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OH, ELUSIVE AND
MAJESTIC STEELHEAD!
One of Washington's most
regulated fish is about to
get its first opening in over
a decade on the Methow
River and portions of the
Upper Columbia River.
This is an unexpected
announcement and one
that will have excited
anglers planning for the
upcoming winter season.
Starting October 16th,
2024, you will have the
opportunity to fish
Steelhead on the Methow
from the mouth to county
road 1535 Burma Bridge
Road. On the Columbia
River, from the Beebe
Bridge on Highway 97 to
the Highway 173 Bridge
at Brewster. If you don’t
have bank access or a boat,
reach out to a seasoned
professional like Upper
Columbia Guide Service for
the experience of a lifetime.
If you’re a fan of the flyfishing experience try
North Cascades Fly fishing,
the longest-standing
fly guide in the Methow
Valley. Anglers of any age
or experience are welcome
to reserve their experience
for floating, wading, and
instructional experiences.
There are several affordable
riverfront accommodations
on the Methow and the
Upper Columbia River.
Highly rated Columbia
Riverside Lodge and LazyDaze-Retreats work closely
with local guides and have
private dock access to the
river.
Anglers can keep 2
hatchery Steelhead or
Coho per day, identified
by the clipped adipose
fin. Steelhead minimum
size is 20 inches, and Coho
minimum is 12 inches.
Wild Steelhead are to be
released immediately.
Selective gear rules and
night closures are in effect.
WAC 220-300-160(27)
“Selective gear rules”
means terminal fishing
gear is limited to artificial
flies with single-point
barbless hooks or lures with
single-point barbless hooks.
Bait is prohibited.
