Owens River - Lower Fish Report - Bishop, CA (Inyo County)

Lower Ownes- Wild Trout Section Report

Owens River - Lower - Bishop, CA (Inyo County)

by Doug Busey
12-3-2025
Website

Below Pleasant Valley Campground — barbless flies and lures only, open all year, catch-and-release.

When conditions get rough up top, the Lower becomes the winter grounds — mainly lure fishing, with some fly action. A mid-October trip produced browns and rainbows up to 18". The brush is still thick but should open up as it goes dormant. Panther Martins, Thomas Buoyants, and hook-modified Rapalas are the go-to lures.

Mid-day Mayfly hatches offer great BWO or caddis fly opportunities.

Good luck on your next fishing adventure. If you have a question. a report in our local fishing area or have a photo of your catch, send it to nevada@fishreports.com. Hope to see you on the waters. Good fishin' and tight lines.

More Reports

Doug Busey: Early December Fishing Report

12-3-2025
Happy Holidays, fellow anglers! It feels like old man winter is still on vacation. I can feel the chill, but where’s...... Read More

Carson Now Reports

for Thursday, November 13th

: November Angler’s Report – Safety, Regulations, and Lake Conditions
Topaz Lake: The lake is still producing fish when you can get out
Indian Creek Reservoir: Fishing has slowed a little
Blue Lake Lower: The road is closed for the season
Caples Lake: Fishing has been fair
Red Lake: Fishing has been slow, but some anglers have been catching brookies
East Carson River (CA): Fishing has been fair for anglers
West Carson River (CA): The river is running very low
Bridgeport Reservoir: Fishing has been good when you can get out
Owens River - Section 3 - Upper (above Crowley): Upper Owens River Report
Owens River - Lower: When wind, temps, and snow affect the Upper, the Lower becomes a good winter fishing ground