SW Washington fishing

SW Washington – The Cowlitz will continue to be the strongest option for spring chinook and summer steelhead but the Kalama and Lewis Rivers will also be viable options for the next 4 weeks. Unfortunately, flows remain high hampering angler success. Anglers are likely to see peak catches later than normal, with action likely to get better towards the end of the month. As Bonneville counts begin to swell, so should catches in the Wind River and Drano Lake fisheries. Drano fished excellent last Wednesday but has dropped off ever since. Regulations have changed here in recent years so be sure to check your favorite destination before venturing out.