JavaScript is disabled. And my 9 year old daughter was so looking forward to staying up 'till 11:35! Bluegill to more than a pound and crappies to about 13-inches can be caught, but both species have been in a down cycle since 2001. Mike Pritchard called in with this report from the Tribute. The reports are compiled by an outside contractor who receives the It's within 3-4' of being full and the water looks great. Get out and go- summer's a wastin'!!! 0 Hourly Rain. All in all a good week and I'm hoping August will be even better and it usually is. It was snowing, raining and pretty cold, but the fishing was pretty dang good. Wish I would have fished more this early spring- she might have been 6 pounds full of eggs. The first time I went there, it rained 5" the first day. Oregon Fishing Reports . That's it for this trip. $40,000 ; 4404 . Spent 12 hours on the water at Tenmile yesterday, we saw just about every weather front you could imagine. If you want fish dinner here, please consider spending part of your day chasing panfish or trout. Actually caught this like this last summer. Regulations at Tenmile and across Oregon's Southwest Zone also are set to encourage modest harvests to maintain the excellent bass fishery. It's big, beautiful, and packed full of big largemouths. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I had the drag 2 clicks shy of locked down and it still took a while to land it. Anglers who are familiar with Tenmile Lake and want to make a suggestion to the information provided are asked to use the suggest changes button below on this page. City: Springfield, Report: Fished from the shore up the creek today and broke in my new Dobbyn's rod the right way. Good technique and local knowledge may be your . G. gloomis85. G. gloomis85. We would like to thank Bev Seltzer for putting together such a great trip. Most people have no idea about this 'cause who goes to the lake on a cold late Nov./early Dec. day? I got lucky and was able to get a bluegill,a crappie and a little bass in a total of 5 or 6 casts. Bass tend to be in shallower water during the spring spawn, with April and May often pretty safe bets. Get all the fishing intel you need to start catching more, and bigger, fish. Contact 503-947-6042 or click here. Twenty inches long and 1 ounce shy of 5 pounds and the jig only had a small piece of lip! Physical address for the boat ramp is 205 S 11th St., Lakeside, OR 97449. The only cool thing about spots is that they'll bite almost year round. We had a little contest going with 5 categories: 1) first fish, 2) most fish, 3) big fish, 4) smallest fish and 5) most species caught. Crappie in Fern Ridge tend to grow more quickly than those in other western Oregon waters and the Dexter Reservoir (also known as Dexter Lake) is a 1000 acre reservoir in Lane County. Carl got the first fish- a 13" fatty trout on a Bill Norman crank. Only one pic of a dink today, took awhile convincing him it couldnt hurt him, all day actually lol. The lakes have two good public boat ramps and three marinas offering many services for boaters. The Tenmile Lake 4th of July show was amazing. Matt and the boys are heading home with at least 6 bluefin over 100 pounds. While the rainbows are the volume trout fishery here, anglers often targeting rainbows (and sometimes warmwater fish) do catch some of the native coastal cutthroat trout that inhabit the lakes and streams in these parts. Beautiful day to be out but a couple fish would have made it nicer! Perch often bite in the best numbers during the warmer season, from mid-spring through fall. Coho fishing has been slow over the past few weeks but anglers have caught a few coho trolling spinners in the upper arms of the lakes. 200 days on Zillow . line! Report: BOB..When u say i fish from bank "up the creek" can u b more specific? There are ten lakes within the watershed with a combined surface area of about 4.7 square miles (3008 acres) or 5% of the watershed. . Tips: we were fishing the fish we could not see done spawned 12 feet slow blade early, Click for Navionics/Google interactive map. depth (ft) To depth map . Remember to adjust these times based on barometric pressure, and . If you have numbers that will show up in the dark, that is even more beneficial to being found at night. Big guy was 3lbs 10oz and had a broken jaw, healed well but definitely caught or injured it previously. Fish photos, I didn't count the little guy in the fish count lol, Nice post and report, looks like a very fishy and beautiful lake. One of my favorite spots up there doesn't even have water over it yet. Fishing spots, fishing reports and regulations in. Tenmile Lake is the largest and southernmost of a chain of lakes along the Oregon Coast south of the Umpqua River in the United