Feb 7, 2026 · Some good news for once for winter steelhead. Checked and compared WDFW Hatchery Escapement Reports. To date, numbers seem to be up this year compared to the 10 yr average. …

Jul 13, 2023 · I usually run divers and **** shrimp on the Cowlitz for steelhead. I have a bunch of old plugs that I have never used. In fact, I think I have only been with a person one time that was pulling …

Nov 7, 2025 · For those who fish mainly from the bank - what is your current favorite in-line spinner set up for winter steelhead & coho ? … Feel free to also list your favorite in-line spinners , sizes and …

Oct 25, 2024 · I’m planning on hitting winter steelhead pretty hard this year. I have a handful of very small streams I fish for them in, and I’ve been able to succeed a little bit just casting spinners. My …

Jan 3, 2023 · I am debating on what length of steelhead rod to purchase. I have a 9'6'' 6-12lb spinning rod, Which I use for drift/float rod and even sometimes spinners. So I am wondering if my next rod …

Apr 24, 2018 · Steelhead do not have as much fat (oil) in their flesh as salmon. They definitely taste better than a hatchery trout, but not as good as salmon. But then, taste is an individual thing. "I don't …

Mar 30, 2025 · The Steelhead Nightmare Jig is probably one of the most popular jigs for winter steelheaders. Below is my version that I have tweaked over the years: Tying Materials -Owner 1/0 …

Jan 3, 2025 · Don't care where you caught em, just want to see em! Post any steelhead you've caught this season, here's my first, 3rd steelhead on a planer for me.

Feb 14, 2016 · What's your favorite steelhead plug and favorite colors? I like the Maglip 3.5 in the nightmare pattern.

Dec 26, 2024 · What is your go to size bead for winter steelhead? Jump to Latest 2.4K views 19 replies 10 participants last post by piscean Dec 27, 2024 xstreme357 Discussion starter