A Look At Some Of The Best Local Fishing Guides In Near Bend, Oregon
The fly fishing scene in Central Oregon is more than just alive and well; The scene in this part of the state is thriving. And in the heart of this Oregon fly fishing scene is the town of Bend. As a matter of fact, Fly-Fisherman Magazine rated Bend, OR as one of the top 10 fly fishing towns in the United States for both trout and steelhead.
With four main river systems and dozens of smaller creeks and streams, Bend offers river anglers a lifetime of fishing adventures.
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The Best Bend, Oregon Fly Fishing Guides
1. Fly and Field Outfitters
For over twenty years, Fly and Field Outfitters has supplied fly fishing gear for anglers in the Bend, Oregon area. However, Fly and Field Outfitters is much, much more than just a fly shop.
These guys also happen to provide some of the best fly fishing guiding services in the area. The professional guides that lead you to the fish are known for being super friendly and for delivering great advice on which flies to use and exactly how to present them.
The result? An action packed day of central Oregon beauty and fly fishing action.
Fly and Field Outfitters provides everything you need for a day, or multiple days, out on the water; rod, reel, waders, and boots are all included in the cost of every trip they offer. All you need is a current Oregon fishing license and a few of your favorite flies.
Not sure where to buy a license or which flies to bring? No problem. You can pick up all of those things at the shop when you visit.
For more information or to book a trip, visit the Fly and Field Outfitters website, call the shop at shop at 1-866-800-2812 or shoot them an email at info@flyandfield.com They’ll be more than happy to talk to you.
2. Buried Hook Fly Fishing Guides
Owned and operated by Stephen Avery, a long time resident of Bend, Buried Hook Fly Fishing Guides are serious about leaving no trace behind. They are a “catch and release” only guiding service, which goes to show just how much they care for their local fishery.
Buried Hook Fly Fishing Guides has a Limited Special Recreation permit, which allows them to assist in the management and care of the Crooked River and its fish population. And they have been able to do this through the methods they use in their guiding sevices.
Buried Hook Fly Fishing Guides offers guided fly fishing trips on the Crooked River. Only one river you might ask? That just means that there’s no one else in the Bend area that knows the Crooked River trout fishery better than these guys.
Buried Hook offers half day and full day guided fishing trips as well as half day and full day fly fishing lessons on the Crooked River.
Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or an advanced angler, Buried Hook Fly Fishing Guides promises that a rewarding time is awaiting you on the wild and scenic Crooked River.
For more information or to book a trip, visit the Buried Hook Fly Fishing Guides website, call them at (541) 610-7446 or shoot them an email at buriedhook@gmail.com
3. Deep Canyon Outfitters
“Let the high desert air, cool rushing waters, and a fish on the end of your line make you feel alive.”
This quote from Deep Canyon Outfitters pretty much sums it up. These guys want to get you out into nature, let you unwind and most importantly, let you feel the excitement of a central Oregon fish on a fly rod.
Recently honored with the highly coveted 2015 Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Expedition of the Year award, Deep Canyon Outfitters has proven to adhere to the strict Orvis standards for customer service, professionalism, commitment to conservation, as well as continue to raise the bar in the fly fishing community.
Deep Canyon Outfitters provides half and full day guided fly fishing expeditions to tend different lakes and rivers surrounding the Bend area. Included on the list of rivers they can take you to are the Deschutes River, Crooked River, Fall River and McKenzie River. For a complete list of destinations, be sure to check out their website.
In addition to the half and full day guided trips, Deep Canyon also offers a mult-day camping and fishing trip down the scenic Lower Deschutes River, where your job is to do nothing but fish, rest and eat!
For more information or to book a trip, visit the Deep Canyon Outfitters website, call them at (541) 323-3007 or shoot them an email through their contact form here.
4. River Runner Outfitters
River Runner Outfitters, a Bend, Oregon based team of fly fishing guides which specializes in multi-day full service trips on the Lower Deschutes River and North Oregon coastal rivers is one of the top fly fishing guide services in Bend.