States. Anglers will need to experiment with different depths until they find the zone the trout are in. Capt. This tried and true method will catch fish even in the depths of winter, especially during those nice days that invariably appear briefly between the Oregon Coasts renowned rain storms. Trout fishing in rivers and streams opened on May 22. TENMILE LAKES INFORMATION. Anyone interested in fishing Tenmile Lake or waters within the wider area around Coos Bay should consult with local resources before heading out to fish. Only a 2 star day. As fired up as these fish are seems like a Zaraspook should be working soon but it's so hard to park the jig and swimbait. May 11, 2012 . At this writing, while other types of fishing are year-round, the coho season opens October 1 and runs through the end of December. It's really two lakes joined by a canal. Contact 503-947-6042 orclick here. Fished the whole shore from the south side of Shortridge around to the next cove south- both trips were early morning. I was sorry to hear that it was Backlashes last one. That about wraps up our Seeker/Sadie Hawkins 3 day charter. ice chest full of cool drinks so we were happy. Got a couple quick photos and took one of her swimming back into the lake. Anyone interested in fishing Tenmile Lake or waters within the wider area around Coos Bay should consult with local resources before heading out to fish. I go back to my crankbait and speed it up a bit. East Lake: Trout fishing is good from all reports from the fly shops and Tim's in Lapine. 45.97 Water Temp. Current fly fishing conditions are not so good today. Tenmile Lake is the largest and southernmost of a chain of lakes along the Oregon Coast south of the Umpqua River in the United States. Couldn't get any more to go so drove around the lake and tried 2 other spots- nothin' goin' on over there. The chain includes North Tenmile, Eel, Clear, and smaller lakes, which drain into the Pacific Ocean via Tenmile Creek. To have a free septic dye test, please contact Mike Mader at TLBP -, For more information on the Septic System Service Assistance, please contact Alan Whitney (TLA President) at. Dexter Dam, 117 feet high, impounds up to 29,900 acre feet of water in the reservoir. I saw a huge ball of bass fry about 6' long and 2-3' thick that kept passing by right up against the shore. ContactODFW's public service representative at odfw.info@odfw.oregon.gov. Another great one from Tenmile. Originally built as a 1440 sf duplex . Bass Fishing Regulations. These also happen to be some of the most productive weeks and not just small bass! What a day! Despite my efforts it got tangled in it but I was able to keep it hooked up long enough to let it swim out and then into my long handled net. Ultra Limited Load to 10 passengers. Took out a first timer and needless to say hes hooked for life, he wants another chance at the couple 4 pounders that worked him over an lost right at the boat. You are using an out of date browser. Fished a craw crank (4-5'), a 7" Senko and a jig and beaver. Many of the lakes in Oregon have camping facilities as well as other accommodations nearby. Water Clarity: Clear (4+ foot visibility) Report: Fished in Markley Cove for only about 4 hours catching KY Spots. The temperature rose 30 degrees from the time we launched until we got home. Just as I reached down for the net the line went slack- DANGIT! Poke around shoreline willows, submerged trees and overhangs and weeds until you find them. #4.25.5. As I reel it in quickly to make another cast a nice looking shiny fish follows it right up to the boat. A short but well built dog came charging up to me just as I got back to my car. Tips: I'm not sure how to keep a 9 year old from getting bored when they are not biting! per group (up to 2) Explore Eugene with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Wacky Walks. I fished about 25 more minutes with no bites but on the last cast got a good hard, sharp bite and set the hook too soon. Click the sign up button, enter your email/phone # and select "Big game hunting season review. These fish often move into a bit deeper water during the summer and also in the cooler months, so look around. Fished all day for 3 Bass today, all came within probably an hour or two of each other, onna Texas rigged bug style bait. Mind you he's using a very light rod with 4 lb. lake levels, water temperatures, and other important information. Once you find them, Bluegill are usually easy to catch fishing bait under a float, which also is a fun way to catch them for kids and, truthfully, anyone else. Its still a good place to catch them, but you might not fill buckets full here like old-timers might remember. Gotta get up the creek in the boat and toss some swimbaits, crankbaits and big Senkos! I'll post again soon! Busy busy busy got to go. P.S.