Trout · Pacific NW & Alaska

Lower Deschutes

Maupin, Oregon · USA

Hard-fighting native redsides in a basalt canyon, with tough wading. Floaters need a Deschutes boater pass.

Apr–Jul for trout (stoneflies late May–Jun); Aug–Nov for steelhead

Target species
Redband trout, summer steelhead
Guide day rate
$625–750Full day; the boat reaches wading water, no fishing from boatsSource: flyfishersplace.comChecked October 2026
Trip style
Guide recommended
Access
Wade & float
Public access
Moderate
Crowding
Medium
Difficulty
Advanced
Fly into
PDX Portland2 hr 15 min

Getting there

Fly into PDX Portland, then 2 hr 15 min. About 121 miles (194 km) by road.

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