Chickahominy Reservoir

Chickahominy Reservoir, located on Highway 20 between Bend and Burns in Eastern Oregon, offers a paved boat ramp near the dam for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. The reservoir is a popular fishing destination stocked annually with rainbow trout, with water levels that fluctuate seasonally based on spring runoff—lower water levels in late season may occasionally affect access. The recreation site is open year-round, though the reservoir typically freezes by mid-December.

The facility includes 28 first-come, first-served campsites available for $16 per vehicle per night (14-day maximum stay), along with convenient amenities including drinking water, vault restrooms, and a fish cleaning station. Paddlers should note that while there is no charge for launching at a designated paddlecraft area, launching at the main boat ramp requires a daily pass. For current conditions, water levels, and pass information, contact the site at 541-573-4400. The scenic location is surrounded by foothills and distant buttes, making it an attractive base for both day trips and extended paddling outings.

Overview:One of Eastern Oregon's most popular fishing spots, man-made Chickahominy Reservoir was first stocked with rainbow trout in the summer of 1967. It is still stocked once or twice a year with fingerlings and legal-size fish. The water level fluctuates with the amount of spring run-off and can be low at times, affecting the availability of fisheries. The recreation site offers 28 campsites,...

Overview:One of Eastern Oregon's most popular fishing spots, man-made Chickahominy Reservoir was first stocked with rainbow trout in the summer of 1967. It is still stocked once or twice a year with fingerlings and legal-size fish. The water level fluctuates with the amount of spring run-off and can be low at times, affecting the availability of fisheries. The recreation site offers 28 campsites, a fish cleaning station, drinking water, vault restrooms and a boat ramp. The extensive valley where Chickahominy Reservoir lies is surrounded by foothills, distant buttes and rough ridges - a landscape that provides far-reaching views of the open high desert country.Know Before You Go:The fishing season peaks in June and resumes in September as the hot summer weather ends. Ice fishing is popular from December to late February.Shade is limited and strong winds are common; be prepared to tie everything down.Five, eight-inch minimum length trout per day limit; bait is allowed.Point of Interest:Wildlife species common to the area include mule deer, pronghorn antelope, black-tailed jackrabbits, coyotes, and ground squirrels. A variety of waterfowl, raptors and songbirds frequent the area as well.Chickahominy Brochure

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