Upper Klamath Lake
Upper Klamath Lake is Oregon's largest freshwater lake, just north of Klamath Falls. It is known for very large native redband rainbow trout.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Rainbow Trout
Native redband trout here grow very large.
Yellow Perch
Schools on mud and sand flats. Great through the ice.
Brown Trout
Browns are found mostly in the tributary streams.
When they bite
Month-by-month activity for each target species.
| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | ||||||||||||
| Yellow Perch | ||||||||||||
| Brown Trout |
Boat launches
5 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Moore Park Boat RampPublicCity park in Klamath Falls on Lakeshore Dr at the south end; paved ramps, docks, restroomsDirections ↗
- Wocus Bay Boat LaunchPublicKlamath County park, 16551 Hwy 140 W, 13 miles west of Klamath Falls; dock, day use, open year roundDirections ↗
- Eagle Ridge ParkPublicKlamath County park, 17300 Eagle Ridge Rd off Hwy 140; boat launch, no trailers past the launchDirections ↗
- Rocky Point Day UsePublicLaunch on the northwest shore near Rocky Point ResortDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee Oregon Fish & Wildlife or the lake manager's website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Special rules for this lake, confirmed from official state regulations. Minimum size and daily limit.
| Species | Min size | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout Listed as 'Klamath Lake' exception; closed to angling in Hagelstein Park | 15 in | 1 / day |
Other species in this lake: look up the limits at Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (via official ODFW eRegulations) ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
Closest shops to the lake and its boat launches. Call ahead for live bait and hours.
- Lakeshore LandingNearby740 Lakeshore Dr, Klamath Falls, OR(541) 810-1866Directions ↗
- Parker's Rod & GunNearby7364 S 6th St, Klamath Falls, OR(541) 883-3726Directions ↗
- Sportsman's Warehouse ↗Nearby1863 Avalon St, Klamath Falls, OR(541) 273-3000Directions ↗
Local tips
- In summer, fish the cool spring-fed water in Pelican Bay and near the Williamson and Wood River mouths.
- Strip black or olive leech patterns with an erratic retrieve.
- In 2026 the state made redband trout catch-and-release only from June 15 to October 31, flies and lures only. Check current rules.
Angler reports
Water temp, what's biting, and anything else other anglers should know about Upper Klamath Lake.
View on interactive map
Zoom and pan on a street, satellite or terrain map. Red pins are boat launches; blue pins are bait shops nearby.