Mar 28
Oregon DWR
Rogue River, upper: steelhead, trout
Winter steelhead continue to move into the upper Rogue. Higher flows have fish spread out, occupying all types of holding water. A mix of wild and hatchery fish are present. Spawning activity is slowly picking up, so try to avoid redds and actively spawning fish. Expect more fish to arrive through May.
The release from Lost Creek is 1,800 CFS on March 26, and the river temperature is 45F. Just over 150 fish have arrived at the hatchery so far this season.
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.
Make sure to check the Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations for each section of river before you head out. Anglers are reminded that trout fishing closes on April 1 to protect smolts migrating to sea.
For up-to-date river levels, check all the USGS Rogue gauges here. Last updated 3/26/24.
Mar 28
Oregon DWR
Rogue River, middle: steelhead, trout
After a season of high water and periods of limited visibility, conditions have improved as of Tuesday morning. Flows are still up, but clarity is good. Flow in Grants Pass is 4,000 CFS with a water temperature of 49F. Unfortunately the storm predicted for Wednesday will produce another rise in flow.
Winter Steelhead are spread throughout the middle Rogue. Covering as much water as possible is the key to finding fish right now. A variety of techniques can lead to success, including side drifting, float fishing, pulling plugs, and swinging flies.
Anglers are reminded that trout fishing closes on April 1 to protect smolts migrating to sea.
Current flow, temp and turbidity conditions for the Rogue can be found at the USGS stream gauges here, or checking the City of Grants Pass water page's river data here. Last updated 3/28/24.
Mar 28
Oregon DWR
Rogue River, lower: steelhead, spring Chinook
Anglers are still picking up a few steelhead, but most have moved on to targeting spring chinook. Frequent storms are keeping the river in perfect condition for boat and bank anglers.
Anglers are reminded that the Rogue has a new winter steelhead season structure that starts Dec. 1. Anglers can now retain wild steelhead starting Dec. 1, but they must be tagged on the new wild steelhead tag. Only 3 wild steelhead can be retained from Dec. 1, 2023 to April 30, 2024. Anglers are reminded to check the regulations in the particular area they are fishing prior to heading out, as start and end dates vary by zone. Last updated 3/28/24.
Mar 21
Oregon DWR
Rogue River, upper: steelhead, trout
The current release from Lost Creek Reservoir is 1,250 cfs and the temperature at release is 44F. Expect releases from the dam to increase by this weekend.
Chrome winter steelhead are around and numbers have increased as we move into March. Movement into the hatchery has continued to be decent. Fishing plugs on the rise is a good tactic. Lures, bait, plugs or flies are a good choice with the clear water conditions. Pressure has been light, so this is a good time to fish the upper Rogue without crowds.
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.
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. Last updated 3/20/24.
Mar 21
Oregon DWR
Rogue River, middle: steelhead, trout
The current flow is a perfect 4,240 cfs and the average river temperature is about 48 F.
The middle Rogue is currently in perfect shape. A variety of techniques can be used right now with these flows which include, fly angling, fishing plugs, plunking and using bait. Reports indicate there are fish being caught and numbers should continue to improve as the water temps rise and more fish move out of the canyon.
Current flow, temp and turbidity conditions for the Rogue can be found at the USGS stream gauges here, or checking the City of Grants Pass water page's river data here. Last updated 3/20/24.
Mar 21
Oregon DWR
Rogue River, lower: steelhead, spring Chinook
Fishing has been good for both steelhead and Chinook.. Rain this week should keep conditions excellent for bank and boat anglers.
Anglers are reminded that the Rogue has a new winter steelhead season structure that starts Dec. 1. Anglers can now retain wild steelhead starting Dec. 1, but they must be tagged on the new wild steelhead tag. Only 3 wild steelhead can be retained from Dec. 1, 2023 to April 30, 2024. Anglers are reminded to check the regulations in the particular area they are fishing prior to heading out, as start and end dates vary by zone. Last updated 3/13/24.
Mar 14
Oregon DWR
Rogue River, upper: steelhead, trout
The release from Lost Creek Reservoir is 1,250 cfs and the temperature at release is 42.5F. Expect releases from the dam to increase by this weekend.
Chrome winter steelhead are around and numbers have increased as we move into March. Movement into the hatchery has continued to be decent. Fishing plugs on the rise is a good tactic. The rivers is off color below Big Butte Creek so the only clear water is upstream of Big Butte. Lures, bait, plugs or flies are a good choice with the clear water conditions upstream of Big Butte. Pressure has been light, so this is a good time to fish the upper Rogue without crowds.
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.
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. Last updated 3/13/24.
Mar 14
Oregon DWR
Rogue River, middle: steelhead, trout
The current flow is 7,190 cfs and the average river temperature is about 45 F.
The middle Rogue is currently a little high and off color but should be in perfect shape by this weekend. Plunking in travel lanes is probably the best bet until flow drops and water clarity improves. Target eddy and current seams and travel lanes on the inside corners to find migrating steelhead. Steelhead have been caught recently for those willing to brave the higher flow.
Current flow, temp and turbidity conditions for the Rogue can be found at the USGS stream gauges here, or checking the City of Grants Pass water page's river data here. Last updated 3/13/24.
Mar 14
Oregon DWR
Rogue River, lower: steelhead, spring Chinook
Fishing has been good for both steelhead and Chinook when flows have been dropping. This is only the beginning of the spring Chinook run so fishing pressure will be increasing through the month.
Anglers are reminded that the Rogue has a new winter steelhead season structure that starts Dec. 1. Anglers can now retain wild steelhead starting Dec. 1, but they must be tagged on the new wild steelhead tag. Only 3 wild steelhead can be retained from Dec. 1, 2023 to April 30, 2024. Anglers are reminded to check the regulations in the particular area they are fishing prior to heading out, as start and end dates vary by zone. Last updated 3/13/24.