Weather and river conditions have run the gamut over the past few weeks

John Day River - Dayville, OR


by OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
1-24-2024
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Weather and river conditions have run the gamut over the past few weeks! We've gone from heavy snow and bank ice to minor flood stage in the span of a few weeks. The river is flowing high and muddy, essentially precluding fishing until flows recede and visibility clears, which could take some time. ‌

Bass fishing is still an option, but fishing will likely be slow until the spring




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