It's March and time for a short update on the winter Steelhead fishing conditions in Southern Oregon.
The Applegate River is fishing well! Granted, it's early but it's possible the run is a little early due to the warm winter we are having or the amount of rain that were seeing. However there is a good push of chrome into the river system. Compared to the last two seasons the run is a bit early and hopefully the river will fish well throughout the month of March.
Most tributaries to the Applegate that are running high and dirty which affects the lower part of the river. The good news is the upper river is running low and clear.
Things to note: The Applegate river is surrounded by private land. Access is limited, Drift boats and rafts are permitted but there is no fishing from a floating devise, (so you can't fish from the boats)!
Your best bet is to hire a guide that knows the access points or has permission to access these private lands.
For the fly anglers limited by casting ability, the Applegate is a joy for all who have the time to fish it. The season closes on the last day of March. Good Luck!
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