Calamut Lake, Oregon: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Calamut Lake is one of the Klamath County waters in Oregon. Elevation runs to 5,906 feet. The water measures roughly 16 acres, so nothing here is far from anything else. The closest town, Oakridge, is 32 miles away. It is 68 miles to Eugene, the nearest city. The county line is nowhere near, so one local authority covers the water.

• Where to Fish on Calamut Lake

  Our records hold no depth for this water. A soft bed grows weed late into autumn, which keeps fish shallow. This is a lake, so the margins and the first drop matter most. Species logged across Klamath County include 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. At Calamut Lake the first feature you find is worth twenty minutes.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Temperature averages peak at 57°F in August and bottom out at 28°F in December. Fishing continues through most of the calendar, with quiet spells rather than closures. It is not guaranteed even in a cold spell, so check yourself. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. The season on Calamut Lake follows the weather closely.

• Tackle & Baits

  The paperwork position is blank for this one. No built facilities appear in mapping around this water. Largemouth respond to soft plastics tight to cover; go weedless where the growth is heavy. Take the rules with you rather than trusting memory. Some water is controlled locally without a sign saying so. For a change of water, Lake Charline is 0.6 miles distant. Treat access at Calamut Lake as something to verify.