SW Washington fishing update

SW Washington – The Cowlitz remains the best summer steelhead option for inland anglers although effort remains highest along lower Columbia beaches as run numbers increase. Plunkers are tipping their offerings with striped coon shrimp.

All district systems are down in summer steelhead adults showing up at the hatchery facilities with the Washougal the one exception. These systems have produced poorly for much of the year.

With passage numbers on the climb, the Wind and Klickitat Rivers should begin to produce more consistent catches. Bobber and jigs will work well when the water is clear. Flows should remain good for much of the season.