SW Washington fishing report

SW Washington – Cowlitz River steelheading was rumored to be excellent as the river was clearing late last week. Side-drifters and boon-dogglers took numerous hatchery fish. The action likely won’t last long.

The Lewis River is another option this time of year but isn’t quite enjoying the returns being witnessed on the Cowlitz.

Hatchery steelhead are already being recycled on the Washougal River. The run is tracking ahead of last year.