Fishing Guides, Outfitters & Tours in Bend & Central Oregon
From the Upper Deschutes to the Metolius and Cascade Lakes. Half-day lessons to full-day float trips. Book a local expert and fish it right.
How to choose a guide
Target: trout, steelhead, kokanee, smallmouth
Style: walk-and-wade, drift boat, lake boat
Season: match your dates to the hatch or run
Skill level: brand new, intermediate, advanced
Included: rods, flies, waders, lunch, shuttle
Group size: solo, pair, small group
Budget: half-day vs full-day
What to bring: license, layers, polarized sunglasses, socks for waders, sunscreen, water, phone in a dry pouch, tip.
Fly & Field Outfitters • Bend & Sunriver, OR
Walk-and-wade lessons, Cascade Lakes boat days, and Crooked/Deschutes trips from two shops.
What they offer
Half-day and full-day walk-and-wade on the Crooked, Fall, and Upper Deschutes
Lake boat days on the Cascade Lakes and Lake Billy Chinook
Beginner lessons with gear available
Private or small-group trips
Good for
First-timers and families
Summer lake days
A shop stop before or after your trip
Waters & species
Waters: Crooked, Fall, Deschutes (Upper/Middle), Cascade Lakes, LBC
Species: Redband trout, kokanee, smallmouth
Things to know
Half-day about 4 hours. Full day about 8 hours with lunch on many trips
Waders and boots available on request
Meeting points vary by water
Pricing snapshot
Half day: $300–$450 for 1–2 anglers
Full day: $550–$700 for 1–2 anglers
Lake boat days: similar to full-day rates
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Deep Canyon Outfitters • Bend, OR
Lower Deschutes specialists for full-day and multi-day floats. Local half-days too.
What they offer
Full-day and multi-day drift-boat floats on the Lower Deschutes
Walk-and-wade or drift options near Bend
Trout programs with seasonal steelhead
Good for
Scenic floats and camp trips
Turnkey multi-day experiences
Strong rower teams
Waters & species
Waters: Deschutes (Lower and local reaches), Crooked
Species: Redband trout, seasonal steelhead
Things to know
Multi-day trips include meals and camp setups
Prime dates book early, especially fall
Ask about steelhead timing
Pricing snapshot
Local half day: $350–$450 for 1–2 anglers
Local full day: $600–$750 for 1–2 anglers
Multi-day: custom per itinerary
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Confluence Fly Shop • Bend, OR
Downtown shop with full-day trips for all levels and popular multi-day Lower D camps.
What they offer
Full-day river and lake trips
Multi-day camping and fishing on the Lower Deschutes
In-shop help with flies and local intel
Good for
One-stop shop plus a guided day
Hosted camp experiences
River or lake flexibility
Waters & species
Waters: Deschutes system, spring creeks, Cascade Lakes
Species: Redband trout, seasonal steelhead
Things to know
Reports updated often
Gear can be included or rented
Meet at the shop or at a river pull-out
Pricing snapshot
Full day: $575–$750 for 1–2 anglers
Multi-day: priced by itinerary and group size
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The Patient Angler • Bend, OR
Local shop known for patient instruction and steady 101 coaching.
What they offer
Lessons and guided trips for new anglers
Walk-and-wade days on nearby rivers and creeks
Travel and hosted options at times
Good for
Brand-new anglers
Fly-tying supplies and simple gear setups
Waters & species
Waters: Deschutes, Crooked, local creeks and lakes
Species: Redband trout, seasonal steelhead
Things to know
Calm instruction and small-class feel
Clear pre-trip lists
Easy east-side location
Pricing snapshot
Half day: $300–$425 for 1–2 anglers
Full day: $550–$650 for 1–2 anglers
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The Fly Fisher’s Place • Sisters, OR
Sisters shop with deep Metolius and Fall River experience. Detailed reports year-round.
What they offer
Year-round trips on the Metolius, Fall, and Crooked
Technical water coaching and hatch matching
Lake days in the Cascades
Good for
Learning the Metolius
Sight fishing and small-water skills
A Sisters base
Waters & species
Waters: Metolius, Fall, Crooked, Deschutes
Species: Redband trout; seasonal options
Things to know
The Metolius is technical
Reports help pick dates and flies
Winter and shoulders can fish well with nymphs
Pricing snapshot
Half day: $325–$450 for 1–2 anglers
Full day: $575–$700 for 1–2 anglers
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The Fly Fisher’s Place
Bend Fly Shop • Bend, OR
Clear Crooked River offerings with posted inclusions and simple planning.
What they offer
Crooked River half- and full-day walk-and-wade
Seasonal Lower Deschutes steelhead floats
Gear, waders, and lunch on many trips
Good for
Transparent inclusions and rates
Crooked canyon days with a plan
Waters & species
Waters: Crooked, Lower Deschutes
Species: Redband trout, steelhead in season
Things to know
Flies may be billed separately
Transportation available on request
Canyon winds can pick up. Pack layers
Pricing snapshot
Crooked half day: $325–$450 for 1–2 anglers
Crooked full day: $550–$700 for 1–2 anglers
Steelhead: custom per season
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Bend Fly Shop
River Borne Outfitters • Bend / Central OR
Instruction-forward guide team with a “school” feel on easy waters near town.
