The Nehalem still has a little opportunity for catch and release of wild steelhead


by OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
4-19-2023
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The Nehalem still has a little opportunity for catch and release of wild steelhead but things are winding down and many fish are actively spawning or have already spawned. All wild steelhead must be released unharmed. Avoiding long fights and handling will reduce stress on released fish.





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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
Hood River: Winter steelhead fishing on the Hood River has remained consistent
North Twin Lake: Anglers should still expect some ice coverage
Ochoco Reservoir: The reservoir is low at 31 percent full
Paulina Lake: Road Updates
Prinevile Reservoir: Prineville Reservoir is filling but still low at 47 percent full
Wickiup Reservoir: 66 percent full
Green Peter Reservoir: Green Peter Reservoir Report
McKenzie River: McKenzie River Report
Willamette River: Continued low effort and poor river visibility most of last week
Kilchis River: The Kilchis still has a little opportunity for catch and release of wild steelhead

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