SW Washington fishing

SW Washington- Although returns to local area hatcheries are less than half of what they were last season, catches are still coming from the Cowlitz when flows cooperate. Most of the action is around the trout hatchery which is common for this time of year.

 

The Lewis, Kalama and Washougal systems are also options for early returning steelhead but returns are also reflecting another down year for adults. Chinook remain an option on the Lewis River but the condition and quantity of fish are fading.

 

Check the WDF&W web site for additional trout fishing opportunities this time of year.