Summer Steelhead 

Book your next trip with Summer Steelhead and find out what keeps anglers coming back to Salkum for more. Captain Stephan will be your guide, offering years of knowledge and experience chasing these incredible fish in the scenic rivers of southwest Washington.

🎣 During July and August, we target Summer Steelhead and Summer Salmon!
We fish rivers in southwest Washington that flow into the Columbia River — typically within 1.5 to 2 hours of Seattle. Our custom Wooldridge Alaskan XL is built to handle the low, clear summer flows safely and efficiently, giving us the best shot at success.

These rivers are home to Chinook Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), and more when conditions are right. You’ll fish with light tackle techniques or other area-specialized methods depending on the bite.

Family-friendly? Absolutely! Kids are welcome on board. If you don't have a child-sized life vest, just ask ahead. And pro tip — snacks go a long way to keep young anglers happy!

You'll fish aboard a 21’ aluminum fishing boat with room for up to 5 passengers, fully outfitted with everything needed for a great day on the water. Captain Stephan provides rods, reels, and live bait (be sure to confirm if you’ll be catching it yourself that day).

Things to remember:

A valid Washington state fishing license is required for everyone in your group.

Certain species may require special tags or have seasonal regulations — check ahead or ask the captain.

Pack sunblock (non-spray), a hat, sunglasses, and bottled water. Other drinks are welcome; moderate alcohol is okay, but no hard liquor or glass bottles, please.

Your next fishing adventure is just a click away — book today and let’s go chase some chrome!