The ice is melting. About half of the lake is free of ice, and the boat ramp is open. Nine hundred trophy trout were released last fall so fishing should pick up as the weather warms. Brook trout, Chinook salmon, and tiger trout are available. The reservoir is now 61 percent full.

Anglers are encouraged to report catches of larger spring Chinook or tiger trout to the local ODFW district office at 541-826-8774. Tiger trout must be released unharmed.

Anglers should be aware that a Sno-Park permit is required between Nov. 1 and April 30.