Depending on the fish run at the time, river levels and conditions, we fish the Skagit River, Snohomish River, Skykomish River, Snoqualmie River, and the Cowlitz River.  Doug will do everything possible to ensure you are fishing the best spots for the fish.  Fish limits vary depending on river systems and current Department of Fish and Wildlife regulations. Dependant on the time of year and the river system, limits on salmon and hatchery steelhead can be retained.  We will clean and bag your catch at the end of the day.  Ridge to River Outdoors supports the catch and release principles of Wild Steelhead.  We will take photos and measurements of your catch and you can have a fiberglass mount made of your prize.

Steelhead
"Steelhead fishing is many things to many people. To me it is more than a violent strike, a tug of war along a steelhead stream or the ultimate conquest of a strong, noble fish. It's more than a picture of a vanquished fish and a triumphant fisherman and definitely more than baked steelhead on the table."
Dave Richey - Steelheading in North America, 1976

Steelhead are one of the most sought after fish in the Pacific Northwest.  Many anglers fish for several years before they encounter this beautiful species first hand.  Steelhead can be found in our Northwest rivers most of the year.  Ridge to River Outdoors works hard to put you into these fish based on the timing of the runs, how they are moving up river and where they are holding.  We use the right gear and techniques to make the difference between fishing and catching.

Steelhead fishing is available most of the year.  Starting in June the return of our summer run Steelhead begins. The warmer water temperatures usually brings out a more aggressive and acrobatic Steelehead, in comparison to the winter Steelhead run.  The winter steelhead run really kicks off in November and continues through March of the new year. 
 

In the fall, our salmon begin to migrate back to their native waters to spawn.  On odd years, Pink salmon begin their return.  This is the smaller of the four species returning to Northwest rivers, but their size will fool you.  These are hard fighting fish and actually do taste very good using a variety of recipes.  Annually, Coho begin returning toward the end of August and/or the Pink run, followed by King and Chum Salmon. 

Dolly Varden
Dolly Varden are found in many Northwest rivers, but the Skagit river has one of the most consistent Dolly fisheries.  We fish for Dollies in the same manner and time as our Steelhead and Salmon returns. Dollies average 4 to 6 pounds and are an added surprise when fishing.  These are very beautiful fish and will provide a memorable experience.
 

Sturgeon
Sturgeon in Washington Rivers can be found from the Spring through the Fall season every year on Washington's  North Puget Sound area rivers.

These prehistoric looking fish are hard fighting, however getting to the bite can sometimes become a game of patience.  Keeper sturgeon are between 42 to 60 inches in length and average 40 - 60 pounds.  Sturgeon is one of our most favorite eating fish.  The boneless white meat is incomparable.

Ridge to River Outdoors has the knowledge to put you into the right place to hook into some great memories.