-Work sucks!! Used a jig and a white/silver spinnerbait. Berkley Trips will be limited to 24 people and Shimano trips will be limited to 20 people. Email the Oregon Fish & Wildlife Commission at odfw.commission@odfw.oregon.gov. Could have been a really great morning instead of just a great one. Anglers are restricted to using artificial flies and lures in rivers and streams above tidewater. Trolling wedding ring spinners tipped with a worm works very well for catching trout in Tenmile Lakes. Steph caught her first Oregon bass finally- a whopping 3 incher. North Tenmile Lake, Oregon fishing report, rainbow trout fly fishing forecast, fishing season updates, fly shop and fishing guides, and fly-fishing weather. Saw some fry about 2-3" long swim by and then tossed the bait up fairly shallow near a weed pocket and wham! Tips: Take your kids fishing- it's fun and you make memories that will last your whole life. She did have fun swimming a 4" baby bass swimbait around the dock. Razor clamming closed from Columbia River to CA border. Visit the ODFW's agency site. . We drifted along for a few hours catching mostly 40-70 pounders sometimes with as much as 5 going at a time. My days off are almost always rainy lately. Best opportunity for shore fishing is at the North Lake entrance of the canal or at the county boat ramp on the fishing pier. We found 3 or 4 good spots and stayed with them for a couple hours each. The jigs imitate minnows, and small fish are at the top of the crappies menu. You probably will have to fish slowly and wont necessarily catch a lot of bass when the water is colder, but you might just land (and hopefully release) a personal record at that time. Tenmile LakesFeb 25, 2023 @ 05 PM. Way,way bigger splash for that fish! Would love to here about water clarity and/or temps if anyone's been out. We got a good morning jump on these guys and put quite a few on the boat right off the bat. Call FISHERMANS LANDING at (619)221-8500 to reserve your spot. Numerous six to nine pound bass are landed each year and Tenmile seems to be the most productive bass lake on the Oregon coast in spite of the intense fishing pressure. Half hour later we decide to troll uplake to check water temps and I get a 13" trout on a Bill Dance crank. Took 3 or 4 photos to show my kids and tossed him a chunk of a Pop Tart. Most of the largemouth bass are done spawning with some males still guarding fry. 101 about 12 miles south of Reedsport. Review of Ten Mile Lake. Boat rentals are available at lodging facilities on the lake. Report: Carl and I went to Cottage Grove lake and didn't catch a bassbut we did have fun. Some anglers tip the hook with a little natural bait or a Crappie Nibble. Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, anglers in Rogue and South Coast rivers will need the new steelhead validation and harvest tag to fish for and harvest wild winter steelhead. Very productive bass fishing is also found on South Tenmile, with favorite spots including the Coleman and Templeton arms on the east side. The 28th was a real nice morning. I know there was 1 Bluefin caught here yesterday that ran about 180 lbs. ! APOLLO has a 5-day trip departing Sunday 5/24 at 9am returning Friday 5/29 at 8am. Fishing reports for ten mile lake oregon are updated each week, usually by I do fear for the largemouth fry though. I have only had one opportunity to fish this lake, and that was mid April a couple of years ago. It's how I learned most of my good spots and it's fun standing 400-500 feet away from the shore in what's normally 15' of water snapping photos. Also saw a lot of big floating chunks of wood out on the main body. I need to get out there more often. which is located in the Oregon state (Lane). I don't ever remember that happening before at least here in Oregon. Within 15 minutes the water was boiling 25' from shore and I thought "Here we go". tenmile lake, oregon fishing report. There has been some tuna schools roaming around this area as well, we picked off a few mixed in with the yellowtail. We used the trout magnets sometimes with a bobber, sometimes without. It doesnt stop there: The shallow but sprawling lakes produce impressive numbers of panfish, including crappie, yellow perch, bluegill and bullhead catfish. Can't find what you need? Brown bullheads averaging about 12-inches are relatively easy to catch and some of the more serious bullhead anglers make their best catches from the deeper portions of the lake in the late fall and early winter months. Ifish Community. Right now we have 7 or 8 fish. Son's 1991 Toyota 4 cylinder pickup truck? 