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Green Peter Lake

Green Peter Lake is a reservoir in Oregon, near Linn County.

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Fish species in Green Peter Lake

Official stocking history

Stocking records show that the following fish or strains were stocked here. A historical stocking does not by itself prove that a self-sustaining population remains today.

Green Peter isn't the kokanee trip older descriptions might lead you to expect. Drawdowns have badly affected that fishery, and recent fishing information focuses on trout and smallmouth when access allows. Right now, checking whether you can reach the water comes before choosing tackle.

Lake facts

  • Size: About 3,500 mapped acres in the Oregon Lakes Atlas
  • Fishery: Trout and smallmouth bass; the former kokanee fishery has declined sharply
  • Current access issue: Deep seasonal drawdowns can leave ramps unusable and banks unstable

Access at the lake

Thistle Creek and Whitcomb Creek are the recreation areas to look up. In the September 21, 2026 report, both ramps were out of the water and banks were too steep and unstable for safe access. A named launch on a map doesn't help if the reservoir has dropped below it.

The drawdown

That report said the conditions would last until at least February 1, when storage begins. Check for a current update before treating that as a reopening date. Deep seasonal drawdowns are part of the reservoir's operation, so don't plan a fall trip around a photograph of summer water. Wait for confirmed access instead of scrambling down exposed banks.

Planning a visit

Once the lake is accessible, plan around the fishery that is there now rather than its old kokanee reputation. Trout and bass will need different water and tackle. During the low-water period, use only recreation areas confirmed open for any shore stop or picnic. Check both the lake conditions and facility notices before making the drive.

Check the evidence

Sources and what they establish

Source dates describe the evidence, not a live catch forecast. Check the managing authority before planning access or keeping fish.

  • Black Crappie — supporting source

    Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Fish Habitat Distribution

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Bluegill — supporting source

    Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Fish Habitat Distribution

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Brown Bullhead — supporting source

    Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Fish Habitat Distribution

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Common Carp — supporting source

    Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Fish Habitat Distribution

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Sockeye Salmon — supporting source

    Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Trout Stocking Maps

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Largemouth Bass — supporting source

    Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Trout Stocking Maps

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Northern Pikeminnow — supporting source

    Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Fish Habitat Distribution

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Steelhead — supporting source

    Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Fish Habitat Distribution

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Smallmouth Bass — supporting source

    Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Fish Habitat Distribution

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

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