Lost Creek Reservoir: rainbow trout, landlocked spring chinook, bass
The lake level is 1,824ft and the water surface temperature at Lost Creek is 47F. Early morning ice may be an issue at the Takelma ramp depending on the day, but boats are getting out and enjoying the trolling. Lost Creek also offers good bank fishing access, and fishing on both sides of the lake near the dam can be very effective using PowerBait.
Anglers can click here to get the latest reservoir details or by calling the US Army Corps Lost Creek Lake and Applegate Reservoir projects information line at (800) 472-2434. Last updated 2/10/26
Rogue River, upper: steelhead, trout
The release from Lost Creek Reservoir is around 1,350cfs and 43F. Click here for current flow at the Ray Gold gage. The only relatively clear water will be upstream of Big Butte Creek until the river drops after the rain and snowmelt this week.
Cole Rivers Hatchery returns as of 2/24/26: New summer steelhead 4, season total 2,136. New winter steelhead 2, season total 4. Try fishing larger lures or plugs in travel lanes near the heads and tailouts of pools. Fish will be migrating relatively close to the bank at these higher flows.
Anglers, please use proper catch-and-release techniques, such as keeping fish in the water as much as possible and releasing them quickly.
For up-to-date river levels, check all the USGS Rogue gauges here.
Last updated 2/25/26
Rogue River, above Lost Creek Reservoir: trout
Fishing is available all year above Lost Creek Lake but snow will likely limit access. Take a look at ODOT TripCheck before heading up. Anglers are encouraged to harvest brook trout regardless of size. Last updated 2/25/26
