How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Bend, United States ? Today is a poor day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
- Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Fishing in Bend, Oregon centers on the wild and scenic Deschutes River, plus a network of high-desert lakes and mountain reservoirs loaded with trout, kokanee, and warmwater species. Anglers travel to Bend for blue-ribbon fly fishing, year-round trout opportunities, and easy access to stillwater fisheries scattered across the Central Oregon plateau. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Distance to earth:392,993 kmProximity:29.8 %
Moon Phases for Bend
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minor Time:12:10 pm - 02:10 pm
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major Time:05:26 pm - 07:26 pm
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minor Time:10:43 pm - 12:43 am
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
Fishing Barometer
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
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Fishing Overview Bend
Fishing in Bend, Oregon revolves around the Deschutes River system, nearby Cascade Lakes, and a ring of irrigation reservoirs and ponds that offer year-round action. The area is best known for wild trout and technical fly fishing, but stillwaters around Bend also provide strong kokanee and bass fishing that broadens options in every season.
Seasonally, spring brings reliable trout fishing on the Middle Deschutes as water temperatures climb and insect hatches ramp up. March–May, anglers focus on nymphing with smaller mayfly and caddis patterns, plus streamers in higher flows. As runoff settles, the upper Deschutes, Fall River, and Metolius-area trips become prime targets for clear-water trout. Summer is dominated by early-morning and evening sessions to avoid bright mid-day sun in this high-desert environment. Terrestrial patterns, caddis dries, and attractor nymphs are key on moving water, while the Cascade Lakes—like Crane Prairie, Wickiup, and Cultus—offer trolling and stillwater fly tactics for trout and kokanee. Fall is arguably the peak season around Bend: cooling nights trigger feeding binges, browns stage for spawning, and kokanee school tightly, making trolling and jigging especially productive. Winter narrows choices but doesn’t shut things down; tailwater sections of the Deschutes and spring-fed streams like the Fall River keep fishing possibilities open with small nymphs and streamers.
Habitat types around Bend are diverse. The main Deschutes corridor offers riffles, pocket water, and long runs holding redband trout, whitefish, and seasonal runs of other species. Side channels and softer seams are prime dry-fly lies, while deeper slots and drop-offs call for indicator rigs or Euro-style nymphing. Up in the Cascades, shallow marshy flats at places like Crane Prairie grow big rainbow and brook trout that cruise flooded timber, weed edges, and channel cuts. Deeper, colder lakes such as Wickiup and Cultus harbor kokanee, lake trout, and some brown trout, most often targeted by trolling or vertical jigging. Closer to town, irrigation reservoirs and ponds harbor bass, panfish, and stocked trout, offering quick-hit bank fishing without long drives.
Common techniques depend heavily on water type. On the Deschutes, a standard rig is a 9-foot 5-weight fly rod with a floating line, 9–12 foot leader, and a two-fly nymph setup beneath an indicator, ticking seams and transition lines. Swinging soft hackles or small streamers with a trout Spey setup is increasingly popular in broader runs. Dry-fly anglers watch for caddis and mayfly activity in evenings, targeting foam lines and current tongues. In lakes, trolling with small spoons, wedding rings, hoochies, or tiny crankbaits behind dodgers is the go-to for kokanee and rainbows; varying depth with lead-core line or downriggers is crucial as fish move vertically with temperature and light.
Tactical tips for Bend start with timing and stealth. Fish early and late in summer, and focus on shade lines, undercut banks, and fast broken water that hides your presence. Scale down tippet in the clear tailwaters and popular spring creeks; 5X–6X fluorocarbon often outfishes heavier setups. On pressured lakes, make long, quiet approaches and avoid plowing through shallow flats with a motor; instead, stalk fish with a trolling motor or from a float tube. Wind is common in Central Oregon, so bring sink-tip lines and heavier nymphs or balanced leeches to maintain contact with your flies in chop. When trout get selective, switch to smaller patterns and pay close attention to natural insect size and color—matching the hatch closely often makes the difference in Bend’s clear waters.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Bend area
Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 2 main harbours in this area.
Sunriver Resort Marina - 22.06552736491km, Sunriver Resort Marina Boat Launch - 22.08174285193km
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Bend. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
Bend Power Dam - 0.43361910904km , North Unit Diversion Dam - 2.07516678947km , Tumalo Creek - 6.70292795619km , Bull Spring Creek - 11.59067082153km , Bull Creek Dam - 12.0616937012km , Tumalo Dam - 15.37173871633km , Tumalo Lake - 18.64979764883km , South Fork Tumalo Creek - 19.62827411988km , Bridge Creek - 20.18198847438km , Spring Creek - 21.40259538023km , Sunriver Resort Marina - 22.06552736491km , Sunriver Resort Marina Boat Launch - 22.08174285193km , Swampy Lakes - 22.2516787228km , Middle Fork Tumalo Creek - 22.76241891699km , North Fork Tumalo Creek - 22.80546663195km , Spring River - 23.84698922122km , Melvin Creek - 24.82527640404km , Big Three Creek Lake Dam - 25.17821711662km , Little Deschutes River - 25.26587573003km , Three Creek Lake - 25.37449519682km , Lions Lake - 25.90327982662km , Tum Lake - 26.09525896061km , Little Three Creek Lake Dam - 26.67916525596km , Little Three Creek Lake - 26.6980099622km , Three Sisters Irrigation District Dam - 26.84167590743km , Cyrus Dam - 27.09368132277km , Lower Three Creek - 28.116519049km , McKenzie Canyon Dam - 29.46237713825km , Rim Lake - 29.82956459002km , Todd Lake - 29.85086440857km , Tam Lake - 29.99559934028km , Pole Creek Swamp - 30.31777023138km , Bare Lake - 30.55411909482km , Indian Ford Creek - 30.757376323km , Little Crater Creek - 30.81342166448km , North Fork Whychus Creek - 31.20975640883km , South Fork Whychus Creek - 31.23922962943km , East Fork Park Creek - 31.86822883287km , West Fork Park Creek - 31.88894761026km , North Pole Creek - 32.26633325529km
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