Excellent kokanee fishing!

Lake Billy Chinook - Culvar, OR (Jefferson County)


by OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
6-18-2026
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Anglers are reporting excellent kokanee fishing with nice size fish being landed on the Crooked, Deschutes, and Metolius Arms. Anglers should note that a cyanobacteria harmful algae bloom recreational use health advisory has been issued for Lake Billy Chinook, see announcements above for more information.

Tips for catching more kokanee

Harvest is limited to 1 bull trout over 24 inches under the daily trout limit. No bag or size limits on brown trout and bass. 




More Reports

OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Reports
for Thursday, June 18th

Clackamas River: Chinook and steelhead fishing are productive
Crooked River: Anglers report excellent fishing
Devils Lake: Great opportunities for rainbow trout!
East Lake: Excellent brown and rainbow trout fishing!
Fall River: Good and consistent fishing

OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Reports
for Wednesday, June 17th

Breitenbush River: Breitenbush River Updates
Fern Ridge Reservoir: South shore is a good spot
Foster Reservoir: Foster Reservoir Updates
Santiam River ( North Fork) : Some fluctuation in river levels
Santiam River (South Fork): Chinook run is arriving in good numbers