Howard Prairie is 82 percent full

Howard Prairie Reservoir - Ashland, OR (Jackson County)


by OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
9-10-2025
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Howard Prairie is 82 percent full, and all county boat ramps should still be available. Bait fishing, casting from shore, and trolling are all good techniques. Larger trout can be caught on Powerbait fished about 2 ft off the bottom. Trolling a variety of lures with a worm can at depth can also be productive this time of year.

Largemouth bass fishing continues to be pretty good from shore. Dropping rubber baits near structures has worked well.

Remember to remove all vegetation from gear, boots and boats before leaving Howard Prairie.