Fishing in the Willamette Valley
Explore fishing in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. Willamette River, McKenzie River, Detroit Lake, Big Cliff Reservoir,
Willamette River offers excellent fishing in the Willamette Valley of Oregon with good public access.
1. Willamette River (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Willamette River, OregonWillamette River offers excellent fishing in the Willamette Valley of Oregon with good public access.
2. McKenzie River (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
McKenzie River, OregonMcKenzie River offers excellent fishing in the Willamette Valley of Oregon with good public access.
3. Detroit Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Detroit Lake, OregonDetroit Lake offers excellent fishing in the Willamette Valley of Oregon with good public access.
Boat Launch: Detroit Lake Marina →
4. Big Cliff Reservoir (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Big Cliff Reservoir, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
5. Blue River Reservoir (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Blue River Reservoir, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
Boat Launch: Bruckart Boat Launch →
6. Clear Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Clear Lake, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
7. Cottage Grove Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Cottage Grove Lake, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
8. Cougar Reservoir (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Cougar Reservoir, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
Boat Launch: Bruckart Boat Launch →
9. Crescent Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Crescent Lake, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
10. Devils Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Devils Lake, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
- ⚠ This water: Only hatchery trout may be harvested.
Boat Launch: North Waldo Boat Launch →
11. Dexter Reservoir (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Dexter Reservoir, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
12. Donaca Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Donaca Lake, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
Boat Launch: Detroit Lake Marina →
13. Fern Ridge Reservoir (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Fern Ridge Reservoir, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
14. Hills Creek Reservoir (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Hills Creek Reservoir, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
15. Mink Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Mink Lake, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
16. Odell Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Odell Lake, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
- ⚠ This water: Open Apr 22 - Oct 31.
- ⚠ This water: 25 kokanee per day. No size limits.
Boat Launch: Gold Lake Boat Launch →
17. Pine Ridge Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Pine Ridge Lake, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
18. Waldo Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Waldo Lake, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
Boat Launch: North Waldo Boat Launch →
19. alpine lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
alpine lake, OregonPopular fishing lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
20. Bowersox Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Bowersox Lake, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
21. Cleo Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Cleo Lake, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
22. Corral Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Corral Lake, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
23. Cultus Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Cultus Lake, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
Boat Launch: Colliding Rivers Boat Ramp →
24. Meadow Waterhole (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Meadow Waterhole, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
25. Rosebud Helipond (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Rosebud Helipond, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
26. Six Lakes (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Six Lakes, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
27. Tub Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Tub Lake, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
28. Renner Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Renner Lake, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
29. Abernethy Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Abernethy Lake, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
Boat Launch: Gold Lake Boat Launch →
30. Lake Abert (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Lake Abert, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
31. Ace Pond (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Ace Pond, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
32. Aerial Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Aerial Lake, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
33. Agency Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Agency Lake, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
- ⚠ This water: Catch-and-release for rainbow trout.
34. Alameda Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Alameda Lake, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
35. Alforja Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Alforja Lake, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
36. Alford Pond (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Alford Pond, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
37. Alice Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Alice Lake, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
38. Lake Alice (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Lake Alice, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
39. Alkali Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Alkali Lake, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
40. Alligator Lake (Channel Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie)
Alligator Lake, OregonNamed lake in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon.
Fishing Tips for the Willamette Valley
- Get a licence — All anglers need a valid state fishing licence — check your state's wildlife agency site.
- Check the weather & water conditions — always check forecasts and wind before heading out, especially on big water.
- Know the regulations — size and catch limits vary by water body in Oregon; check the local regulations first.
- Best times — early morning and late evening are prime. Many Willamette Valley waters fish best in spring and fall.
- Use the right gear — match your rod, line, and tackle to the species you're chasing and the water you're fishing.
More Regions in Oregon
- Central Oregon & Deschutes
- Coast & Coastal Lakes
- Columbia River & Portland
- Eastern Oregon & High Desert
- Southern Oregon & Klamath
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