Winter steelhead fishing on the Hood River has remained consistent
by OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
4-19-2023
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Winter steelhead fishing on the Hood River has remained consistent, with many anglers reporting success. Many steelhead anglers on the Hood are successful with a bobber and soft bead. Bait is allowed on the Hood River.
2021 was the final release for hatchery winter steelhead smolts in the Hood River. The 2023 return year will have the bulk of the 2021 release year cohort (2 salt fish).
Spring Chinook fishing on the Hood River is open until July 1. Check the regulations regarding the sport angling boundary on the west fork Hood River. Very few spring Chinook are currently in the Hood River, and the majority of fish are generally caught mid-May through June.
Rain on snow events cause dynamic flows on the Hood River throughout winter and spring. Best to check current and forecasted flows on the river prior to fishing.
More Reports
OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Reports
for Wednesday, April 19th, 2023
Grande Ronde River: Anglers have been catching steelhead on the Grande Ronde River
Imnaha River: We are approaching the best time of year for steelhead fishing on the Imnaha River
Umatilla River: Rains and increased temperatures have increased flows on the Umatilla River
Wallowa Lake : Anglers may find good success fishing for trout near the mouth of the Wallowa River
Wallowa River: Steelhead fishing may be variable as flows react to rain and melting snow
Crane Prairie Reservoir: Reports of deep snow drifts and ice coverage may delay access
Fall River: Fly-anglers continue to report good spring fishing in the Fall River
Haystack Reservoir: Anglers should expect slow fishing until the reservoir can be restocked
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