Idaho Fish Report
Malheur River Updates
by OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
6-25-2025
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Below Warmsprings Reservoir
Flows are now around 450 cfs and water clarity is low. Fishing has been good for trout up to 18" in and around the Riverside Wildlife Area. Nymphs and streamers are consistent producers this time of year. There is quite a bit of suspended algae moving throug the river right now so nymphing or drifting lures or bait may be most effective.
Above Warmsprings Reservoir
Fishing for smallmouth between Drewsey and the reservoir should be picking up. Flows are now around 60 cfs. Fishing for Redband and Brook trout throughout the upper Malheur will be picking up now that flows have dropped and water clarity is excelent. All bull trout must be released unharmed.