I', a long way from a Deschutes veteran, but having fished it a few times over the years, a few days and a car/truck are all you need. There's so much water to fish, it's mind-boggling. In a car, the bumpy roads will be slow going, but you'll get there. Mecca Flats, Mack's Canyon, even way down low, you'll find a ton of water to fish.