As you explore the Cascade Lakes, Diamond Lake stands out with its unique charm and allure. This scenic lake, known for being one of the single-most productive trout waters in Oregon, offers a fishing experience that’s both exceptional and peaceful. Renowned for its diverse fish population, Diamond Lake has long been celebrated for its abundant rainbow trout and brown trout. In recent years, the lake has also seen the introduction of tiger trout, adding even more variety to its already impressive fishing opportunities. No matter the species you're targeting, Diamond Lake provides a picturesque setting and a rich fishing history that makes every cast worthwhile.

Diamond Lake, nestled in the Cascade Range, sits at an elevation of 5,138 feet and spans over 3,000 acres of pure fishing bliss. Surrounding the lake are beautiful sights like Mt. Thielson and Mt. Bailey. The lake has been a longstanding tourist destination for those who trout fish, camp, swim, hike, sail in the summer and those who ski, snowshoe, and snowmobile its basin in the winter. The food sources at Diamond Lake are plentiful and include chironomids, callibaetis, and leeches, which consistently attract the lake's thriving population of rainbow trout, brown trout, and tiger trout. The best times to fish are in April, May, and early June, after the ice melts. Fishing is also great in the fall after tourism starts to die down. Diamond Lake is a well-stocked fishery, with substantial trout populations thanks to ODFW. While popular among various fishing methods, it’s particularly rewarding for fly fishers.

Here at Fly & Field Outfitters, we have several expert Oregon fishing guides. So whether you’re looking for the latest intel and a few bugs, or a fully catered day with a guide, we have you covered. Schedule a Diamond Lake guided fly fishing trip today so that you can get ALL of the local tips and info on Fly Fishing the beautiful Cascade Lakes. Call us at 1-866-800-2812 to book now.