A major Chehalis basin tributary, the Satsop River offers strong fall salmon and winter steelhead fishing with far fewer crowds than its better-known neighbors. Its East and West Forks wind through Olympic Peninsula timber country, and because the river is free-flowing and rain-fed, levels rise and fall quickly. It’s about 2 to 2.5 hours from …
Trout
The fresh waters near the Pacific Coast host great fishing for Trout. This page showcases great How To articles, blog posts, fishing reports, fishing seasons, tips and techniques on catching Trout in Washington, Oregon, Alaska, British Columbia and California. We focus on fishing in lakes, streams and rivers. Fly Fishing for Trout is a great way to spend the day!
Fishing on the Snoqualmie River
Split in two by the roughly 268-foot Snoqualmie Falls, the Snoqualmie River offers lowland salmon and steelhead fishing below the falls and native trout water in the Cascade forks above. It’s just 35 to 45 minutes from Seattle, making it one of the easiest rivers around for a quick outing. Seattle Fishing Company’s guide explains …
Complete Guide to fishing the Skykomish River
Fast, boulder-filled and full of classic runs, the Skykomish River forms near Index and flows about 29 miles past Gold Bar and Sultan before joining the Snoqualmie near Monroe. Just 45 minutes to an hour from Seattle, the “Sky” is one of the region’s most famous steelhead rivers, with Highway 2 providing easy access. Seattle …
Guide to fishing on the Skagit River
As the largest river flowing into Puget Sound, the Skagit stretches about 150 miles from British Columbia through the North Cascades to Skagit Bay near Mount Vernon. The lower river is only an hour north of Seattle, and the wild upper valley near Concrete, Rockport and Marblemount is just a bit farther via the North …
Our guide to fishing the Kalama River
Draining the southwest side of Mount St. Helens, the Kalama River runs about 45 miles to the Columbia near the town of Kalama, and its clear, green water produces steelhead in nearly every month of the year. Just two hours south of Seattle with access right off I-5, it’s one of Southwest Washington’s most convenient …
Complete guide to fishing the Klickitat River
Flowing about 96 miles from Mount Adams to the Columbia River at Lyle, the Klickitat is famous for some of Washington’s hardest-fighting summer steelhead and fall Chinook. It’s a 2.5- to 3-hour drive from Seattle through the scenic Columbia River Gorge, and its glacial source keeps the water cold, milky and quick to change. Seattle …
Complete Guide to Lake Chelan Fishing
Stretching more than 50 miles from the resort town of Chelan to remote Stehekin, Lake Chelan is one of the deepest lakes in the country and one of Washington’s most scenic multi-species fisheries. It’s a 3.5- to 4-hour drive from Seattle, making it better suited to a weekend getaway than a day trip. Mackinaw are …
Our guide to fishing the Cowlitz River
Backed by one of Washington’s largest hatchery programs, the Cowlitz River offers salmon and steelhead action nearly every month of the year. The river flows about 105 miles from the Cascades near Mount Rainier to the Columbia at Longview and Kelso, and its upstream dams keep flows steadier and clearer than on many nearby rivers, …
Guide to fishing on the Green River
Flowing roughly 65 miles out of the Cascade foothills before becoming the Duwamish, the Green River is one of the most convenient salmon and steelhead fisheries near Seattle. The lower river around Auburn and Kent is about a half-hour drive from the city, while the dramatic upper gorge near Enumclaw and Black Diamond is about …
Complete Guide to fishing the Queets River
Flowing out of the Olympic Mountains, the Queets River spends most of its length inside Olympic National Park, giving anglers a rare amount of public access. Downstream, it enters the Quinault Indian Reservation, where fishing requires a tribal guide. Seattle Fishing Company’s complete guide explains how to make the most of this wild Olympic Peninsula …
Complete guide to fishing the Hoh River
Born in the glaciers of Mount Olympus, the Hoh River winds through one of the world’s wettest temperate rainforests before reaching the Pacific, and it ranks among the Olympic Peninsula’s most iconic fishing rivers. Seattle Fishing Company’s guide breaks down when, where and how to fish it. Winter belongs to Steelhead, Chinook and Coho take …
Guide to fishing the Bogachiel River near Forks
Just outside Forks, the self-proclaimed Steelhead capital of the Pacific Northwest, the Bogachiel River is one of the Olympic Peninsula’s most productive salmon and steelhead streams. Fed by rain and springs in Olympic National Park, “the Bogey” usually runs clear but is often among the first rivers to blow out after heavy storms, and fishing …
Fishing at Whistle Lake near Anacortes
Tucked into the Anacortes Forest Lands in the heart of Fidalgo Island, Whistle Lake is a hike-in only destination that trades crowds for quiet woods and calm water. While most visitors head to Deception Pass or the area’s stocked lakes, Seattle Fishing Company’s guide makes the case for this hidden gem. Getting there is easy: …
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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My All Time Favorite Kokanee Fishing Lures
Many lakes and reservoirs across the West offer great Kokanee fishing. These land-locked salmon have the biggest appetites, however they only eat the tiniest forage in the lake, plankton. Being a plankton feeder, they put anglers in the unique position of trying to fish for a species that feeds on forage so small that there …
The Very Best Trout Fishing Lures for the Pacific Northwest and Beyond
Trout fishing is enjoyed by Pacific Northwesterners in every corner of our region, and I have put together a list of my personal favorite best trout fishing lures for you. Some of these are available everywhere, some of these are up and comers, but all of them are effective trout lures. Although I live and …
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Your Guide to Fishing in Lake Washington
Lake Washington offers great fishing opportunities for Cutthroat Trout, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch and more! If you live in Seattle, Bellevue, Renton or any other nearby city, you need to give the lake some attention as its miles of shoreline and open waters have a lot to offer for anglers. This guide is …
Fishing at Pine Lake – Sammamish, Washington
I grew up near Pine Lake, so this beautiful suburban lake was a fitting place for me to catch my first trout. It has long been a beloved fishing spot for folks in nearby Redmond, Sammamish, and Issaquah. The lake is 66 acres in size, large enough to get out in a kayak, canoe or …
Lake Sammamish: The Eastside’s Best Kept Fishing Secret
Lake Sammamish happens to be the second largest lake in King County, yet its fishing opportunities remain the well kept secret of local anglers. Its lack of fame may be due to the relatively small number of public access points on the lake. I mean, for a lake that is 8 miles long and an …
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Washington Trout Fishing Options – Fall 2020
Lake fishing across Washington State was great this year, and for those of you ready to keep on fishing, it ain’t over just yet! Just as I was ready to put my trout fishing gear to rest for the season, a recent WDFW announcement got me fired back up for some great fall fishing opportunities! …
