The release from Lost Creek Reservoir is 2,500 cfs and the temperature at release is 42.5F. Expect releases from the dam to continue to increase up to around 3,200 by later in the day Thursday. ‌

The focus on the upper Rogue continues to be late summer steelhead and trout fishing. However, the hatchery reported its first winter steelhead of the season last week before the high water so it appears the upper Rogue will transition from summer steelhead to winter steelhead angling soon. Movement into the hatchery has continued to be decent. Fishing plugs on the rise is a good tactic. Lures or flies can be productive as the river drops and clears. ‌

Anglers can call the Army Corps of Engineers at 800-472-2434 for an update on hatchery counts as well as flow and temperature information.‌

Gear restrictions changed on Nov 1. Make sure to check the Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations for each section of river before you head out. ‌

For up-to-date river levels, check all the USGS Rogue gauges here.