Fishing Green Peter Lake

AKA: Green Peter Reservoir

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Green Peter Lake, OR

Popular Fish Species Green Peter Lake, OR

Green Peter Lake Popular Fish - Smallmouth Bass

Smallmouth Bass Fishing

Smallmouth bass are a favorite species at Green Peter Lake, with fish over 3 pounds very common. Smallmouth bass fishing is particularly good when they move to shallow water. Use shallow spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, crankbaits, tube baits and jerkbaits around any sort of rip rap. Around grass, use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. Other times, focus your time on deeper structure with drop-shot rigs, small worms, jigs and spoons. Rock piles and points are prime areas for smallmouth as these areas are also home to crawfish.

Green Peter 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 top kokanee fishing lakes in Oregon, Green Peter 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.

Green Peter Lake Popular Fish - Rainbow Trout

Rainbow Trout Fishing

Fishing for rainbow trout at Green Peter Lake can be effective using worms, salmon eggs, prepared baits, small spinners, spoons, jerkbaits and small crankbaits in vibrant colors to mimic prey. Use the lightest fishing line for the best possible results, based on conditions. Annual stocking by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has helped to maintain a good population of rainbow trout. While fishing from a boat is often the preferred method, plenty of trout are caught here by anglers fishing from the bank. Additionally, floating or sinking flies, such as nymphs, streamers, or dry flies, are popular choices for fly anglers targeting rainbow trout. Trolling with lures or flies behind a boat, casting near shoreline structures, or still fishing with bait can all yield success. Adjusting lure size, color, and retrieve speed can enhance chances of enticing these colorful and spirited fish.

Green Peter Lake Fishing Video

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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, rainbow trout, bluegill, chinook salmon and kokanee salmon at Green Peter Lake in Oregon.

Renowned for great kokanee fishing, Green Peter Lake is a 4,000-acre lake in the west-central part of the state, 6 miles northeast of Foster. In addition the lake sports healthy populations of bass, crappie, trout, bluegill and salmon.

One of the primary attractions of Green Peter Lake is its excellent trout fishing. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, providing anglers with consistent angling opportunities. Green Peter Lake is also home to other popular fish species such as kokanee salmon and smallmouth bass.

Every inch of the 48 miles of shoreline makes anglers want to wet a line, and the backdrop is a scenic mountain setting. Most of the shores are lined with heavy forest, making it difficult to access for fishing from the bank, except at public access points. There are limited amenities ate the lake, however the town of Sweet Home is an option, about ten miles southwest of the lake. Currently there is no marina or rental boats at the lake.

Primary fish species residing in Green Peter Lake

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Green Peter Lake Amenities

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

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Billings Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast corner of the lake, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with paved parking.

Thistle Creek Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Quartzville Drive, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.