The reservoir was stocked with 2,750 legal rainbow trout at the end of July. Fishing should be good this month as the temperature of the reservoir is constant. There should be mayfly hatches that can benefit fly-fishers and fishing along the bottom with bait near the dam usually produces. The reservoir is full and all boats can launch at the ramp. There have not been any recent fishing reports, but trolling is a good option. If fishing from ODFW property on the south side of the reservoir you will need a wildlife area parking permit.‌

There have not been any recent fishing reports for wipers. Bait fishing is the proven method for catching hybrid bass, but fly-fishing and casting Rapalas are also effective when these fish are feeding. Rapalas that imitate tui chub and rainbow trout, favorite food sources for hybrid bass, are good bets for catching these fish. On sunny days you will need to fish deeper than cloudy days