Excellent kokanee fishing

Paulina Lake - La Pine, OR (Deschutes County)


by OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
6-18-2026
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Anglers continue to report good trout fishing and excellent kokanee fishing at Paulina Lake. Kokanee at Paulina Lake are amongst the largest in Central Oregon this year averaging 13-14 inches. Open to fishing all year. 





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