Blue River Reservoir - Springfield, OR

Lake Information

Surface Area:935 acres
Maximum Depth:248 ft.
Capacity:85000 acre ft.
Elevation:1161 ft.
Fish Species: Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, White Crappie
Blue River Reservoir, a profound and expansive impoundment located east of Springfield, Oregon, within the central Western Cascades, stands as a premier coldwater fishery. Meticulously managed by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW), it is preeminently recognized for its exceptional kokanee salmon and robust rainbow trout populations.

The primary piscatorial pursuits are its prized kokanee salmon, offering consistent year-round action with often larger specimens, and reliably stocked rainbow trout, ensuring high catch rates. Incidental, federally protected bull trout also inhabit these deep, clear waters. Angling techniques are expertly applied: precision trolling with specialized gear, often utilizing downriggers, is paramount for deep-dwelling kokanee; varied methods for rainbow trout include trolling, still-fishing, and spin-casting. Optimal angling spans year-round for kokanee, with trout excelling in spring and fall. Access is generally good via multiple public boat ramps, necessitating watercraft for comprehensive coverage. Regulations, meticulously managed by the ODFW, are dynamic; strict adherence to current directives concerning bag limits, size restrictions, and mandatory immediate release of bull trout is unequivocally paramount for legal compliance and sustainable resource management within this deep, scenic mountain fishery.




Latest Fish Plants

Plant DateSpeciesSourceTotal Pounds
6-02-2025Rainbow TroutODFW 
4-22-2025Rainbow TroutODFW 
3-31-2025Rainbow TroutODFW 
3-10-2025Rainbow TroutODFW 
6-24-2024Rainbow TroutODFW 


Latest Fish Reports

Date Report Author
6-10-2025 Blue River Reservoir Updates
Will be stocked the week of June 23rd,... more »
OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
6-4-2025 Blue River Reservoir Updates
Was stocked the week of June 2nd, with... more »
OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
4-21-2025 Was stocked the week of April 21
Was stocked the week of April 21, with... more »
OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
3-26-2025 Was stocked the week of March 10
Was stocked the week of March 10, with... more »
OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
11-27-2024 Blue River Reservoir Updates
Stocking will resume in the spring of 2025. The... more »
OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff

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