The Trask has the north coast district’s largest spring Chinook run, and fishing has been sporadic but fair this season. The lower river below Trask hatchery is usually best, but there are fish throughout the system.

Coastal cutthroat trout numbers have been excellent the past few years and there’s no reason to expect less this year. Trout are throughout the system, but the upper river including the North and South forks provide some of the best bank access. Last updated 6/24/20.

For anglers fishing near the hatchery, please be advised that Trask Hatchery is currently CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC. There have been compliance issues recently; please DO NOT walk past the hatchery closed signs.

The hatchery grounds closure does not affect fishing on the river itself, only access through the hatchery grounds. During the hatchery grounds closure, all vehicle and angler access is prohibited until further notice to ensure public safety while the construction is in progress.

Parking is available to anglers on Chance Rd. near the entrance to the hatchery, and anglers can continue to access the river on the trail from the parking area but from there must remain on the riverbank without accessing the main hatchery grounds.