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Steelhead fishing pressure is starting to pick up on the Applegate River. Rain and some melting snow will likely have the lower river a tad bit dirty. For better visibility move upstream towards the dam.. The river temp is around 40 degrees.
Hatchery steelhead may be retained between Jan. 1 and March 31, 2025. All wild steelhead must be released. Bait is allowed. No fishing from a floating device.
The Rogue-South Coast Steelhead Validation is required for all winter steelhead anglers fishing in the Rogue Basin or on the south coast from Dec. 1 to April 30.
Only adipose fin clipped rainbow trout may be retained. All wild rainbow and cutthroat trout must be released unharmed. Consult the fishing regulations for more information.
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The Kilchis River is in prime shape as of this writing and should stay that way through Friday (and maybe......