Fishing at Bingham Lakes, Klamath County, Oregon

• Overview

  Bingham Lakes is a Klamath County water, Oregon side. Elevation runs to 5,456 feet. About 12 acres of surface, which puts the far bank inside easy sight. La Pine at 30 miles is the nearest place to stop. Oakridge is 32 miles away, with Three Rivers at 38 miles. Round about: Oldenburg Lake within 1 mile, Pinewan Lake just 1.5 miles, Darlene Lake within 2 miles, Suzanne Lake just 2.2 miles and Windy Lakes within 3.2 miles. The nearest edge is a long way off, so local rules apply throughout.

• Where to Fish on Bingham Lakes

  Our records hold no depth for this water. Weed, then depth: that is the order to fish a water of this kind. Where the bottom changes texture, fish gather; find that line. Reported across Klamath County: rainbow trout, klamath largescale sucker, brook trout and yellow perch. Some of the species recorded here are protected or tightly regulated, so check what may be targeted before you fish. Take Bingham Lakes a stretch at a time.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The year swings from about 27°F in December to roughly 56°F in August. The year gives four workable seasons without severe ends. It should never be assumed safe, whatever the month says. June to September is hot work, so the first and last hours are what count. Expect Bingham Lakes to follow that timing.

• Tackle & Baits

  Whether the bank is open is not something our records settle. No made access appears within a short radius, so plan to park on a verge and walk. For the bass here, soft plastics worked slow along cover and a spinnerbait for searching do most of the work. State or provincial rules still apply whatever the bank status. Some water is controlled locally without a sign saying so. Oldenburg Lake at 1 mile is the sensible second choice. Check the position at Bingham Lakes before loading the car.