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526-acre lake near Chemult. The lake tops out around 140 ft. The depth chart comes from published agency bathymetric survey data, so the contours are survey-derived rather than computer-modeled. The season-by-season read for each species follows, from the map's own numbers.
Traced from the shoreline, Miller Lake runs 513 acres with 4.5 miles of edge. The basin is a simple one (shoreline index 1.4) — close to a bowl, so the structure on the chart matters more than the bank. The shallow band under 15 ft claims about 6% of the surface — that's where the groceries are. The basin spans about 1.7 mi end to end and 0.7 mi across at its widest. You'll find it in Klamath County. For a second option, Crescent Lake lies 18 mi north.
Start shallow in spring: rainbow trout sit in 5 to 20 ft that time of year. Summer pushes them deeper, 8 to 30 ft, and winter fish settle into 8 to 40 ft. The spot to know is Gideon Creek inflow, an inflow / creek mouth in about 1 ft of water that rates good for rainbow trout in spring. Warm-month bites cluster around early morning and the evening. Throw a dodger + spoon (deep troll) or a flutter spoon until the fish tell you otherwise.
| Season | Depth | Best window | Start at | Go-to baits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 5 to 20 ft | dawn & dusk | Gideon Creek inflow (1 ft) | Inline spinner (silver), Small spoon |
| Summer | 8 to 30 ft | dawn & dusk | Gideon Creek inflow (1 ft) | Dodger + spoon (deep troll), Flutter spoon |
| Fall | 10 to 35 ft | dawn & dusk | Main-lake point (1 ft) | Casting spoon, Jerkbait over shoals |
| Winter | 8 to 40 ft | dawn | Gideon Creek inflow (1 ft) | Jigging spoon, Tube jig (white) |
Count 11 structure marks on this chart. The deepest, Deep basin, sits near 140 ft.
Access data: Oregon State Marine Board — Boating Access. Confirm conditions and fees locally before you launch.
Season dates, license requirements, and size and bag limits for Oregon waters are set by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife — and special regulations can apply to Miller Lake specifically, so confirm the current rules before you fish.
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Miller Lake is about 140 ft (43 m) deep at its deepest point. The depth chart comes from published agency bathymetric survey data, so the contours are survey-derived rather than computer-modeled.
Anglers target rainbow trout on Miller Lake.
Gideon Creek inflow is the top-rated area: an inflow / creek mouth in about 1 ft of water that rates good for rainbow trout in spring. Scroll up to the map for the complete spot list by species and season.
For rainbow trout, the summer bite is best in early morning and the evening. Each species page section below lists the seasonal windows, and the map shows a live NOW badge when you're inside one.
Fishing on Miller Lake is regulated by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Check the official Oregon regulations for current license requirements, season dates, and size and bag limits — special regulations can apply to this specific water.
Crescent Lake 18 mi · Crater Lake 21 mi · Waldo Lake 34 mi · South Twin Lake 35 mi · Charlton Lake 36 mi · Crane Prairie Reservoir 39 mi · Torrey Lake 39 mi · Deer Lake 41 mi · Agency Lake 49 mi · Hosmer Lake 52 mi · Fourmile Lake 55 mi · Sparks Lake 55 mi
See how Miller Lake stacks up: best rainbow trout lakes in Oregon
More water nearby: Klamath County fishing maps (6 charts). Browse all Oregon fishing maps. See every water on DepthScout. Bathymetry: published agency survey data. How we build these maps. Fish here with a sonar unit that logs? Send us your depth data and we'll improve this chart, credited to you. For fishing guidance only, never navigation.