40 lbs. I believe it was on the next cast he gets a bite at the side of the boat and the fish does 4 drag pulling runs before he gets it to the side of the boat. $320,000 ; 0 Lake View RD #700 Lakeside Oregon. City: yoncalla. Thanks to Ringo, at Lakeside Marina for the in site on the lake. Use a smaller hook because panfish have small mouths. See ya! Coordinates: 44.0554, -124.055. And I would pretty much have to agree. Tenmile Lake is located in west-central Oregon, about 70 miles southwest of Eugene, Oregon. Well start with bass and other warmwater species, because of Tenmile Lakes well-earned reputation as a premier bass and panfish destination. Oregon is well known for excellent Bass, Salmon and Trout fishing. There is a vast range of water weed and docks . Guys using those are smoking them. An email address is required to associate with your Fishidy premium subscription. Map. There are some that are not registered with DEQ and some that have not been maintained properly. Really like fishing there at Tenmile have fun Have heard good things on tenmile bass, nice fish! Let it drop and when I set this time it had stolen my worm right off the hook. City: yoncalla, Report: Took the kids to Disneyland last 2 weeks of June and while we were in Napa I took my 9 year old daughter striper fishing at the Napa River. About 1/2 way back my rod loaded up but no headshake at all. These lakes are located on the east side of Highway 101, mid-way between Reedsport and Coos . Fished across the dam and graphed lots of fish but couldn't catch 'em. She said this was the best fishing day ever. When spring water temperatures reach about 60 degrees F, the bass move into shallower . We got a ton of bites but for some reason Steph couldn't stick a fish. Website. Got a pressure type bite on a big Senko and set hard. "Probably 2-3 mile of bank angling access . The swimbait bite is starting to pick up and the jig always seems to work here. City: yoncalla,or. Anglers may still retain two adults per day, but only one may be wild (unclipped). Good thing we got up so early. update the fishing reports each week through the fishing season, reporting on fishing success, Team supreme, Five days into the Castillo six-day trip. would be the bare minimum. Tips: All I tossed was a jig and beaver and a shallow crankbait. Tenmile Lakefront Homeowner Septic Assistance, Presented by the Tenmile Lakes Association & Tenmile Lakes Basin Partnership. These are really very large Bluefin. Water Temp: 50-55 Water Clarity: Clear (4+ foot visibility) Report: The fishing was pretty good, we caught 15 to 20 fish, mostly on jigs. Oregon. Please be sure to have your lake address posted boldly and prominently on your dock or boathouse. A beautiful 19", approx. The consistency of bass fishing here is what brings both individual anglers and a number of annual tournaments to the lake. The locals know that those fish also are well worth your effort here. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Zillow, Inc. are marked with the RMLS logo, and detailed information about these properties includes the names of the listing brokers. Also, another great place to catch bluegill in Tenmile is in the canal that connects the two lakes, particularly in the late summer and early fall, when the water is at its warmest. Brown bullheads also are abundant and eager to bite at Tenmile, and they can reach lengths of a foot or more in these waters, making them a good choice for harvest. we caught 10 over 15 inches over a 4 day span! Today we had another nice day of yellowtail fishing. To really dial in this fishery, check out our article on basic trout fishing techniques and tips. I've been hearing it all week and she can't wait to go again. We only brought a dozen of them and knew we'd be fishing 'till dusk so we tried to keep the pieces small. Carl and I were both amazed that he landed this fish- one scrape of his 4 lb. Mutu circle hooks from size 2-2/0 are recommended. Do me a favor and don't tell the bass- maybe they don't know it was LAST Saturday. That was a fun one tore up my spinner bait. Be safe and don't forget sunscreen like I usually do. Got it on a 5" trout along a fairly steep bank. Report: Got to fish every day before work except the 27th this last week. Good technique and local knowledge may be your ticket to catching trout. No more action for 20 minutes so I decided to go try a 10" Powerworm on the 4 plus I saw yesterday. This bluefin has been biting into the night on the flat falls and live bait sinker rig. Visit the ODFW's agency site. We got a late start but the bite was good all day. Where can I fish on Tenmile Lake? Coleman, Templeton and Big Creek. Copyright 2023 Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, Rogue-South Coast steelhead validation starts Jan. 1. On 7/11/11 (If that isn't a lucky date- what is?) Uniquely wonderful waterfront home.This