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Diamond Lake

Diamond Lake is a lake in Oregon, near Douglas County.

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Fish species in Diamond 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.

Diamond Lake is best known for rainbow trout, with Mount Bailey and Mount Thielsen framing the water. It's a fairly shallow mountain lake for its roughly 3,200 acres. You can start fishing without needing to find a deep canyon or bring heavy open-water tackle.

Lake facts

  • Size: Roughly 3,200 acres in Forest Service watershed information
  • Depth: About 24 feet on average and 52 feet maximum in that reference
  • Main fish: Rainbow trout; brown trout and tiger trout must be released

Where to fish

From shore, look for public access with a clear casting lane past the plants. Boat anglers can work the outside of weed growth and move between feeding water and slightly deeper stretches. Change depth or retrieve along a promising area before moving to the other side of the lake. Small trout lures and permitted bait give you several ways to try it.

Fishing tips and rules

Brown and tiger trout must be released. They help control unwanted fish, so learn to identify them before putting a trout on a stringer. Rainbows are the main fish to plan a meal around, under current limits. An October 7, 2026 notice concerned repairs to the fish-cleaning station, rather than closure of the lake.

Camping and lake access

Campgrounds and lakeside recreation make this a place to stay for more than a quick session. A picnic or shore walk can fill the quieter part of the day. Check current campground and facility operation, and keep an eye on the wind; even a shallow lake can give a small boat a rough ride back.

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.

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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.

  • 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.

  • Brown Trout — 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.

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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 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.

  • 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.

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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.

  • 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.

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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.

  • Tiger Trout — 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.

  • Tui Chub — 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.

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