Statewide
Disabled angler access map
Many of the more popular fishing locations across the state are accessible to anglers with disabilities. ODFW tries to keep the information on this map current but it's always best to check with the waterbody manager for the latest information before going fishing.
Use the navigation pane on the left of the map, or simply click the fish icons, to learn more about specific places where there are angling opportunities. The Google-based map highlights sites across Oregon that may be suitable for anglers with physical disabilities.
More information about outdoor areas with disabled access is available in the Access Oregon publication, Please note this publication was last updated several years ago so some information is not current.
Anglers with a disabilities permit can fish from an anchored boat, or other floating device, in places where fishing from a boat is prohibited by ODFW. They can also receive assistance fishing form another person. Learn more and apply for the disabilities permit.
Other helpful links:
- Oregon fishing regulations and remember to always check for in-season updates, especially for salmon and steelhead, using this link
- Trout stocking schedule: Most of the accessible ponds and lakes are stocked with hatchery trout.
If you have suggestions for improvements to this map, please send them to odfw.info@odfw.oregon.gov
Best bets – ODFW fish biologists recommend the following locations for anglers with disabilities that limit their mobility. See the full entry on the Google map for more information.
NW Region
Junction City Pond: Trout and warmwater fish. Recently (spring 2024) improved with ADA compliant concrete paths and walkways on northwest corners of pond, two ADA-compliant picnic tables coming later in 2024, ADA compliant cantilevered fishing platforms, gravel parking lot, one paved ADA parking space,
EE Wilson Wildlife Area Pond (Adair): Trout, warmwater. Accessible fishing dock, ADA parking. Pond is a ways from parking lot to the pond but the path is usually in good shape.
Henry Hagg Lake (Forest Grove): Rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, warmwater fish. Paved parking, universally accessible 260-foot fishing pier located at Recreation Area "C".
Nehalem Hatchery Fishing Platform: Coho, Chinook, steelhead, rainbow trout. Access to a fishing platform for steelhead and salmon angling is available for those with a Disabled Veteran Angling License or Oregon Disabilities Hunting & Fishing Permit. Accessible parking adjacent to the structure, along with restrooms. Nets and rod holders provided, too.
Cleawox Lake (Honeyman State Park, Florence): Rainbow trout and warmwater fish. Universally accessible fishing pier, paved parking, picnic area, restrooms, swimming area, camp sites at the state park
Devils Lake at Regatta Park (Lincoln City): Rainbow trout. Universally accessible fishing dock, ADA restrooms, paved parking.
Coffenbury Lake (Fort Stevens State Park, Warrenton): Trout, warmwater, surplus steelhead when available. ADA flush toilets, ADA accessible fishing opportunities, campsites including universally accessible sites.
Hebo Lake, Hebo: Trout. Five accessible fishing platforms.
SW Region
Bandon Marina (Bandon): Crab, marine fish. ADA accessible fishing pier on the western side of the Bandon marina riverwalk/breakwater.
Diamond Lake: Rainbow trout, tiger trout (catch-and-release). Accessible opportunities around the lake.
Plat I Reservoir: Warmwater, trout. Good bank access, parking and ADA restrooms.
Winchester Bay Crabbing Pier: Crab, marine fish. ADA accessible.
High Desert
Metolius Pond, Camp Sherman: Trout. For youth and disabled anglers only. ADA parking, ADA path and vault toilet.
Shevlin Pond near Bend. For youth and disabled anglers only. Accessible fishing pier, accessible restrooms. See City of Bend Parks information for other accessible fishing.
Yellowjacket Lake (30+ miles out of Burns in Malheur National Forest): Trout. Major improvements coming in 2024: New ADA fishing dock, two ADA parking spots, two ADA picnic tables, ADA kayak launch, ADA porta john on paved surface, paved picnic area and walkways to fishing spots and docks, six benches throughout property, regrading of beach area.
NE Region
Marr Pond, Enterprise: Trout and warmwater fish. ADA accessible pathways around the pond with multiple wheelchair accessible fishing platforms, picnic benches, toilet, and parking areas.
McNary Ponds (near McNary Dam, Umatilla County): Trout and warmwater fish. Gravel parking areas, paved parking at Spillway Park, packed dirt trails/raised wooden platforms weaving through the ponds, some fishing platforms dotted on the various ponds.
Brandon Pond, John Day (next to ODFW screen shop and open certain hours on weekdays only). Trout. Gravel parking with two paved ADA spaces, paved path to accessible fishing platform.
7th Street Pond, John Day: Trout. Crushed gravel parking lot, two paved ADA parking spaces at the restroom by the tennis courts, paved trail to an ADA accessible fishing dock.
Magone Lake (near John Day): Rainbow trout, brook trout. Paved parking, accessible fishing dock.
Olive Lake (30 miles from Baker City): Rainbow trout, brook trout, kokanee. Crushed gravel parking areas, a boat ramp, fishing dock, some campsites, and toilets are ADA accessible.
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