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 …

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 …

Jan 7, 2016 · What's your favorite steelhead scent mine so far is Procure Sand Shrimp.

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 27, 2008 · Hey guys, As a newbee to OR, I'm wondering what steelhead taste like? As you can tell from my username, I like to eat a few of the fish I catch :). Are they quite similar to rainbow trout? …

Dec 18, 2009 · I am going to make 2010 my year to really get out on the water more! currently I use Aero Jigs: 1/8 Pink/ white and 1/8 Peach / white have heard great things about Beau Mac and first …

Aug 18, 2009 · Anything a coho will hit will catch steelhead. But for steelhead I especially like Michael Jackson, metallic red/black, fluorescent orange/black, chrome/orange, BW-29 and firetiger.

Feb 14, 2025 · What are your most often used lure weights for casting spinners & spoons to Salmon & Steelhead ?

Aug 19, 2019 · I floated the lower Deschutes last week (Wed-Fri) from Macks to the mouth. This was more of an exploration trip since it was my first time on that stretch. I didn't put any effort into fishing …

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 …