Lake Ewauna Fishing near Klamath Falls, Oregon

• Overview

  Out in Klamath County, Oregon, sits Lake Ewauna. It sits in mixed woodland country. The water covers around 371 acres, which puts most of it out of reach from the bank. Around 3.2 miles of bank, which is a long day on foot. On our Klamath County list it sits near the top for size. The closest town, Klamath Falls, is 1.1 miles away. The big place round here is Eugene, 144 miles distant. This one is safely inside the county line.

• Where to Fish on Lake Ewauna

  Nothing we hold settles how deep this runs. Where the bottom changes texture, fish gather; find that line. Read the surface for the wind lane, then fish the edge of it. County-wide records name rainbow trout, klamath largescale sucker, brook trout, yellow perch and sockeye salmon. At least one recorded species is protected in parts of its range; read the local rules before targeting anything. Read Lake Ewauna before you fish it and the day goes better.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Between January at about 30°F and August at about 66°F, the water has a wide range to work through. Whether it freezes depends on the year. Some winters give nothing at all, so plan for open water. The cooler months are the comfortable ones to fish here. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Lake Ewauna.

• Tackle & Baits

  Our records carry no access rule either way. Records list it as a natural water body rather than an impoundment. A boat ramp sits about half a mile from the water. The closest car park is half a mile away, so pack accordingly. There is a pier recorded roughly half a mile away. A landowner's word beats anything printed elsewhere. Where the way in crosses private ground, ask first. The nearest alternative is Botens Reservoir, 3.7 miles out. Check the position on Lake Ewauna before loading the car.