the Deschutes River Recreation Area within the…

Haystack Reservoir

Site Open
Water Activities Fishing
From April to October, the reservoir is used to store and regulate delivery of irrigation water to users in the North Unit Irrigation District. Water is present yearlong but may be iced over in cold…

Haystack Reservoir Campground and Day Use Area

Site Open
Picnicking Water Activities Fishing
This is the premier campground in the scenic high desert of the Crooked River National Grassland, and offers the most amenities to visitors. Located on the eastern shore of Haystack Reservoir and…

Last updated February 11, 2026