We have some good news. Steelhead numbers are looking very good so far. Dam fish counts We are ahead of last year and the ten year average so far. That has us super excited. Chasing steelhead is by far one of our favorite things to do, and it has been a little tougher. Hopefully we keep tracking in this direction. Another word of hope and positive thinking is if you look at low numbers in the 80’s, the fish did rebound and the late 90’s and early 2000’s were really good. So fingers crossed we are working our way back. Just thought we would pass along a ray of hope. If you have dates already on the books, it could be a great season. If you don’t have dates, now would be the time to start locking down plans. We will be back from the Owyhee River latter September and starting to focus on steelhead for the remainder of the season. We can fish for trout as well in the fall and it can be really good as well. But for those looking to target steelhead or do a combo trip, the time is coming quick.

Trout fishing has been really good on the Deschutes and crowds are long gone. Normal summertime action in the Canyon with lots of caddis. There has been days of really fun dry fly and working fish. We have a couple more weeks of summertime Deschutes fishing, so if you are looking for a break or need to get on the water, let us know. From there it is off to the Owyhee. Water levels and the season looks real good. We have few a few open dates in October and November when we return, hopefully the Deschutes will be full of grabby steelhead.

Thanks again for another great summer on the Deschutes! Come see us this fall, could be what we have been waiting for. If you have any questions on trips, availability, or fishing in general shoot us an email or call. We will get in touch once we get off the river. For updates follow us on Instagram or check reports on the website. See you on the river!

Tight lines,

Cory Godell
Deschutes River Anglers