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Pacific Halibut Season Closes, Tuna and Rockfish on Deck
Kenny Priest
by Kenny Priest, AUGUST 9, 2023

One of the better Pacific halibut seasons came to a close last Friday, with boats catching limits right up until the end. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife announced Friday’s closure late last week with the expectation that quota would be exceeded if the season remained open. And I don’t think they were wrong. But as the halibut season fades...
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Heart Lake Fishing Report
by ODFW, AUGUST 9, 2023
Heart Lake

There have not been any recent reports, but there should be some trout from previous stockings. The boat ramp is in rough shape, but smaller boats can still be launched. Trolling flies and lures can produce a lot of fish. If bait fishing from the bank be mindful of how deep the lake is. Try different distances from shore to...
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Duncan Reservoir Fishing Report
by ODFW, AUGUST 9, 2023
Duncan Reservoir

There have not been any recent reports for this reservoir. Trolling from a boat or casting from the bank are great options here. This reservoir in the desert gets fairly warm and will be more productive when water temperature get lower in the fall.‌ Illegally introduced brown bullhead are gone so hopefully we'll see a great rainbow trout fishery in the...
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Dead Horse Lake Fishing Report
by ODFW, AUGUST 9, 2023
Dead Horse Lake

This lake was stocked with 600 trophy rainbow trout mid-July. There is a boat ramp and old dock that will accept medium-size boats. Trolling was excellent recently for trophy and legal-size trout. Bank fishing was also successful for some anglers, but try moving around the lake if you aren't finding fish. This is one of the best lakes to fish...
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Cottonwood Reservoir Fishing Report
by ODFW, AUGUST 9, 2023
Cottonwood Reservoir

Trolling and bank fishing will slow down as the water temperatures increase during the summer. Fishing morning and evenings will be the best option for people wanting to catch rainbow trout. Fishing with flies and lures out of a boat in areas where vegetation is limited is the go-to for this lake.‌ Fishing from the bank can be productive, but try...
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Chewaucan River Fishing Report
by ODFW, AUGUST 9, 2023
Chewaucan River

There have not been any recent fishing reports. Fly-fishing with beadheads is probably your best bet throughout the day with dry fly action in the mornings and evenings. Casting small lures across current can also catch redband trout if fished correctly. This is a great time to camp along the Chewaucan -- just make sure to bring your bug dope....
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