Chevally Reservoir Fishing Guide, Malheur County, Oregon

• Overview

  You will find Chevally Reservoir in Malheur County, Oregon. It stands 4,518 feet above sea level. It measures about 25 acres, which is a comfortable size for bank fishing. 34 miles away sits Marsing, the nearest town. Homedale lies 36 miles off, Nampa another 40 miles. This one is safely inside the county line. In a dry area like this, the level tells you more than the forecast.

• Where to Fish on Chevally Reservoir

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Draw-down through summer strips the margins, so follow the water out. Species logged across Malheur County include rainbow trout, smallmouth bass, common carp, flathead catfish and channel catfish. Those are county-wide records, so not every one of them will be in this water. Anyone new to Chevally Reservoir should walk it once before setting up.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The seasonal spread runs 26°F to 68°F. Ice comes and goes from one year to the next. It is not guaranteed even in a cold spell, so check yourself. March through May is the strongest run, with October and November a second stretch. Plan around that when you fish Chevally Reservoir.

• Tackle & Baits

  There is no clear statement anywhere on who can fish it. Mapping shows no built access close by; expect to walk in from wherever you can leave the car. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Bank access can be seasonal on ground like this. Signs go up and come down, so check on the day. Barlow Reservoir sits 2.1 miles off and takes the overflow. None of that is settled for Chevally Reservoir in what we hold.