Fishing At Prineville Reservoir

AKA: Prineville Reservoir State Park

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie and rainbow trout at Prineville Reservoir in Oregon.

Boating, camping, hiking and fishing top the lengthy list of outdoor recreation choices at Prineville Reservoir, a 3,000-acre lake in the central part of the state, 10 miles south of Prineville. This high-desert fishery has 43 miles of sloping, rocky shoreline and a nice mixture of fish species. Bass, crappie and trout share this deep-water gem, and draw anglers from across the state for the quality fishing opportunities. There are beaches for swimming, areas for fishing from the bank and three main boat access areas. Prineville Reservoir State Park and Jasper Point State Park, both mid lake on the north side, have launch ramps. Powder House Cove Boat Ramp near the dam also has a boat ramp. All three are excellent boat launch ramps with plenty of parking.

Primary fish species residing in Prineville Reservoir

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Prineville Reservoir Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: NEARBY
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: NEARBY

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Jasper Point Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast section of the lake, north side, off S Jasper Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Powder House Cove Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest corner of the lake, south side, off State Route 27, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Prineville Reservoir State Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the north side of the lake, off SE Parkland Drive, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

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