home offers Superb Read More. Due to my kids going to see Cars II with Mommy and the visiting nieces I was able to try out the afternoon bite. We saw them all over the place and they were really trying to catch some fish. He really fought it perfectly. Young coho can reach pan-size before heading to saltwater and could fairly easily be mistaken for trout, so know your fish. from. During some dry fall months, I have observed coho salmon swimming into the fish trap where Eel Creek, a Tenmile Creek tributary, leaves the lake as late as the first week in March. She likes the way the paddle tail thumps. Went all the way down the west shore fishing and paddling- stopping in some of the usual good spots and still couldn't draw any bites. P Heley. They will bite quickly if they are anywhere close, so dont waste time where you arent getting bites. But it apparently was a pack of 7-9" bass slashing thru the fry. Three state parks are locat Dorena Reservoir is an 1840 acre lake located in Lane County. I took a couple photos from a few different angles because I was almost positive it was a spotted bass!! :), I love this picture. Eel Lake gets somewhat overshadowed by the larger and better known Tenmile Lakes nearby, but this natural coastal lake offers a similar roster of gamefish without quite the bustle. She won 2 categories with one 3" bass. Be safe and wear your life jackets too. There are identification guides in the annual fishing regulations booklet and online. Largest was 3.5 lbs using a tube bait. I nod and mumble something about bass always loving crawdads. So we ended the day with 5 trout and no bass. Pretty big for an Oregon bass. Water Clarity: Muddy (0-2 foot visibility), Report: Anyone fishing Cottage Grove Lake yet? Although Fern Ridge offers outstanding fishing for bass and catfish, crappie are the main attraction. (2) enjoy the ocean with friends and family. Fish were up shallow in grass an in trees they fell for the black an blue hair jig. Fishing from browns has been the standout. Most Tenmile bass anglers practice catch and release. SW Oregon Fishing Report. I only managed to get to small 2#'s for the whole day. Park and Lakeshore Lodge. I am thinking late April or early May. Again, check the regulations before fishing. Self-guided Tours. If that roster of warmwater gamefish isnt enough, the lakes offer good year-round trout fishing for stocked rainbows and a smaller number of native cutthroat trout. Report: Hey Swimbait- With the current water level there are only about 3 places "Up the creek" that you can fish from the shore. However, bank anglers can find some spots to fish, including the county park, which has a fishing dock that includes accessible angling. Once that bite gets going it's usually fast and furious- if the swimbaits not working the jig usually is. Trout Fishing Tips - In Search of the Trophy Trout, A Few Little Known Secrets About Crappie To Help You Catch Them, Killer Catfish Bait Recipes - The Smellier The Better, A Guide to Catfish Bait on the Mississippi River, 4 Great King Salmon Fishing Spots In Oregon. See ya out there. We're now up against the barrier and the clock. Best opportunity for shore fishing is at the North Lake entrance of the canal or at the county boat ramp on the fishing pier. But as usual when Carl and I go we always have a fun day. They can be contacted via phone at (541) 759-3176 for pricing, directions, reservations and more. See ya out there- lets hope this is the start of crazy week! Located on Hwy. Together the lakes cover more than 2,700 acres and are so full of fingers and coves that they have some 170 miles of shoreline, according to the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. The Polaris supreme crew. Additionally, in waters around the state you'll find populations of Walleye, Crappie, Catfish, Sturgeon and sunfish including Green Sunfish, Redear Sunfish, Warmouth, White Bass, Yellow . My pal Mike and I fished it too- we only got 4 for a little over 10 lbs.. There are good numbers of bass up to 4 pounds, and 6-pounders are relatively attainable for those who put the time in. The lake is 8 miles (13 km) south of Reedsport and 0.5 miles . Hey all of you Oregon guys, I am trying to plan a trip for myself and a few buddies for this coming spring. In the summer they will be in creek channels and other deeper spots, seeking out cooler water. City: yoncalla. Should have been there a half hour earlier. Seeing, hearing and feeling the fireworks from inside our boat was an awesome experience. Tips: Look for a good batch of early bed fish to flood the shoreline this week and into next week with the moon and stable/warm temps. And again- way to go Nick and Kev! Blue Fox spinners, Wiggle Warts or Hot Shot plugs work great on the lake. rainbow- that