1. Speed & Directional "Triggering." Advanced anglers know that a steady speed often leads to "followers" rather than "biters." The 30-Degree "Stop-and-Drop": Instead of trolling in a straight line, make 30-degree "S" turns. This causes the inside lure to stall...

Sunriver Resort sits in the heart of Central Oregon and offers visitors an incredible basecamp for outdoor adventure, scenic beauty, and unforgettable experiences. One of the biggest draws of the area is the wide variety of activities available just a short drive...

Baddfish “Game Changer” Tournament-Grade Kokanee Corn Developed and refined on heavily pressured Central Oregon fisheries, Baddfish Game Changer Kokanee Corn is a tournament-proven bait built for anglers who need results when the bite gets tough. This is the...

At Baddfish Guide Service, we believe in running only proven gear—tackle that earns its place on the boat through real-world results. That’s why LURED Kokanee Tackle has become a permanent part of our program. As a Central Oregon Kokanee specialist, I guide on some of...

Bull Trout Fishing on Lake Billy Chinook with Baddfish Guide Service Lake Billy Chinook is one of Central Oregon’s most respected bull trout fisheries, producing powerful, hard-fighting fish in a setting that’s as rugged as it is beautiful. Formed by the confluence of...

Another fun-filled and highly productive day on the stunning waters of Lake Billy Chinook! The Kokanee Salmon are hitting hard, proving that winter fishing in Central Oregon is absolutely red-hot. We absolutely crushed it out on the water, boating 27 beautiful Kokanee...

 Baddfish Guide Service — Wintertime Rates Are Here!  Winter fishing is heating up, and now’s the perfect time to get on the water with Baddfish Guide Service!  New Winter Rates: • Full Day: $175.00 • Half Day: $150.00 • Two person minimum. Whether...

What a fantastic season we've been having on Lake Billy Chinook! Just a quick reminder that the Metolius arm is closed until March 1st. There’s a bit of confusion about the boundaries between the Metolius arm, the Deschutes River/Crooked River arm, so it's really...

rpdneostSote0 1lys0969MgfY2am8a gr631h4:ft6g06Ai 6hadfu20f1e · WOW — what an incredible fall fishing season! We’ve been spending our days out on Lake Billy Chinook, and the Kokanee fishing has been absolutely stellar. Huge schools of fish are lighting...

Fall & Winter Fishing Around Sunriver Resort and Central OregonCentral Oregon is a year-round outdoor playground, and for anglers, the changing seasons bring fresh opportunities on the water. While many think of summer as “fishing season,” fall and winter can be...