Trip Planning

Fishing Seasons and Hatches

Wood River and Crystal Creek are open from April 28 to October 31. The Williamson River is open from May 31 to October 31.

On the Wood River, good hatches of PMD's and Black Drakes occur from May through July, with the heaviest hatches typically in the last three weeks of June. Grasshopper fishing usually begins in August. See the Wood River link for more details.

The Lower Williamson River fishes well from opening day. Hexagenia, the Big Yellow Mayfly, typically begins emerging in the last week of June or the first week of July and continues for about two weeks. See the Williamson River link for more details.

The Upper Williamson River has tremendous hatches of PMD's from May through July and Black Drakes in June, followed by Hexagenia in July. After July, consistent hatches of various mayflies and caddis continue throughout the season.

Recommended Flies

Early Season Williamson and Wood Rivers
Seal Buggers in black, burnt orange, maroon, olive, and brown; zonkers in natural and copper; crayfish patterns; Hexagenia dries and nymphs; yellow sallies; PMD's in size 14; BWO's in size 16; an assortment of nymphs including black stones, golden stones, hare's ears, prince nymphs, and copper johns; PMD's; flashback pheasant tails; soft hackles in orange, yellow, and cream; Black Drakes in size 12; caddis pupa in cream, green, and olive.

Mid-Season Williamson and Wood Rivers

All of the above, plus tricos in size 18 to 20, grasshoppers in size 6 and 8, black flash buggers in size 8 and 10, and an assortment of smaller nymphs in sizes 16 to 18.

Late-Season Williamson and Wood Rivers

Mahogany Duns in size 14 in dun, emerger, and spinner stages; BWOs in dun, emerger, and spinner stages; October caddis; and an assortment of small nymphs in sizes 18 to 22.

Trip Preparation

All anglers must have an Oregon fishing license and bring gear suitable for the elements. Recommended items include:

• Warm clothing and raingear for chilly or rainy days
• Sun protection and lightweight, ventilated clothing for hot days
• Polaroid sunglasses
• Camera
• Lunch for yourself

All anglers are encouraged to bring personal fishing gear and favorite flies, though necessary gear can also be provided.

Booking and Customer Service

All bookings receive personalized service to ensure a successful and enjoyable adventure. Upon confirmation, you will receive:

• Directions to the fishing destination
• Meeting times
• Guidance on accommodations and fishing gear

Non-refundable deposits of $100 per boat per day are required. Cancellations at least one week prior to a trip are appreciated. Trips may be canceled if weather or water conditions make fishing unproductive or unsafe.