Agency Lake

Anglers know Agency Lake as one of the lesser-trafficked lakes of Oregon, United States. The standard playbook on a lake this size is to start shallow at first light, work outward toward deeper water as the sun climbs, and circle back to the shallows before dusk. Surface activity at Agency Lake is a useful tell — boils, swirls, and rising baitfish point straight at the predator zone.

Location

42.5241, -121.9571 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Rainbow troutGreat basin redband troutBrown troutLake char

Fishing Techniques

• For Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

• For Great basin redband trout

  When fishing small streams, approach pools from downstream to avoid spooking trout; also, consider using polarized sunglasses to better see fish and structure.

• For Brown trout

  When fishing streams, focus on seams and current breaks, where trout hold to ambush prey.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Agency Lake.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Agency Lake, make sure your licence covers Oregon, United States and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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