New Year on the Lower

   It's not over for fishing on the Lower Deschutes. The Maupin area consists of some great water for both Trout and Steelhead. January is late in the season for summer steelhead however, there are surely still some fish trickling into the Lower D. The fish aren't all rotten tomatoes yet.  The water conditions on the Lower have stayed consistent along with this surprisingly warm weather. Crowds down there are practically non-existent giving you first choice on water. We sure can't say that in September.