The Lower Deschutes continues to offer good trout fishing throughout the Warm Springs to Maupin section as November gets underway. Both nymphing and swinging smaller streamers are producing some quality fish. Cooler water is beginning to shift fish toward slower holding water, making deeper runs, current seams, and subtle changes in structure worth exploring. The Warm Springs Reservation side is now closed to general public angling, while the BLM side remains open for trout fishing through December 31.

BWOs remain the primary mayfly hatch to watch for, particularly during warmer, overcast afternoons. Midges are becoming increasingly important with occasional surface activity. Dry-fly opportunities remain localized, but smaller dries and emergers can provide some good fishing when trout are feeding near the surface. October Caddis activity is winding down, although pupa remain worth having available.

Subsurface fishing continues to produce with stonefly nymphs, Perdigons, caddis pupa, and egg patterns all worth having in the rotation. Chinook spawning activity has made eggs particularly effective, with some larger trout feeding around spawning areas. Euro nymphing and indicator rigs remain good options, while trout spey presentations with leeches, sculpins, and smaller streamers continue to produce. Watch carefully for redds and avoid disturbing spawning fish. Steelhead and coho angling remain closed throughout this section through at least December 31.

Recommended Flies

• BWO Film Critic (#18–20)

• BWO Sparkle Dun (#18–20)

• Griffith's Gnat (#20–22)

• October Caddis Pupa (#8–10)

• Brown Perdigon (#16–18)

• Two Bit Hooker (#16–18)

• Black Pat's Rubber Legs (#6–8)

• Golden Stonefly Nymph (#8–12)

• Glo Bug (#10–14)

• Zebra Midge (#18–22)

• Olive Sculpzilla (#6–10)