Fishing

Progress Lake Park, at the southernmost edge of THPRD boundaries, is one of three spots where fishing is permitted with a valid Oregon fishing license.

Progress Lake Park, at the southernmost edge of THPRD boundaries, is one of three spots where fishing is permitted with a valid Oregon fishing license.

Recreational fishing is available year-round within Park District boundaries for anglers with a valid Oregon fishing license.

Three nearby lakes are stocked with trout annually by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.

• Bethany Lake – North of Hwy 26 at 185th Ave. and NW West Union Rd.
• Commonwealth Lake – South of Hwy 26 between Murray Rd. and Cedar Hills Blvd.
• Progress Lake – North of Barrows Rd., just west of Progress Ridge retail development. Patrons are requested to use on-street parking instead of parking in the mall lot.

Guidelines

Anglers are reminded to observe legal fishing requirements, including daily catch limits, and to follow district regulations including the following fishing-specific guidelines:

• Keep chairs and coolers off of the pedestrian pathway.
• Bring your own pole support (do not cut vegetation).
• Dead fish should be disposed of properly and not thrown back into the lake.
• Fenced-off areas are off-limits to the public.
• Swimming, boats and floatation devices are not allowed at Commonwealth or Progress Lakes.