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McKay Reservoir fishing reports

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Largemouth bass

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Yellow perch

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White crappie

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General info

McKay Reservoir is a lake located in Oregon, United States. It is most popular for fishing Yellow perch, Largemouth bass, and White crappie.

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Location

45Β°11β€²49.6β€³N 122Β°54β€²57.6β€³W
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Fishing regulations at McKay Reservoir, OR

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Oregon can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of April 15, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about McKay Reservoir fishing

McKay Reservoir is a lake located in Oregon, United States. Its coordinates are:
45Β°11β€²49.6β€³N 122Β°54β€²57.6β€³W
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