Oregon Redband Trout

Oncorhynchus mykiss · Trout and Char family

1lakes
106logged catches
1.62 kg heaviest logged

Oregon Redband Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) are a subspecies of Rainbow Trout that is indigenous to cool lakes, streams and rivers of Central Oregon region. These fish are similar in appearance to the coastal rainbow trout but have larger, more rounded spots and are more orange-red around the lateral line with visible white tips on their fins. Redband Trout usually grow to be over 25 cm (10 in) in length, weighing around 1-3 lb. Fully grown Oregon Redband Trout feed predominantly on forage fish, while younger specimen prefer insects and crustaceans.

What actually catches it ranked by real logged catches

Baits

Lures

Barbless Narrow Spoon 7 g, #1/0 6

Best setups by lake 1 lakes with data

Falcon Lake — 106 catches , best 1.62 kg

Flies Hook #1/0 Feeder bottom 5×
Shiners Hook #1 Feeder bottom 5×
Marshmallows Hook #1 Feeder bottom 5×
Flies Hook #2/0 Feeder bottom 5×

How to catch

How to catch a unique Oregon Redband Trout? You can catch this fish either with bait or lures.

If you prefer to use natural baits, then the best way to catch Oregon Redband Trout would be to use Shiners on a size #1/0 hook.

If you are more into artificial lures, you should go for some Narrow Spoons. The most successful lure is White & Red Head / Glow White & Red Head Shad 10 cm.