Trinity River Fishing Report

The Trinity River is in great shape right now, with the water turning a cloudy green after recent storms. Half-pounders are everywhere, giving anglers consistent action on both fly and spin setups. Bigger steelhead are showing up too, but you’ll need some patience to get past the smaller fish.

The upper river is getting most of the attention since higher flows downstream are making things tougher. The Fly Shop says nymphs like Duracells, Rubberlegs, and egg patterns are working well. For spin gear, worms and small spoons are getting bit.

Guide Justin Thompson reports the Trinity River is fishing well right now. Flows have dropped to 550 cfs and continue to fall, with clear water conditions bringing in fresh steelhead daily. Most fish are in the 6–7 lb range, but some are pushing 10–12 lbs. Side drifting cured steelhead eggs is highly effective, especially with light tackle. Clear water conditions are calling for light lines and ultralight rods.

The Fly Shop mentions that steelhead are active throughout the river, from Lewiston to Willow Creek. Pods of fish that were holding at Junction City are moving upriver through the canyon, and downstream anglers are finding opportunities to land larger winter fish.