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 …
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!
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! …
Fishing at Caliche Lakes – George, Washington
Fishing has always been a popular draw to Eastern Washington’s Caliche Lakes. And while I have spent countless days exploring as many Columbia Basin lakes as I could, some of my fondest fishing memories have been at Upper Caliche. Here you will find easy access to good trout fishing. Caliche Lakes Fishing Access Caliche Lakes …
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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Talapus Lake – Fishing and Hiking in the Cascades
One late summer day, we made a last minute decision to pack the trout fishing gear in the truck and head into the Cascade Mountains. A moderate hike to an Alpine Lake that hosts trout was on the menu. And after a little research on the Washington Trails Association website, we landed on Talapus Lake. …
The Ultimate Guide to Snoqualmie River Trout Fishing
Nestled in the Central Cascade Mountain Range and its foothills is the Snoqualmie River. It is located about 30 miles east of Seattle, Washington and offers up a huge hinterland of great stream fishing for trout. It’s three forks and many large tributaries give us fishermen and women a great opportunity to explore and fish, …
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