SW Washington Fishing Report

SW Washington - The lower Cowlitz may begin to produce catches of summer steelhead now that mainstem water temperatures are on the increase. Most district streams however are producing fair at best and action isn't likely to pick up until later into August.

Steelhead counts at Bonneville justify a trip to Drano Lake for trollers and bank anglers. Night fishing seems to produce the best results but check regulations carefully before heading out.

The Klickitat River should also begin to see better catch rates for summer steelhead although glaciated coloration may affect success rates in the warmer weather.