May 11, 2010 · The whitefish is actually a close cousin of the trout family (just like arctic char's are also related). They are reported to be flavorful and have similar bone structure. I still, however, …

Jun 3, 2024 · Fish Species Rainbow Trout: Common and often stocked in certain areas. Cutthroat Trout: Native fish often caught in this section of the river. Mountain Whitefish: Occasionally …

Sep 29, 2009 · What part of the Deschutes you headed to? I usually Fly fish the river. As for spinners Panther Martins seem to be what works well for me. All Black/black spinner or …

Mar 12, 2011 · I always see posts about being in Bend and wondering where to fish. If you just want to catch fish and are on a limited time schedule might I suggest the Deschutes in town. …

Jun 6, 2010 · seems white fish have taken over the river my dad lives 3 miles out madras hwy on the river lately i have only caught white fish and small rainbows. When he first moved in(4 …

Jan 24, 2016 · I'm doing a little research today on whitefish spawning. I've heard that trout feed on their small, pale eggs this time of year and I've had a little luck hooking trout on egg patterns in …

Oct 8, 2014 · I am new to whitefish fishing because whenever I caught one I always thought it was a pike minnow, but one guy told me it was a mountain whitefish and its really good smoked or …

Oct 9, 2024 · I have had tremendous luck with whitefish, hatchery and wild trout too. Took a 3 month hiatus from Salmon and Steelhead to target those fish, and had an absolute blast.

Jun 27, 2025 · Angle for or take salmon, shad, steelhead, sturgeon, trout or whitefish except during daylight hours (one hour before sunrise until one hour after sunset). See exceptions for …

Nov 24, 2016 · I fished today on deschutes, right after warm springs casino, caught bunch of whitefish, and a coho. Coho still open till December, took a couple whitefish for the smoker. as …