Devils Lake - Lincoln City, OR

Devils Lake, a unique and shallow urban freshwater lake within Lincoln City, Oregon, offers a highly accessible and notably diverse angling experience. It is a warmwater-dominated fishery, celebrated for its abundant panfish and bass, complemented by regular trout stocking.

The primary piscatorial pursuits are its robust populations of largemouth bass, thriving in vegetated and structured habitats, and exceptionally prolific bluegill and crappie, providing consistent light-tackle action. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) also rigorously stocks rainbow trout in spring and fall, ensuring a reliable coldwater component. Angling techniques are varied: a wide array of lures for bass around structures; small jigs or live bait for panfish; and standard baits, spinners, or spoons for trout. Optimal warmwater fishing spans late spring through early fall; trout excel in spring and autumn. Access is exemplary via numerous public parks, designated fishing docks, and boat launches. Regulations, meticulously managed by the ODFW, typically specify simple bag limits and gear restrictions. Anglers are unequivocally mandated to consult current ODFW directives, ensuring legal compliance and sustainable resource management for this highly productive urban coastal fishery.