Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
The Malheur National Forest provides an endless number of fishing and hunting opportunities.
Beautiful rivers and streams, high elevation lakes, reservoirs, and small ponds offer just about every setting one could ask for to relax and fish, or just enjoy the magnificent scenery.
The forest is a sought after hunting destination for Rocky Mountain Elk and Mule Deer, but other species including Black Bear and Bighorn Sheep are also on the list of big game hunting opportunities. Blue and Ruffed Grouse are among the small game hunting opportunities that attract hunters to the forest.
Lake and Pond Fishing
The Malheur National Forest provides an endless number of fishing opportunities for the experienced and beginning angler. Beautiful rivers and streams, high elevation lakes, reservoirs, and small ponds offer just about every setting one could ask for to relax and fish, or just enjoy the magnificent scenery.
River and Stream Fishing
The Malheur National Forest provides an endless number of fishing opportunities for the experienced and beginning angler. Beautiful rivers and streams, high elevation lakes, reservoirs, and small ponds offer just about every setting one could ask for to relax and fish, or just enjoy the magnificent scenery.
Hunting
Hunters visit the forest from late August into late fall. Rocky Mountain Elk and Mule Deer are the biggest attractions, but other species such as black bear, bighorn sheep, and blue and ruffed grouse are also hunted.
Visit the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife for hunting rules and regulations.
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Big Creek Campground
Crescent Campground
Deer Creek Guard Station
Deerhorn Campground
Delintment Lake Campground
Elk Creek Campground
Emigrant Campground
Falls Campground
Magone Lake Campground
Malheur Ford Trailhead