John Day River
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May 06
Oregon DWR
JOHN DAY RIVER: Bass, trout
Steelhead fishing closed at the end of April.
May and June are some of the best months to start targeting smallmouth bass and long-term weather forecasts look great predicting excellent conditions for smallmouth fishing. Slower presentations and fishing off the bottom generally do better when water temps remain cold.
Steelhead fishing closed at the end of April.
May and June are some of the best months to start targeting smallmouth bass and long-term weather forecasts look great predicting excellent conditions for smallmouth fishing. Slower presentations and fishing off the bottom generally do better when water temps remain cold.
Apr 30
Oregon DWR
JOHN DAY RIVER: Bass, trout
Steelhead fishing closes at the end of April and river conditions are currently high and turbid, making fishing challenging.
May and June are some of the best months to start targeting smallmouth bass and long-term weather forecasts indicate conditions should clear up by the first few weekends in May. Slower presentations and fishing off the bottom generally do better when water temps remain cold.
Steelhead fishing closes at the end of April and river conditions are currently high and turbid, making fishing challenging.
May and June are some of the best months to start targeting smallmouth bass and long-term weather forecasts indicate conditions should clear up by the first few weekends in May. Slower presentations and fishing off the bottom generally do better when water temps remain cold.