The Chetco fished well for steelhead before blowing out last week

Chetco River - Brookings, OR (Curry County)


by Kenny Priest
1-8-2026
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The Chetco fished well for steelhead before blowing out last week, with a mix of wild and hatchery adults up to 15 pounds reports Andy Martin of Wild Rivers Fishing. “Drift boaters found fish spread throughout the river,” said Martin. “Plunkers also did well last week at Social Security Bar and the water tower. The river should fish by Thursday or Friday, with prime conditions expected next week.

The Rogue is high and muddy, with a few anglers trying their luck plunking. The Sixes will be blown out through the weekend, but the Elk will be fishable this week.”


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