Fishing spot: Elk Lake

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Fishing feature type

Federal fishing facility

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Facility

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Source directions

See Elk Lake Campground

Reservable

No

Fishing activity notes

Twenty thousand brook trout fingerlings are planted every summer. The average catch is about 12 inches in length with fish up to 18 inches, and good numbers in the 2 to 3 pound range. Commonly used methods are still-fishing worms, trolling, or fly fishing with black flies and lures. Gold flashers with worms on a long leader work well. The best shore fishing is off the south end using worms. Early season fishing for brook trout is best. Most are caught in shoal areas, usually in water no deeper than 20 feet. Late fall evenings can be very good fly-fishing. Always check the current ODFW regulations before fishing. There is a boat speed limit of 10mph. What To Expect Vehicle Access: From Bend take the Cascade Lakes Highway for about 25 miles. Elk Lake fishing map under construction. Fishing Access: Campgrounds, resort area, and walking along lake. Boating Regulations:

Source last updated

2026-02-25

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