What they offer
Half-day and full-day walk-and-wade
Crooked River and local spring creeks
Patient lessons with gear available
Good for
True first lessons and skill building
A steady day focused on fundamentals
Waters & species
Waters: Crooked plus nearby creeks
Species: Redband trout
Things to know
Meet near Bend or at the river
Simple gear checklist provided
Good shoulder-season availability
Pricing snapshot
Half day: $300–$425 for 1–2 anglers
Full day: $500–$650 for 1–2 anglers
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River Borne Outfitters
BaddFish Guide Service • Lake Billy Chinook
Lake specialist with regular LBC updates. Kokanee focus with multi-species options.
What they offer
Kokanee jigging and trolling on LBC
Mixed-bag smallmouth and trout days
Seasonal reports to time your trip
Good for
Families and anglers new to boat fishing
A kokanee day with a skipper who dials it in
Waters & species
Waters: Lake Billy Chinook
Species: Kokanee, smallmouth, trout
Bull trout have strict rules. Ask the guide
Things to know
Early starts common in midsummer
Bring sun gear and a wind layer
Exact ramp meet-up shared after booking
Pricing snapshot
Half day: $400–$600 for 1–2 anglers
Full day: $650–$900 for 1–2 anglers
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BaddFish Guide Service
Triple T Outfitters • Lake Billy Chinook
LBC trips with kokanee and, where permitted, bull trout programs.
What they offer
Lake Billy Chinook kokanee and trout trips
Bull-trout targeting in permitted zones only
Scenic Crooked River canyon add-ons
Good for
A true LBC focus
Small groups that want a relaxed boat day
Waters & species
Waters: Lake Billy Chinook
Species: Kokanee, trout, bull trout in allowed areas
Things to know
Permits and seasonal rules apply on the Metolius Arm
Gear provided. Confirm cooler and fish care if you plan to keep legal species
Pricing snapshot
Half day: $450–$650 for 1–2 anglers
Full day: $700–$950 for 1–2 anglers
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Waters to know
Deschutes River
Upper, Middle, and Lower. Wild Redband trout. Summer dries. Strong walk-and-wade and scenic floats.
Metolius River
Cold, clear spring creek. Native bulls and rainbows. Technical. Best with an experienced guide.
Fall River
Small spring creek near Sunriver. Clear water. Nice for lessons and winter days.
Crooked River (below Bowman Dam)
Tailwater with steady numbers. Nymphs produce. Watch flows.
Cascade Lakes Region
Hosmer, Elk, Lava, East, Paulina, Wickiup. Stillwater tactics. Chironomids, leeches, callibaetis in season.
Lake Billy Chinook
Kokanee and smallmouth. Bull trout in the Metolius Arm with permitted guides.
Where to add visuals:
One hero image of a Deschutes riffle at the top.
Small photo for each water next to its header.
Optional 10–20s clip in the Cascade Lakes section.
Always check flows, weather, fire restrictions, and fresh reports. Guides will match tactics to the day.
What a guided day includes
Rods, reels, terminal tackle
Waders and boots on request
Flies and leaders
Lunch and non-alcoholic drinks on full days
Shuttle if drift boat
Photos if offered
Bring: license, layers, sun gear, polarized glasses, socks for waders, dry pouch for phone, tip.
Ask about first-timer lessons. Many guides include gear.
License, regs, and ethics
ODFW license: https://myodfw.com/fishing/licensing-info
Regulation updates: https://myodfw.com/recreation-report/fishing-report
Waterbody rules: https://www.eregulations.com/oregon/fishing
Good habits: handle wild fish with care. Pinch barbs where required. Pack out trash. Clean waders and boots.
Booking directory
Use short, factual cards. Add real guide names when ready.
Guide Name • City
Walk-and-wade • Drift boat • Lakes
Targets: trout, kokanee, smallmouth
Beginner lessons with gear
Visit | Call | Directions
Say All Things Bend when you book.
Repeat for 6–10 guides. Keep the same order: name, style, species, beginner note, CTAs.
FAQ
Best time to fish near Bend? Spring and fall are prime. Summer mornings and evenings fish well. Winter nymphs can be steady on tailwaters.
Beginner friendly? Yes. Many guides teach first-timer lessons and include gear.
Drift boat or walk-and-wade? Walk-and-wade is great for learning. Drift boats cover more water and add scenery.
Do I need my own gear? Most guides provide rods, reels, flies, and waders. Bring your license and layers.
Kids? Ask the guide. Many are great with families on easy water or lakes.
Keep fish? Many trips are catch-and-release. Your guide will explain harvest rules.
