[Back Eddy]

Not a prince by anymeans and when I am fishing on a pack it diet, Sani's Jerkey and hot garage coffee

Just need a roost and a garden hose to shower, any thoughts out there

End of October 25-2nd to be exact

 

[Peteo]

I'm assuming you mean the upper stretches of the lower river between Maupin and Madras (Pelton dam) and you are after steelhead. There are several relatively inexpensive motels in Madras and you can drive to Mecca flat or Trout Creek access points in less than a half hour. Mostly hatchery fish up there and most folks seem to nymph. Best access (40miles of roadside access) and probably better fishing (more wild fish and better swinging water) at that time will be in the middle stretches around Maupin but lodging is more expensive. If you are trying to save funds I would camp at one of the many BLM campgrounds (bring your own water as there is none in campgrounds) on the river and grab a room in town when you need a shower or the weather turns bad. I think you can shower in the Maupin city park campground too. Great time of the year to be on the river.

 

[NWFlies]

This is good info from Peteo. He's pretty much pegged it.

The only thing I feel a need to emphasize is the weather part. I've put in at Warmsprings in early November for a camp trip, only to find ourselves in 6 degree temps that night. We were prepared for it with warm bags and four season tents but it would have been ugly otherwise.

That was the first time I experienced frozen wading boots in the morning. I had to wader up in the river just to thaw everything.

If you're looking for recommendations on the actual "upper river" meaning west of Bend, I can give some additional tips on lodging. The Deschutes is over 250 miles long but the lower 100 get the most attention.

 

[fredaevans]

BLM has a hell of a good river map that shows 'everything.'

You can buy it for about ten bucks or just down load and print out. Anyway, it shows all the camp areas (and there are a hell of a lot of them), bath room(s), fresh tap water, etc. But as the poster above noted MANY OF THEM do not have a fresh water supply.

I'll get the link and post it up; if you fish the 'Big D' this is something you want on your 'Puter.

fae

Here you go. There are actually ten panels so pick the one(s) you need, etc: http://www.boaterpass.com/ldrframe.htm

 

[Back Eddy]

I am thinking

That later in the fall the mid to upper streatches would be my best bet. No tenting for this old dog been there done that with the sides of the tent imploding due to the falling snow. This is a bucketlist trip for me wanting to have a hot shower and a comfy nest before 12 hrs of fishing the next day. Without breaking the bank. What small towns may have hotels/motels fitting the bill

Thanks for your advice folks, the small town of Maupin keeps popping up

 

[fredaevans]

And will it be COLD at night/early morning ..

Count on it. Early morning temps can easily go below freezing at that time of the year. Whole area is classified as 'High Desert,' as is much of eastern Oregon.

Hell, even Medford area fits that description. Right now the late afternoon can be right at 100 degrees and the early morning in the mid-50's. Start fishing in heavy clothing and strip it off as the day progresses. As to where to stay most of the communities have a web site with 'where to stay' information.

Here's Maupin's: http://www.maupinoregon.com/index.php?m=54&s=386

 

[Peteo]

Yes, Maupin is where you want to be. It's the only town actually on the river, has two fly shops, a couple restaurants and bars, a grocery store, and some lodging options. Lots of folks like the rooms at the Imperial River Company and the a cabin at the Oasis Resort might be a nice option. Throw in the Deschutes Motel up the hill on the edge of town and the River Run Lodge down by the Oasis and you pretty much have all the options in town. Expect to pay about $100 a night at most of these places except the Oasis has one cabin (bunks and walk to bathroom) for like $50.
Yes, the weather can get cold at that time, but we almost never get snow that early (or that low). 50 degree days and nights around freezing or normal around that time, but sometimes we start to get a little rain. The river should be fishing well at that time. Bring your sink tips, but you may not need to use them.

 

[wheelhoss]

I stayed a few nights at the Imperial River Company last fall. Great little hotel with a bar and restaurant. Food was pretty tasty. They also put out a continental breakfast super early for anglers. This was the first time I fished the Deschutes, much smaller up by Maupin than I expected. I really enjoyed it there.

 

[Jabrowning24]

I didn't read through all the comments but my offer stands Wayne, even if it's a work day for me. I'm 45 minutes from warm springs (Mecca flats) and my crappy couch is available.

 

[Back Eddy]

Sounds like a great deal

Thanks J we will be in touch count on that

 

[jiffyjump]

it all sounds good

How far from Orifino after the Clearwater Spey Clave? Or maybe before hand.

Cheers,

 

[Elvez]

That's a solid 5.5 hour drive.

https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Len...71f16bceb5d4c!2m2!1d-121.0814491!2d45.1751205

 

[troutpunk]

Imperial River company is by far my favorite place to stay around Maupin. Rooms are decent, fairly inexpensive, and the restaurant serves good food (for Maupin). I stayed at the deschutes motel once and it was also decent and a bit cheaper but imperial is better all around imo.