Spring Chinook Anglers on the Lower Columbia River

Mar 24, 2026 https://www.nwsportsmanmag.com

The Lower Columbia River is seeing a surge in spring chinook anglers, with 299 salmonid boats and 131 Washington bank rods tallied on a recent flight count. Anglers are catching chinook and steelhead in various sections of the river, with some sections reporting multiple catches. The river's tributaries are also seeing action, with steelhead being caught in the Cowlitz and Kalama rivers. As the spring season heats up, anglers are eager to reel in their share of these prized fish.