The guided fishing trips by River Runner Outfitters are well organized excursions. They are experts at making you feel comfortable and can handle anything from single person to families, corporate trips, and even larger groups.
One of the things that these guys are also known for is the delicious food that you’re served when out on the water. Many fly fishing guides provide food, but River Runner Outfitters puts a lot of pride into what they feed you, often times making you feel as if you’re eating like a king.
River Runner Outfitters offers a variety of guided trips, ranging from one day to multi-day fishing trips.
For more information or to book a trip, visit the River Runner Outfitters website, call them at (541) 978 – 0152 or shoot them an email at fishdeschutes@gmail.com.
5. Bend Fly Shop
In addition to running a top of the line fly fishing shop, the folks at the Bend Fly Shop are also masters at guiding you down the Deschutes River, Crooked River and much more. So whether it’s trout, steelhead or even bass fishing that you’re after, then the Bend Fly Shop should be on your list of fly fishing guides in Bend to talk to.
Not looking for a fishing guide but would like to learn how to tie flies? No problem. The folks at the Bend Fly Shop offer monthly classes on how to tie flies. At the time of this writing, the classes are on $75. Fly tying classes are available for beginners all the way up to advanced. You can learn more about the classes here.
If you’d like more information on the guided fishing trips or to book a trip, visit the Bend Fly Shop website, call them at (541) 389-6151 or shoot them an email at chris@bendflyshop.com.
Fly Fishing in Bend Oregon
Bend, Oregon is a fly fishing paradise. With the Deschutes River, Crooked River, Metolius River and Fall River in Bends backyard, it’s no mystery as to why Bend is the go to destination for fly fishing anglers around the world.
This excerpt from visitbend.com does an excellent job at summarizing what exactly Bend Oregon has to offer.
“In addition to year-round fishing for trout and steelhead, Bend is surrounded by nationally renowned rivers, streams, and lakes that provide anglers with a mind-boggling abundance and variety of world class fishing opportunities. If flowing water gets your heart pumping, Bend, Oregon is the place for you! With four primary river systems and dozens of smaller creeks and streams, Bend offers river anglers a lifetime of fishing adventures.
Deschutes River
The Deschutes River is the primary waterway in Central Oregon. Originating from its spring-fed headwaters in the Cascade Mountains west of Bend and ending its northward journey at the Columbia River, the Deschutes River offers an astonishing 252 miles of fishable waters. The Deschutes River offers everything from small stream fishing for Oregon’s native Redside Rainbow Trout to epic multi-day float trips for trophy trout and Pacific Steelhead.
Metolius River
While the Deschutes River is Bend’s most renowned river, the Metolius River is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful and challenging fishing destinations in the West. The crystal clear water of the Metolius River bubbles up from springs deep within earth and provides perfect habitat for trophy Redside Rainbow Trout and the coveted trophy Bull Trout that call the Metolius home.
Fall River
If a cozy spring creek is more your speed, the Fall River should be your destination. Offering year-round angling opportunities, the Fall River will reward the patient angler with beautiful trout and equally as beautiful scenery.
Crooked River
If you’re looking for a pure tailwater fishing experience, the Crooked River cuts a deep gorge into the surrounding countryside and provides exciting tailwater fishing for native Redside Rainbow Trout.”
And when you’ve had enough of Bend’s world class rivers, you’ll find a lifetime of gold medal fishing opportunities in the dozens of pristine lakes and reservoirs that surround Bend.
Old Mill Casting Course
The Old Mill Casting Course is one of the first fly-casting courses in the nation situated along the Deschutes River and several ponds in the Old Mill District. The course challenges fishermen to accurately land a fly under real-life conditions similar to what you would find around Central Oregon fishing hot spots. For example, the Wickiup Station is designed after the renowned Wickiup Reservoir. The casting course is FREE and open to the public.
With such an abundance and variety of fishing experiences awaiting you in Bend, Oregon, we highly recommend contacting one of the fly shops and guide services listed below.
Final Thoughts
If you know of a fly fishing guide service based in the Bend, Oregon area that you believe belongs on this list, please contact me at don@fishingskillz.com and let me know.
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