The McKenzie River is fishing well

McKenzie River - Coburg, OR

by The Fly Fishers Place
8-21-2026
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The McKenzie River is fishing well as per reports from our guide Michael Dooley. He said he’s been fishing Chubby’s (tan, red and purple) and running a dropper of a frenchie or PT with good success.
Water is low, but he, Troy, Eric and Gavin are all running trips there.

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for Friday, August 7th

Metolius River: The Metolius River is one we do not worry about temps!
Deschutes River- Lower: The Lower Deschutes in the Warm Springs to Trout Creek is back open at the WS boat ramp
Crooked River: The Crooked River is running a nice level and a plenty cold to keep trout healthy
Fall River: The Fall River is a place you’ll find really cold water, so no worries for the fish
Deschutes River- Upper: Upper Deschutes River Report
East Lake: East Lake Fishing Report
Paulina Lake: Paulina Lake Fishing Report
Hosmer Lake: Hosmer Lake is an interesting discussion
Three Creeks Lake: Three Creeks Lake is getting pretty warm

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for Sunday, August 2nd

Metolius River: Metolius River Report
Deschutes River- Lower: The Lower Deschutes trout action is good
Deschutes River- Upper: The Upper Deschutes from Wickiup down is good
Crooked River: The Crooked River continues to be a hit
Fall River: Fall River is fishing quite well
McKenzie River: The McKenzie River Report
Hosmer Lake: Upper Hosmer was pretty good this past week
Paulina Lake: Paulina Lake Report
East Lake: East Lake is in Deep Dangle territory!
Three Creek Lake: Three Creek Lake Report