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Klamath River Fishing Trips

For a remote, wild and scenic, Klamath River canyon fishing experience, join us as we seek big healthy native redband rainbows. This stretch of river has some wild action on up to class IV rapids so we fish from our rafts with fishing frames. With this setup you have the comfort and stability of seats and leaning posts from a watercraft that can handle the big fast water and fit through some narrow chutes. And that’s just the water side of the adventure!  This river is difficult to fish from land because of the steep canyon terrain and boat pressure is non-existant because most folks aren’t ready to tackle the whitewater (and shouldn’t try!). As a result the fish don’t see much pressure and are healthy fat football size fish. This trip is usually action packed with hook ups on these great fighters. Get ready cause these fish will likely send you into your backing.

6 ½ miles of exhilarating whitewater with fast pockets and smooth pools, holding numerous 17-19 inch rainbows with fish up to 24 inches. The river here cuts through a deep canyon. Except for the occasional sturdy walk-in bank angler, we are the only ones boating and fishing this section.

Open October 1st through June 15th. The Keno stretch is closed in the heat of summer from June 16th to September 30th to protect the fish. Typically you will find us on The Keno from May 1st to June 15th and October and November.

Fishing this stretch requires waders. Not for wading though!   We fish almost exclusively from the rafts with fishing frames, but because the rapids splash will find you no matter what waders are a must.

With the removal of the Klamath River dams, the stretches below the keno are the new klamath so to speak. This stretch has been federally designated as a Wild & Scenic river, with that comes minimal pressure and a beautiful float. Traditionally this float was action packed with tremendous dry fly opportunities for redband rainbows. The Golden Stones and Salmon Flies that hatch here mean these feisty bows are willing to crush large dries most of the summer. Without the dams we are anticipating a brand new fishery in 2025, with any luck Salmon and Steelhead will be finding their way up into this stretch bringing with them a brand new opportunities! We are excited to play a part in pioneering the Brand new Klamath River!

The Klamath River begins in Klamath County Oregon flowing from Lake Ewauna which is connected to Klamath Lake via the Link River. Many have heard of Klamath Lake with its big native redband rainbows and of Klamath River once it has found its way into California as host to steelhead fishing but in between is a river lost in some respects. Lost off of many peoples radar as a place to fish and raft, but here’s the deal; It is not just a place to fish. It is a place to breath again.

Trip Details:

Fly or spin fishing trips available.  Full or half days available. Lunch is provided on full days. All fishing gear is provided. Minimum age of 8 for all fishing trips except Klamath river which would be 12. Oregon fishing licenses required for anyone over 12. Combined angling tag required for Rogue and Umpqua Rivers.

Nearest Airports:

  • Commercial: Medford Oregon, (MFR)
  • Private: Klamath Falls Oregon, (LMT)

What to bring

RODS:

  • 5 or 6 wt for nymphing
  • 6 or 7 wt for streamers

LINES:

  • WF floating for nymphing and some streamer fishing
  • WF 10′ type IV sink tip for streamers

WHAT TO WEAR:

  • Layers for Cold Mornings and Warm Days
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Waders are highly recommended for the Klamath River. Anglers don’t typically wade on our float trips but with the class IV whitewater they often get wet.

 

Packing List

  • Lunch
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Rain Gear
  • Fishing License
  • Bug Spray
  • Fly Rod
  • Small Gear Bag

FAQS

DO I NEED A FISHING LICENSE?

All fisherman 12 and older must purchase an Oregon fishing license.  You may purchase a one day license or an annual license. Purchase your license with ODFW


DO I NEED WADERS?

Yes, we recommend waders on the Klamath River.  We do not wade this river on float trips typically but there can be a lot of splash from the white water and anglers often get wet.

Booking & Cancellation

Booking/Cancellation: 50% to reserve the date. Other half due 30 days before trip. Cancellation before 30 days out are refundable to 50% of deposit. All cancellations inside 30 days from trip are non-refundable.

Trip Start/End Location: All starting locations will be determined by the guide before the trip.

Rates:

Day: $663.06

Half Day: $400

Trip Insurance is strongly recommended. We do have a 50% nonrefundable deposit required to book and the balance is due and nonrefundable 30 days in advance. Trip insurance may cover you for the unexpected.

PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT

Fishing trips are not without inherent risks. ROE Outfitters LLC cannot assume responsibility for injury to hunting participants or loss of personal property.

All participants are required to sign a participant agreement before the hunt begins.

If Under 18

If under 18: A parent or legal guardian must also sign the participant agreement. Please note and understand that our staff and management have the right to refuse anyone participation rights if they do not meet the hunting requirements or if it is deemed unsafe for them or anyone else in the group to participate.  Hunter safety is the top priority.  If any participant demonstrates unsafe behavior, appears intoxicated or under the influence of drugs or medication that may affect their judgment or abilities or for any other reason the staff believes they may present a risk to themselves or others by participating, they will not be allowed to participate in the hunt. Staff has the final say on participation.
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