Where are we headed?
Columbia River Gorge - April, May & August - October
The Gorge is a fishery that is full of opportunity. Salmon fishing is a popular and scenic outdoor activity, especially during the spring and fall runs. Anglers target Chinook, Coho, and sometimes Sockeye salmon as they migrate upriver to spawn. The Gorge, with its dramatic cliffs and powerful waters, offers both boat and shore fishing opportunities. Key spots include the Bonneville Dam area and tributary mouths. The experience combines exciting sport fishing with the stunning natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
Drano Lake, located on the Washington side, is renowned for its exceptional salmon fishing, particularly for spring chinook but the fall offers great fishing as well. Fed by the Little White Salmon River, the lake offers cool waters that attract salmon and steelhead, especially during the warmer months when the main Columbia River heats up.
Brewster - July & August
Sockeye fishing in the Brewster Pool, located where the Columbia and Okanogan Rivers converge in Brewster, Washington, is a renowned summer fishery. This area serves as a thermal barrier, causing sockeye salmon to congregate in the cooler waters of the pool during July and August, as they await favorable conditions to continue their upstream migration. Sockeye in this area average between 2 to 5 pounds and are prized for their excellent table fare. The Brewster Pool offers a family-friendly environment with abundant fish, making it a popular destination for anglers seeking both quantity and quality in their catch.
Chelan Falls - July & august
Chelan Falls has great opportunities for big Chinook Salmon. Fishing at Chelan Falls is an early‑morning ritual—especially during the July and August summer Chinook run. Anglers launch before daybreak, eager to beat the sun and beat the crowds. The fishery centers around where the icy outflow from Lake Chelan meets the Columbia River, creating prime staging water where hatchery‑raised Chinook stack up below Beebe Bridge.