fought like a steelhead. City: G.P. The yellow perch action is nonstop at Tenmile Lake on the Oregon Coast. Thursday morning. Evidence shows that one of the factors for algae blooms in the summer on Tenmile Lake is poorly functioning wastewater treatment around the lake. The Wilson and Trask take longer, three days minimum. Alec you need to go have Vernon pick up two cases of squid for night time tuna fishing. These tasty fish are very numerous in Tenmile Lakes. North and South Tenmile Lake provide some of the finest warmwater fishing on the Oregon coast. I e-mailed my old tournament partner to see what he thought and he said it's for sure a spot. I bumped one piece that was twice as long as my kayak and only had about 2' visible. Report: Had an amazingly fun day with my 8 year old daughter at Cottage Grove Lake. And they are aggressive feeders. Had a craw crank tied on a 3rd rod but chose not to toss it. Free ship to store. The chain includes North Tenmile, Eel, Clear, and smaller lakes, which drain into the Pacific Ocean via Tenmile Creek. I can't remember that happening in a long,long time. 'Be patient and calm - for no one can catch fish in anger.'. At about 9:15 we started using chunks of nightcrawler. City: yoncalla. For homeowners to receive assistance, their septic system installations must be from 1975 or earlier. May have to drag a few sticks of wood over to add a few hiding spots for the spawners that are sure to show up soon. City: yoncalla. TLA will assist the first 12 homeowners to submit valid receipts for service. As fast as they're pulling water out now wait about 3 weeks and you'll be able to walk the whole shoreline as well as see the giant stumps that sit on the edge of the creek channel. Warm water fishing can be found in Oregon's lower elevation ponds, lakes, reservoirs and streams where we enjoy a warm summer. They really love those Colt snipers or any thing like them. Most of these bluefin were landed on 40 lb flyline rigs. Orofoo VV Stava Yatiar, 7 yaar old aon of Mrs. Sbirlay Yaitar, 853 S. 4th Siraai, Coos Bay, haa beaa awardad a trophy for baing Tha World's outstanding atraat aallar for tha month of May. Could have tied on a drop shot but I was really hoping to find a few of the early spring fatties this lake is full of. . Carl holds up a craw colored crank and says "Do you think they'd hit this?" Fished a couple spots from the shore up the creek with no fish caught. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Perch, a close cousin of walleye and similarly good-eating, are big enough to bother cleaning here when you find them in the 9- to 12-inch range. Be sure to CHECK the regulations! Track the weather. In spring, trout will be numerous right after plantings near the major boat ramps where they are planted, and gradually spread out from there. 5-DAY ULTRA LIMITED LOAD TRIP!!! As a related example, during years of forecasted abundance, ODFW also has opened some bays and rivers to limited wild coho harvests. Boost your fishing success with our simple catfish fishing techniques and tips, which includes many of the best baits to use. Descubr lo que tu empresa podra llegar a alcanzar. Ifish Fishing and Hunting. My 5 year old boy is next up- wonder how bad he'll outfish me? See you at the lake. This lake has two main places to catch any quality fish and they get hammered all the time. It should be great. "We are leaving on a 1.5 Day trip tonight that is sold out. Tenmile Lake Oregon. Report: we won the brown bag tourney kev got big fish he is 16 it came with less than one hour left in tourney 18.33 total big girl 5.65 great day with son made me very proud brown bag consisted of 2 spinnerbaits 1crankbait rubbercraws calcutasenkos tha worked great fish would not let go A sliding sinker, such as the egg-shaped variety often employed for trout fishing, on your mainline above your swivel and leader is a great way to set up your offering so that the line slides through without picking up the weight when a fish takes your bait. (3) every one of our 43 customers caught a fish as we ended with 61 yellowfin tuna. Bass cover here is fantastic. Bank anglers often employ bait such as nightcrawlers and PowerBait, although casting lures and flies is also a good choice at times. Fishing is superb year round with species including large mouth bass, trout, crappie, bluegill, and catfish. 8.39 Water Level. Also make sure they all have some of those Colt snipers and a good 20 or 25 pound rig for the long drifts. Do you need this information in an alternative format or language? These are pics from recent reports. Located about a mile east of Highway 101 about ten miles south of Reedsport, the lakes cover about 2,700 acres and have a combined shoreline of about 43 miles (South Tenmile has .