Rainbow Trout Fishing is Back !
Oregon's Department of Fish and Wildlife's treatment of Diamond Lake to rid it of Tui Chubs was a complete success in 2006. All chubs and other trash fish were removed. Diamond Lake has once again become a trout producing machine. The water is clear with excellent quality. Insect populations have grown from zero in October of 2006 to over 150 pounds per acre in September of 2008. This means lots of fat, healthy, hard fighting trout that are excellent on the dinner table.
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Diamond Lake Resort rents 16 & 18 foot aluminum boats. The 16 foot boats have 8 hp Tohatsu four stroke outboard motors. The 18 foot boats, designed to carry 6 adults, are powered by 15 hp Tohatus four stroke outboards.
Please note, all reservations for fishing boat rental, patio boat rental, charter fishing boat seats, and boat moorage require an advance deposit. Please call 800-733-7593 x 238 to make your marina reservations and deposit.
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
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. $10.00 per person, 5 person minimum.
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.
Paddle
Boats
Powered by quiet Honda outboard engines, these playful 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
Horseback 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. $40.00 per guest.
Three hour rides 9:00 am through 12:00 noon and 2:00 pm through 5:00 pm $85.00 per person.
All day ride to the top of Tipsoo Peak, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. $145.00 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
Note to 2010 Fall Season Campers at Diamond Lake
Diamond Lake Campground will close on September 8th, 2010 to remodel the Gate House. Broken Arrow Campground and Thielsen View Campground will be open later into the season to accommodate campers. This campground closure will not effect Diamond Lake Resort.
F.Y.I. ... When you call the national reservation system and the operator tells you there are no camping sites available, they are only talking about the reserved 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