This is our most popular fishery in Oregon. There is something special about fishing for steelhead as summer turns to fall. Crisper and cooler mornings, trees changing color, the presence of spawning salmon; this transformation is about change.

While indicator nymphing techniques can work very well, the upper Rogue River is one of the best places to hook a steelhead on the swing. In fact, Jon Hazlett exclusively fishes for these great fish using traditional methods. No matter what technique you use, this is one of the most productive steelhead fisheries on the west coast.

February, March and April are prime-time on the Upper Rogue for winter-run steelhead. These winter-run fish are a little larger than the summer run and are a great fly rod fish. We use both traditional swing techniques and indicator nymphing this time of year. Winter steelhead on the Rogue are typically 4-10 pounds, with numerous 10-12 pounders caught each season.

There are many different floats on the upper Rogue, and the nearby Applegate River also fishes will in February and March. When you book a trip with us, we have the flexibility to fish the best water available on any given day.