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Diamond Lake is off to a fast start this spring. A lighter than usual winter means conditions have opened up early, and anglers are already pulling in limits on a daily basis. Docks are in the water, rental boats are available, and the season is well underway.

The bike path circling the lake is also accessible now, weeks ahead of the typical timeline. For anyone who has waited until June or July in past years to ride the loop, this spring offers a rare early window.

New this summer, the resort will be renting side by sides for the first time, giving visitors another way to explore the surrounding  area.

Looking ahead, the calendar has several events worth marking. The Kids Free Fishing Derby takes place on June 6. The Cascade Lakes Relay runs June 25 and 26. And the Blackbird Fishing Derby follows on June 27.

One important note for anyone planning a summer trip: the low snowpack this year could mean fire danger arrives earlier than normal and sticks around longer. The resort is encouraging visitors to consider moving their plans up rather than waiting for late summer, when conditions may be less favorable.

For reservations, questions, or more information, reach out to Diamond Lake Resort at 541-793-3333, visit www.diamondlake.net, or find them on Facebook at Diamond Lake Resort.

Video shot in August 2025.

Diamond Lake is off to a fast start this spring. A lighter than usual winter means conditions have opened up early, and anglers are already pulling in limits on a daily basis. Docks are in the water, rental boats are available, and the season is well underway.The bike path circling the lake is also accessible now, weeks ahead of the typical timeline. For anyone who has waited until June or July in past years to ride the loop, this spring offers a rare early window.New this summer, the resort will be renting side by sides for the first time, giving visitors another way to explore the surrounding area.Looking ahead, the calendar has several events worth marking. The Kids Free Fishing Derby takes place on June 6. The Cascade Lakes Relay runs June 25 and 26. And the Blackbird Fishing Derby follows on June 27.One important note for anyone planning a summer trip: the low snowpack this year could mean fire danger arrives earlier than normal and sticks around longer. The resort is encouraging visitors to consider moving their plans up rather than waiting for late summer, when conditions may be less favorable.For reservations, questions, or more information, reach out to Diamond Lake Resort at 541-793-3333, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer" class="!text-blue-600 !cursor-pointer hover:!underline" href="http://www.diamondlake.net">www.diamondlake.net</a>, or find them on Facebook at Diamond Lake Resort.Video shot in August 2025.

Ryan Finlay

Kathy Guentner

Lisa

Hannah Finlay

Esther Finlay

Moses Finlay

Christie Glen-KnutsonLET

Shelley

John Evans

A mild winter has the lake buzzing with activity well ahead of schedule.

Diamond Lake is off to a fast start this spring. A lighter than usual winter means conditions have opened up early, and anglers are already pulling in limits on a daily basis. Docks are in the water, rental boats are available, and the season is well underway.

The bike path circling the lake is also accessible now, weeks ahead of the typical timeline. For anyone who has waited until June or July in past years to ride the loop, this spring offers a rare early window.

New this summer, the resort will be renting side by sides for the first time, giving visitors another way to explore the surrounding  area.

Looking ahead, the calendar has several events worth marking. The Kids Free Fishing Derby takes place on June 6. The Cascade Lakes Relay runs June 25 and 26. And the Blackbird Fishing Derby follows on June 27.

One important note for anyone planning a summer trip: the low snowpack this year could mean fire danger arrives earlier than normal and sticks around longer. The resort is encouraging visitors to consider moving their plans up rather than waiting for late summer, when conditions may be less favorable.

For reservations, questions, or more information, reach out to Diamond Lake Resort at 541-793-3333, visit 

, or find them on Facebook at Diamond Lake Resort.

Diamond Lake Opens Early for Fishing and Fun

We got the new Umpqua Fishery Enhancement Derby live bridge cam set up today! It’s a live feed of the North Umpqua River below the Winchester Dam looking at the historic Robert A. Booth Bridge which was built in 1923. 

Big thank you to Brian Hunnicutt and crew at All Wired Up for helping with the installing the camera and Moses Finlay for getting it set up and Dave Loomis for all your help! 

Check out the new live feed here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/80XC0Ebt9tE?si=6z5dAWeNVC9aeMBi

Rhonda Kay Staedtler

Della Jones

lisa hunter

Joy Foodwin

Karine Gabrielle

Laurie Johnson

Deborah Ash

Candice Finlay

Elijah Finlay

Katy bowers

Donna Smith

Ward Fong

New Live Stream of North Umpqua River Now Available

Hiked Toketee Falls the other day with a friend. It was so beautiful!

Holly Orr

Sareigh Hatcher

Gail Griffin

Cindy Cooper

Lucy Abrao

Isabella Gardin

Sophia Gardin

Melanie Smith

Barbara Fields

Titus Woodward

Isaac Guastaferro

Cathy

Fran Schaefle

Aubrey Pooler

Arika Nelson

Jaymen Bendele

Beautiful Sunny Day in December

This past week, we had the privilege of taking a river tour to document some of our local wildlife and birds. It was incredibly beautiful! 

Big thank you to Bob from Blue Dream Wildlife River Tours for taking us out. Reach out to Bob if you are interested in doing your own tour! 

Blue Dream Wildlife River Tours
https://bluedreamwildliferivertours.com
541-679-7077

Amazing video by Elijah Finlay

Beautiful. I've talk with others who have gone on his tours. They had many stories and praise for the adventure.

Abraham Finlay

Raine Walker

Wildlife River Tour

Incredible harvest moon over Roseburg tonight! Tomorrow night there will be a blood moon. 
📸 by Abraham Finlay

Nice shot! Do you know, will we be able to see the lunar eclipse?

Elizabeth Cosslett

Harvest Moon Over Roseburg

Nancy Thompson

Betty Cusack

If you're planning a trip to Crater Lake National Park, here's some advice to help make your visit smoother and more enjoyable.

First, buy your entry pass before you arrive. You can do this at www.recreation.gov. To avoid long lines at the park entrance on Highway 62 (note that the North Entrance is closed), try to arrive before 10 am or after 3 pm.

You can drive up to Rim Village and a mile beyond to Discovery Point. But remember, West Rim Drive past Wizard Island Overlook is closed every day from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. This is for snowplowing work, and no one can walk, ski, or snowshoe in this area during these hours. Stay away from any heavy equipment for your safety.

Parking can be tricky. If you go farther into Rim Village, you might find a spot more easily. 

For those hoping to hike, know that the Garfield Peak trail is closed. Other summer hiking trails are also not accessible right now because of snow.

It’s important thing to remember is to be patient, respectful, and kind to the park and to others.

Photo by Audrey Golden on May 21, 2023.

More Areas Reopen at Crater Lake

We saw a lot of beautiful wildflowers up in the mountains this morning, but I think this was my favorite. Tolmiei Star-tulip. Calochortus tolmiei is a North American species of flowering plant in the lily family discovered by Dr. William Frasier Tolmie. Apparently, you can no longer find it in Washington, and it’s found mostly in Oregon and California. They are also sometimes cat ears. 

Tolmiei Star-tulip

Roseburg this evening! What an incredibly beautiful place we get to call home! ❤️
