Rainbow Trout Fishing is Back !
Oregon's Department of Fish and Wildlife treatment of Diamond Lake to rid it of Tui Chubs was a complete success.
The lake's water is clear and fishing is very GOOD!
Please note that the Chubs were the primary cause of Diamond Lake's decline in water quality. With the chubs gone excellent water quality is expected.
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Diamond Lake has purchased 25 new welded aluminum boats from Riverman Boat Works in Redmond. 20 new 16 foot boats and 5 new 18 foot boats. The 16 foot boats will be powdered by new 8 hp Tohatsu four stroke outboard motors. The 18 foot boats, designed to carry 6 adults, will be powered by new 15 hp Tohatus four stroke outboards.
Rental rates for the 16 foot aluminum boats are:
All day, $80.00; 1/2 day, $60.00 and by the hour for $35.00
Rental rates for the 18 foot aluminum boats are:
All day, $99.00; 1/2 day, $80.00; and $40.00 by the hour.
You may rent a bimini top to any of the new aluminum boats for just $15.00
Our rental plywood boats are 16 feet long, and powered by either a 6 hp or 8 hp outboard motor. They are well suited for either trolling or still fishing on Diamond Lake.
Rates: $50.00 all day; $40.00 for 1/2 a day, or $25.00 per hour
Charter Boat
Our Charter Boat is a safe, stable 24 foot long by 10 feet wide pontoon boat offering Rainbow Trout fishing for up to 10 guests. Guide service and all bait and tackle is provided. All you need is an Oregon Fishing license. The cost is $50.00 per person.
Afternoon scenic tours are available for up to 20 guests. Prices are yet to be set.
Patio Boats
Our Patio Boats are a great way to take the whole family out on the lake fishing or sightseeing. All day rentals are $185.00; 1/2 day rental @ $130.00; or $50.00 per hour
Reservations and deposits are required for all day and 1/2 day rentals and can be made at the marina April 1st through October 31st. 800-733-7593 X 238
Paddle
Boats
Powered by quiet Honda outboard engines, these playfull water craft are great fun for the entire family. Rented at the marina, rates are $4.00 for the operator, plus $1.00 for each passenger.
The marina rents from a fleet of "Diamond Back" mountain bikes. There is a paved 12 mile USFS bike path around the lake. For the more advanced back country dirt roads and single track trails, ask the marina staff for directions to the best riding. Helmets are provided with each bike.
Rates are: 8 or more hours ... $30.00 1/2 day, 4 hours... $25.00; or by the hour ...$10.00
Kayaking and Canoes
Single & double passenger styles $15.00 per hour
Horse Back Riding
Guided horse back rides are available at Diamond Lake Corrals from June until the snow flies in the Fall. Gentile, experienced horses. Reservations are recommended. 541-793-3337
One hour rides leave the corrals at 9:00 am, 10:00 am, and 11:00 am and during the afternoons at 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm, and 4:00 pm. $35.00 per guest.
Three hour rides 9:00 am through 12:00 noon and 2:00 pm through 5:00 pm $70.00 per person.
All day ride to the top of Tipsoo Peak, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. $135.00 per guest
Chuck Wagon Suppers and group Wagon and Buggy rides are also available.
Board, per day ... $15.00 $75.00 per week
Closed Sunday, except for Holiday weekends.
United States Forest Service Campgrounds
There are over 450 camping sites at the three Umpqua National Forest campgrounds in the Diamond Lake Recreation Area. Diamond Lake, Broken Arrow, and Thielsen View campgrounds are very well maintained with paved roads and trailer pads. Only 174 of these sites are reserved through the National Recreation Reservation service at 877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov
THE REST OF THE 226 CAMPSITES ARE FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED
F.Y.I. ...
If the operator at the reservation number tells you there are no camping sites available, they are only talking about the reservable sites, not the first come, first served sites.
Diamond Lake Campground is located on Forest Road #4795, on the east shore of Diamond Lake with 238 combined trailer (to 35 feet) and tent campsites. Some sites are designed for campers with disabilities. Tables, fireplaces, running potable water, flush toilets, showers, garbage bins, gray water sumps, RV dump station, boat ramps, and fish cleaning stations. Advance reservations are available for sites in "A" through "F", and in "G" and "M" camping loops. Daily rates: Single unit, $12.00 for the first vehicle, $6.00 for additional vehicles. Multiple units, $18.00 for the first two vehicles, $6.00 per additional vehicle. Add $6.00 per day for lakeshore camping.
Broken Arrow Campground is east of Forest Road #4795 at the south end of Diamond Lake with a combination of 118 trailer (to 35 feet) and tent camp sites. Tables, fireplaces, running potable water, flush toilets, showers, garbage bins, gray water sumps, and RV dump station. Loops "F" & "G" are designed for campers with disabilities. Group reservations are available in Loops "J, K, M, & N". Call 1-877-444-6777. Daily rates: Single unit, $11.00 for the first vehicle, $4.00 per additional vehicle. Multiple Units: $14.00 for the first two vehicles, $4.00 per additional vehicle.
Thielsen View Campground is also on Forest Road #4795 on the west shore of Diamond Lake with a total of 60 trailer (to 30 feet) and tent units. Some of the sites have been modified to accommodate campers with disabilities. Tables, fireplaces, running potable water, vault toilets, gray water sumps, garbage bins, and a boat ramp. Daily rates: Single unit $11.00 for the first vehicle, $4.00 each additional vehicle. Multiple units: $14.00 for the first two vehicles, $4.00 per additional vehicle.
Free Hiker / Cyclists Camping area: Five non-motorized campsites, adjacent to the South Shore Picnic Area, are available for hikers and bicyclists. Tables, fireplaces, running potable water, flush toilets and gray water sump.
South Shore Picnic Area: 23 picnic sites with tables, fireplaces, running potable water, flush toilets, garbage bins, children's playground, volleyball court, horseshoe pits, and swimming beach. A group Pavilion may be reserved.
The US Forest Service's Diamond Lake Information and Visitors Center is open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Phone: 541-793-3310