Our family had a fantastic experience with Deep Canyon. We were looking for a place where our…read more"budding" fishermen could learn about fly fishing. Not knowing much about fly fishing, I called the shop at least 3 times before booking to ask questions which were always patiently answered. The booking process was smooth and Tye (owner) called me back to confirm and make sure everything was clear about the meeting place, fishing licenses, gear, etc. Our guide also called and texted the day before to see if we had any questions and to reconfirm the meeting place. We had 3 children (10, 10 & 8) in our group and our guide Dylan was amazing. He was super patient with the kids and got them very interested in fishing. I was expecting them to stop after an hour but the kids loved it so much, they fished for the entire 4 hours. I would definitely book another fishing day with them the next time we're up in Central Oregon.

Two of us went out on a half day trip with Taylor. Fantastic trip! While my fishing buddy is an…read moreexperienced fly fisherman, I'm fairly new at it. I learned more from Taylor in 4 hours than all of my previous outings combined. He was patient and always there with tips and suggestions. A great experience! We will definitely book with Deep Canyon Outfitters again when we're in Oregon.

You'd be crazy to go to any other fly shop in Bend, or in central Oregon for that matter…read more It really is the perfect storm; friendly, well stocked, great location, fair pricing, and the MOST KNOWLEDGEABLE STAFF that you could want. There's bigger, trendier, New York Yankees-style fly shops around, but you pay more for a fancy shop and staff with a chip on their shoulder. Don't hesitate, get your angling rear end in there and get geared up!

Nice, small friendly local fly shop, with very knowledgeable staff. The manager's name is Pete and…read morehe will bend over backwards to help you!

Oregon is supposed to be trout fishing heaven so I wanted to expose my kids (8 & 9) to it and Fly…read moreand Field had a great guided package for 4 of us. We went a day early to the shop (the shop is beautiful) to get outfitted and the next morning when we met Braden at the shop we were ready to go. We followed him for about 45 minutes to the Crooked River and he had all the gear set up for us. We changed into our waders, grabbed the poles and headed down to the river. Wish fishing was always this easy! Braden was a great teacher. He explained the river and its contours, the fish and what they eat and how to effectively cast. Even my girls got it pretty quickly with his help. We only took one break for lunch and Braden had some great sandwiches and snacks for us but I really wanted to get back on the river. He saw that and let me know that I could take my time and that we would get a full day on the water no matter how long we took for lunch. I got 3 trout and a couple of white fish, my wife got 2 trout and my girls got 1. I could have stayed out there forever but the temp was dropping and the family went into the car so I reluctantly left before getting yelled at. Definitely a first class operation fun by people who really know their stuff. Hopefully next time I can do a Deschutes drift fishing trip next time!

Three day, two night float, fish and camp on the Lower Deschutes with Josh and Glenn end of…read moreSeptember 2025. Money really can't buy such a trip, well worth it!!!

If you are not a Bend local but want to fish like one, definitely have Nic show you some of the…read morefinest fly fishing in the Deschutes basin. He is a highly skilled yet personable and patient guide that will make your fishing experience one to remember. Our trip involved taking my 14 yo son out in his first fly fishing outing and he managed not only to keep this 24x7 video gamer interested but excited and enthusiastic about our day-long outing. He also somehow managed to spend several minutes to show me some new casting techniques while quickly moving back and forth dealing with snags, tangles and the many fish unhooking and picture duties. Our trip was along the Crooked River, a local hot spot which hosts both native rainbow trout and whitefish. They must do something special to these fish who fight like ones many times their actual size. These entertaining fish are plentiful but smart, so knowing the proper flies and techniques will save you many hours of trial and error here. This is a truly special area that is both spectacularly beautiful and highly productive for the skilled fly fisherman. I've been in several guided outings but few have rivaled the completely satsifying trip we did with Rivers Bend. If you plan to fly fish in the Bend area, you will regret not spending your day with Rivers Bend.

This was the highlight of our trip. All three of my kids got into and had a blast. My son at first…read moredidn't want to fish until we got there. Our guide went out of his way to accommodate him. He was amazing with the kids. And so patient!!!!!!! My son is already begging to go back and do it again. Really a fantastic experience!

