We received great news for Washington’s Coastal Steelheaders! Steelhead run forecasts look to be the best we’ve seen in years, and many of the rivers of the Washington Coast will be open for Steelhead fishing (for at least part of the winter) for the first time in years. We wrote up a thorough post at …
Steelhead
The rivers of the Pacific Coast region host great fishing for Steelhead. This page showcases great How To articles, blog posts, fishing reports, fishing seasons, tips and techniques on catching Steelhead in the rivers of Washington, Oregon, Alaska, British Columbia and California. We focus on fishing in the rivers of Puget Sound like the Skykomish River, Snoqualmie River, Skagit River. Washington’s Olympic Peninsula is a world class locale for catching trophy Steelhead in river like the Sol Duc River, Hoh River, Bogachiel River, Queets River, Humptulips River, Wynoochee River and others.
Seattle and Washington State Fishing Report – January 2022
Frigid winter weather isn’t going to keep us off the water here in Washington State! For those of us that are eager to get out, we have some great Salmon, Steelhead and Trout fisheries, coastal Razor Clams to dig, and Puget Sound squid to catch. All the fisheries mentioned are bright spots so far, and …
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How to Tie a Simple Marabou Steelhead Jig
Float fishing with a bobber and jig is a killer technique for Steelhead! Although there are many variations of the Steelhead Jig, a basic marabou jig can be a great way to break into jig tying. It’s simple and easy to tie. Here is your step by step tutorial. What you’ll need: How to start …
Your Guide to Fishing in Seattle – The City and Beyond.
Fishing in and around Seattle, Washington In this article, we are going to talk about fishing in and around the City of Seattle. And believe me, there is a lot to talk about when it comes to this subject. We have phenomenal fishing opportunities within the city limits. As well as a countless fishing spots …
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New Steelhead Egg Clusters from Western Fishing Operations
Yesterday evening I got caught up in a heavy snow flurry on Highway 18 at the Tiger Mountain Summit. I thought to myself, winter is here early… and it won’t be long before frigid early mornings, launching my drift boat, and Winter Steelhead fishing! Instead of calling it a day, I ended up in my …
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8 Amazing Techniques to Catch Winter Steelhead
The most popular quarry found in our Pacific Northwest rivers is the Winter Steelhead, we will teach you how to catch them. Although most of our rivers host Steelhead throughout much of the year, it is the winter months that bring in strong numbers of fish and plenty of excitement. I want to share with …
Guide to Fishing in Washington – Visitors, Newcomers and Beginners
Washington State is a wonderland of fishing opportunities. For a beginner to Washington fishing, our state’s vast diversity of fishing options can seem overwhelming. But, we will help you get through this, and find some great fishing! If you are a visitor, just moved to Washington, or are new to fishing in general, this post …
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The Best 15 Lures for Winter Steelhead Fishing
Chilly winter weather brings a lot of excitement for fishermen around the Pacific Northwest. Winter Steelhead fishing is one of the favorite targets for anglers from December through April. Here are a few of my favorite Winter Steelhead lures for tackling your next trophy. A variety of Winter Steelhead fishing techniques utilize these lures, so …
Master the Art of Float Fishing for Winter Steelhead
Winter Steelhead Fishing with Bobber and Jigs What is bobber fishing for Winter Steelhead? Great question, thanks for asking! This technique uses an enticing presentation, such as a jig, bead, yarn or some form of bait and is rigged below a float/bobber. This is one of the best Winter Steelhead fishing techniques. It is beloved …
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How to Cure Salmon Eggs
Curing Salmon Eggs For River Fishing If you want to fish our rivers, you need to get your egg curing program dialed in! Cured salmon eggs are effective baits used to catch Salmon, Steelhead and Trout. You might be heaving a fist sized ball of eggs for Chinook Salmon in the tidewater, stalking Trout in …
16 of the Best Skykomish River Fishing Spots
The Skykomish River is Seattle’s favorite Salmon and Steelhead River. The Skykomish River is one of Washington’s most famous Salmon and Steelhead fishing rivers. Summer Steelhead, Dolly Varden, Pink Salmon, Coho Salmon, Chum Salmon, Chinook Salmon and Trout inhabit the river. If you are yearning to learn more about exploring the Skykomish River, then you …
How to Catch Summer Steelhead
Summer wouldn’t be the same without river fishing for Steelhead! Summer Steelhead are one of the most prized catches that swim in our Pacific Northwest rivers. If you are a fisher who just recently moved to the Pacific Northwest, or are simply interested in trying out a new fishery, then you are exactly the person …
Skykomish River Summer Steelhead at Reiter
First Summer Steelhead fishing trip on the Skykomish River this year! I always tell myself, “you have to invest more time fishing for Summer Runs,” and usually, I don’t listen to myself enough. Summer is a hectic time of year for most people that live around here, myself included. We spend months indoors, pining, waiting …
