Lost Creek Lake - Trail, OR

Lake Information
Surface Area: | 3430 acres |
Maximum Depth: | 322 ft. |
Capacity: | 315000 acre ft. |
Elevation: | 1872 ft. |
Fish Species: | Coho Salmon, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Largemouth Bass, Kokanee Salmon, Black Crappie, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill |
Lost Creek Lake, near Trail, Oregon, is a significant and accessible reservoir on the Rogue River, offering a highly productive multi-species fishery. This lake excels in providing opportunities for both coldwater trout and various warmwater species, making it a favored destination for diverse angling preferences in Southern Oregon.
The lake supports healthy populations of rainbow trout, regularly stocked by the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW), ensuring consistent action. Lost Creek Lake is also particularly renowned for its excellent smallmouth and largemouth bass fishing, with bass often reaching impressive sizes. Black crappie, bluegill, brown trout, and Coho salmon further diversify the angling experience.
Fishing conditions are generally favorable year-round, with active fish across species. For trout, trolling with spoons, spinners, or bait is highly effective, though anglers may need to fish deeper as surface waters warm in summer. Bass respond well to various lures, including soft plastics and crankbaits, particularly around rocky structures. Panfish are readily caught with light tackle, small jigs, or live bait. Access to Lost Creek Lake is excellent, with multiple public boat ramps and campgrounds. Anglers must consult the latest ODFW regulations for specific bag limits and size restrictions, ensuring responsible practices for this highly popular and enjoyable fishery.
The lake supports healthy populations of rainbow trout, regularly stocked by the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW), ensuring consistent action. Lost Creek Lake is also particularly renowned for its excellent smallmouth and largemouth bass fishing, with bass often reaching impressive sizes. Black crappie, bluegill, brown trout, and Coho salmon further diversify the angling experience.
Fishing conditions are generally favorable year-round, with active fish across species. For trout, trolling with spoons, spinners, or bait is highly effective, though anglers may need to fish deeper as surface waters warm in summer. Bass respond well to various lures, including soft plastics and crankbaits, particularly around rocky structures. Panfish are readily caught with light tackle, small jigs, or live bait. Access to Lost Creek Lake is excellent, with multiple public boat ramps and campgrounds. Anglers must consult the latest ODFW regulations for specific bag limits and size restrictions, ensuring responsible practices for this highly popular and enjoyable fishery.
Lost Creek Lake Whoppers
Species | Weight | Date | Report |
Smallmouth Bass | 3 lbs. | 5-13-2018 | View Report |
Largemouth Bass | 2 lbs. 8 oz. | 6-23-2018 | View Report |
Latest Fish Plants
Plant Date | Species | Source | Total Pounds |
6-16-2025 | Rainbow Trout | ODFW | |
5-12-2025 | Rainbow Trout | ODFW | |
4-07-2025 | Rainbow Trout | ODFW | |
3-18-2025 | Rainbow Trout | ODFW | |
10-07-2024 | Rainbow Trout | ODFW |
Latest Fish Reports
Date | Report | Author |
5-28-2025 | Trollers are having very good luck Lost Creek is 1.5 feet below full pool,... more » |
OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff |
2-26-2025 | Lost Creek Reservoir Fishing Report Lost Creek is at 1,843 ft, reaching the... more » |
OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff |
2-12-2025 | Lost Creek offers very good opportunity for winter trout fishing Lost Creek has dropped to 1,828 ft, reaching... more » |
OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff |
1-15-2025 | Lost Creek Reservoir Updates Lost Creek has dropped to 1,829 ft, reaching... more » |
OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff |
1-8-2025 | Very good opportunity for winter trout fishing Lost Creek has risen to 1,838feet, reaching the... more » |
OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff |
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