Idaho Fish Report

Summer steelhead are still around, along with some spring Chinook, though they are now mostly in the "spawner phase" of their life cycle. Coho have arrived in high numbers and more fish are on the way. With that, expect a lot of pressure on the river.

Eagle Creek (Clackamas River) closedto all angling effective Sept. 27 through Oct. 31 to provide coho with a safe resting area during current low flows. Closure is from SE Dowty Road downstream to the Clackamas River confluence.

Check out 10 tips for catching coho.

The mouth of Eagle Creek is a popular and crowded location for targeting these fish on the Clackamas. OSP keeps a close eye on this area and writes many citations for snagging and other fishing violations.

To report poaching or other violations: Call *OSP or *677 (OSP on keypad). You also can call 800-452-7888, or send an email to TIP@osp.oregon.gov between the hours of 8-5, Monday-Friday. Take photos if it is safe to do so.

USGS hydrological data readings from the Estacada gauge near Milo McIver State Park. Hydrologic data and river forecasts can also be accessed on the NOAA/National Weather Service NW River Forecast Center -- NW River Forecast Center.