If you’ve ever been frustrated by the number of anglers at your local fishing hole, there’s good news: Oregon is home to hundreds of backcountry lakes stocked with trout just waiting to be caught. All ...

There are few moments more frustrating — and painful — than attempting to bushwhack to that perfect fishing spot at a mountain lake. I’ve been scraped and stabbed by countless branches, had a giant ...

Oregon’s 4,819 lakes are largely in good ecological condition, especially when compared with those elsewhere in the nation, a new report from the state Department of Environmental Quality concludes.

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – If fishing is something you plan to squeeze in during spring break, or an activity you’re looking forward to in the coming weeks, then the Oregon Department of Fish and ...

SALEM, Ore.—Everyone can fish, clam and crab for free in Oregon next Saturday and Sunday, June 7-8, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife says. No fishing/shellfish licenses or tags (including a ...

You may have made it out to Crater Lake, but Soapstone Lake? Maybe not. Oregon is famous for its many natural lakes and reservoirs, from beautiful spots in the Cascade Mountains to alkaline lakes in ...

Free fishing weekend is coming up Saturday and Sunday in Oregon and angling will be somewhat free both days in Washington. The weekend also offers free parking and camping (except in cabins, yurts and ...

In 2025, the Statesman Journal outdoors team wrote about fascinating people and traveled to stunning places. Here's our 10 ...