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Prineville Reservoir has been drawn down to the 3188' elevation resulting in the closure of all boat ramps for the season

Prinevile Reservoir - Prineville, OR (Crook County)


by OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
9-3-2026
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Open to fishing all year. 5 bass per day, only 1 bass over 15 inches may be harvested. Anglers report fair trout and bass fishing. Prineville Reservoir was stocked with over 100 trophy largemouth bass in May. Prineville Reservoir has been drawn down to the 3188' elevation resulting in the closure of all boat ramps for the season.

A single dead adult quagga mussel was found out of water on the shoreline at Prineville Reservoir on June 6 during a routine survey for aquatic invasive species. The public is encouraged to report any suspicious sightings to the Oregon Invasive Species Hotline at 1‑866‑INVADER or online at https://oregoninvasiveshotline.org to support ongoing monitoring and early detection efforts.

The Oregon Health Authority has issued an advisory for harmful algae blooms. Follow this link to see the Oregon Health Authorities website showing harmful algae bloom advisories.



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