A beautiful park right here in downtown Bend. What seems so far away is within walking distance if…read moreyou are anywhere close to downtown Bend. Lots of space to throw a blanket and chill. You can put i. to float here as well.

Drake Park has a lovely walking trail as well as water access, restrooms, picnic tables and large…read moregrassy areas. There is alot of street parking (4 hour max). There were people floating on paddle boards, there could be some good fishing within as well as alot of crayfish. There are beautiful homes along the waterfront as well as some resturants and downtown access from the parkway.

Went into the shop not knowing what to get for fly tying and Kaden was very helpful and kind. He…read moreguided me around the shop showing me patterns to tie and the supplies need for the fly while being very excited to do so.

A terrific, first class retail store with an exceptional selection of fly fishing gear. A…read morewelcoming place for rookies to the professional. The owner and his team are very hands on, as I experienced on my first visit last weekend. We came in to prep for a trip, which was handled through the shop (Deep Canyon - excellent). I was quite surprised at the constant flow of customers and all of the personal 1:1 attention given to everyone. There is a great microbeer bar to hang with fellow anglers, a lovely patio and plenty of parking. I wish this fly shop had a location in California.

We're traveling through Bend with our two pups and happened upon this dog park. What a great…read moresurprise for all of us!! Huge off leash park and super clean. We'll stop here again!!

This place is clutch. One of the best courses in Oregon. This is my favorite course I have…read moreplayed. This place has multiple things to offer. Per friendly, sports complex, hiking, disc golf. It is absolutely amazing.

Cory is one heck of a guide, and the float trip to fish was so awesome. We saw a bald eagle grab a…read morefish out of the River and a mink playing on the river bank. Wild horses high on the mountain tops above us as we floated through the Deschutes. He put me on some 14-16 inch rainbows and taught me how to improve my fly fishing within minutes. Thanks Cory

Cory and his group of guides and gear guys make it a real pleasure to float and fish for trout and…read moresteelhead on the beautiful Deschutes River. Cannot say enough about the whole experience. The food, the fishing expertise and the friendship provided are all equal from my perspective. Cory and the gang know the river like the back of their hand and are really fun to hang out with.

Nate and his crew provided our group with an exceptional four days of river bliss…read more Safety, comfort, and creating lasting memories clearly drive his mission. From the start, Nate was upfront about river safety, setting a clear expectation that all party members listen and work cooperatively to minimize risks. I deeply appreciated this transparency; the guidelines were minimal, easy to follow, and kept everyone secure without taking away from the experience. Every minute of the trip was centered on our enjoyment. The itinerary was excellent--we stopped often at unique, beautiful spots to stretch our legs, swim, relax on beaches, fish, and take short hikes. Camp was highly comfortable, and the meals were an absolute highlight. The crew treated us to exceptional food and drink, including cocktails, appetizers, restaurant-quality entrees, and even desserts. Highly recommend Nate and his crew for an unforgettable adventure.

My daughter and her children had a blast with Nathan on the white rapids. They couldn't stop…read moretalking about all the fun they had. Thanks Nathan. Lucinda Wedge

The day we set out on our hike to Benham Falls, we started out by parking off the East trailhead…read more We then hiked the short distance (about 1/2 mile) to the Falls. Benham Falls actually look a lot more like large whitewater rapids than waterfalls; you'll encounter some spectacular views as you approach them :-) On the day we did this hike, we started out just before lunch. The trail was hot and dusty, but we still had a delightful hike. Tip: The hiking difficulty here is easy; beginning hikers and above won't have any trouble even when it's hot. The trail is fairly broad, so there's no problem with hikers and bicycles using it at the same time. Note that the West trailhead is so close to the falls that if you start out from there you'll basically be skilling the hike and just taking in the views and the Falls.

One of my favorite short hikes that my family and I have enjoyed for decades. Stunning views, safe…read moretrails, lots of hikers and cyclists, I feel safe here. One can make this a long hike, but I limit my hikes to an hour round trip--Benham Falls is the perfect weekend hike.