Fishing Crescent Lake

AKA: Lake Crescent

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Crescent Lake, OR

Popular Fish Species Crescent Lake, OR

Crescent Lake Popular Fish - Kokanee Salmon

Kokanee Salmon Fishing

Sockeye salmon which remain landlocked, never migrating to the ocean, are called kokanee salmon. On-going stocking of kokanee salmon by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife helps to maintain a nice population for the fishery. Typically kokanee average one to two pounds. As one of the premiere kokanee fishing lakes in Oregon, Crescent Lake delivers plenty of fish above normal averages. These tasty fish school in lakes at depths which remain at ideal temperatures of between 48 and 58 degrees. Once this depth is identified, use a fish finder to locate schools. Use small lures trolled at the appropriate depth. The can also be caught using corn, but the main way they are caught is using flashy lures which they attack when the lure intrudes their space.

Lake Trout Fishing

Year round, fishing for lake trout in Crescent Lake is often quite good and the fish are plentiful. These large trout prefer water below 60 degrees, however they can be caught from as shallow as 15 to 30 feet in Spring and Fall, to as deep as 150 feet or more during Summer and Winter. It is a monumental assistance to use fish finders, or other electronics to help in locating these roaming schools of lake trout. They feed on baitfish and other small fish, so jigs rigged to imitate their prey often work well straight down under the boat. Trolling with numerous set-ups can also produce good catches.

Crescent Lake Popular Fish - Brown Trout

Brown Trout Fishing

Currently, fishing for brown trout in Crescent Lake is delivering some nice catches. These hearty fighters migrate around the lake in search of baitfish and comfortable water temperatures, preferably in the 50 to 62 degree range. In spring brown trout, along with the baitfish, move to the shallows which warms first. As the days get warmer in summer they move deeper, again following schools of bait. As Fall and Winter arrive, browns tend to stay in deeper water. When these trout move deep, it is typically in the 20- to 45-foot range. Nightcrawlers are always a good bait for brown trout. In-line spinners, bait-colored crankbaits and small spoons are other options. Experiment with depth and retrieve speed.

Crescent Lake Fishing Video

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Guide to fishing for rainbow trout, brown trout, lake trout and kokanee salmon at Crescent Lake in Oregon.

Surrounded by roads and paths, Crescent Lake is 4,000-acre lake in the west-central part of the state, at Crescent Lake, OR. These access points are scattered all around the 12 miles of shoreline, which are nestled in the beautiful Deschutes National Forest in Central Oregon.

One of the most sought-after fish species in Crescent Lake is the kokanee salmon. Rainbow trout are another popular species in Crescent Lake, attracting both fly anglers, and bait and lure fishermen. Crescent Lake also offers opportunities to catch other fish species such as lake trout (mackinaw) and brook trout.

Big trout and and plentiful salmon make fishing trips exciting for all ages. Just a few miles north of the lake is the Crescent Lake State Airport. A marina, stores, camping, dining and lodging are open during the season. Lake trout thrive in depth of 50 feet or more, but can be caught from shallow water in Spring once the ice melts.

Primary fish species residing in Crescent Lake

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Crescent Lake Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: NO
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: YES

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Crescent Lake Lodge & Resort
Rentals: Kayaks
541 433-2505

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Crescent Lake Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the north side of the lake, off FS-6005 115, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Spring Campground Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, south side, off FS-6000 280, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.