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Information on Deschutes River Crane Prairie Reservoir to Wickiup Reservoir:
The Deschutes River in this area is a great wild trout stream and nursery for Wickiup's brown trout population as it flows through a flower-bedecked meadowland. This section offers excellent fishing for brook trout to 5 pounds, a growing number of rainbows, and good numbers of browns. This is a popular area for big game and waterfowl hunting, wildlife viewing, and bird watching. A favorite place for family outings, the Deschutes has many camping areas. Many other excellent fishing spots are nearby as well as opportunities to watch spawning fish, to boat, and to participate in other water sports. In the winter, this is a pop�ular snowmobile and cross-country ski area. At Browns Creek, 4 miles below Crane Prairie, the Deschutes becomes considerably larger. Brown trout present between Crane Prairie and Wickiup Reservoirs, will average 12 to 14 inches, with some much larger. The native whitefish here are typically 6 to 8 inches and up to 15 inches. Packs of them can be seen resting on the bottom of deep holes. Anglers should be aware of varying seasons and catch limits from Crane Prairie Reservoir to Wickiup Reservoir. Fishing is restricted to flies and lures, and Catch and Release only for the rainbows. A short fishing season (June 1 � August 1) is designed to protect the spawning trout.
Directions
to Deschutes River Crane Prairie Reservoir to Wickiup Reservoir:
Forest Service Road 42, 4260, and from the Sheep Bridge and Gull Point campgrounds also at the Browns Mountain Boat Ramp and the Day Use area Mile Camp.
Fishing at Deschutes River Crane Prairie Reservoir to Wickiup Reservoir
Species of fish in Deschutes River Crane Prairie Reservoir to Wickiup Reservoir: Rainbow Trout:Brook Trout:Kokanee Salmon:Mountain Whitefish
Popular Fishing Types: Drifting Bait:Plunking:Fly Fishing
It is your responsibilty to know local fishing regulations (See below)
Deschutes River Crane Prairie Reservoir to Wickiup Reservoir Facts:
Size of Deschutes River Crane Prairie Reservoir to Wickiup Reservoir: 5 miles
Deschutes River Crane Prairie Reservoir to Wickiup Reservoir is a River
The elevation of Deschutes River Crane Prairie Reservoir to Wickiup Reservoir is 4445 - 4350
Visiting Info for Deschutes River Crane Prairie Reservoir to Wickiup Reservoir
Local Campgrounds near Deschutes River Crane Prairie Reservoir to Wickiup Reservoir are: Sheep Bridge and Gull Point
For more information on
Deschutes River Crane Prairie Reservoir to Wickiup Reservoir contact:
National Forest or Park:
Crooked River National Grassland
Address: 813 S.W. Hwy, 97
City: Madras Zip: 97741
Rules and Regulations for Deschutes River Crane Prairie Reservoir to Wickiup Reservoir. These
may not always be up to date so make sure you double check
before recreating or fishing at Deschutes River Crane Prairie Reservoir to Wickiup Reservoir.
Bait/Lure Fishing Methods : Worms, eggs, spinners, and bobbers
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