SW Washington fishing report

SW Washington- The Cowlitz River has slowed for steelhead but boat and beach anglers in the lower river had a productive week of mainstem Columbia steelhead fishing. Still, on average, only every other steelhead could be retained as wild fish made up over half of the catch.

Seasons and bag limits become more liberal on SW Washington tributaries after August 1st. Check local listings before heading out. Good chinook and coho returns are expected.

Drano Lake action is slowing but some summer steelhead remain in the catch.