Access restricted, under Level 3 mandatory evacuation notice. 

Kokanee and trout fishing has been very good this year. Fish are moving deeper as surface temperatures rise. Best times to fish are early and late in the day. There are also fewer boaters out during these times, which should also improve fishing. Kokanee are mostly being caught below 40 feet.   

Several boat ramps are available including Mongold State Park and Cove Creek. This large reservoir has been stocked several times this year.   

Water elevation in the reservoir is slowly dropping but is still close to full and should remain in good shape throughout the summer. Check the US Army Corps of Engineer’s website for more information. 

As a reminder to anglers, fishing for and harvesting chinook in the lake and the rivers above is prohibited. Any chinook caught in Detroit must be released unharmed. 

Anglers are encouraged to report their catch on forms available at signs and kiosks which have been installed at key locations around the lake. Simply fill out the form and return in the designated drop boxes. There is also an on-line form. Remember to indicate whether the fish you catch have their adipose fin or not. This information will allow ODFW to manage the fishery for the benefit of both recreational anglers and the resource.