SW Washington fishing report

Steelhead fishing on the Cowlitz has slowed although it remains one of the better options in the district. This run typically shows a bit earlier so it’s likely past its prime. Returns to other district facilities are much like last year with little variance. The Kalama is producing fair-at-best catches while the Lewis is only slightly better. Several district lakes and ponds were planted with winter trout on the first few days of January. These water bodies should be producing good catches in the afternoons for those using bait.