Idaho Fish Report

The Nestucca gets a run of hatchery spring Chinook and there have been some fish getting caught consistently, mostly down in the estuary near Pacific City. Last weekend's rain brought more fish into the Nestucca River and there should be fish dispersed throughout the fishery although the majority will be below 1st bridge.

The Little Nestucca also gets a release of hatchery spring Chinook which should be returning after last weekends rain. The best fishing will be at and below Stella Falls.

There is a run of hatchery summer steelhead in the Nestucca and a few have returned to the adult trap at Cedar Creek hatchery indicating there are some in the river. Last weekend's freshet, although small, should have been enough to bring fish in and disperse steelhead throughout the fishery (up to Elk Creek). Light float fishing set ups with terminal baits like beads, jigs or small natural baits, as well as casting spoons or spinners can be effective. Early morning and late evening will be the best times to fish, although if there's good cloud cover or a little rain fish may stay on the bite more of the day.

Trout season opened in the Nestucca and Little Nestucca on May 22nd. Last weekends rain should have improved angling conditions, and may have brought some sea-run cutthroat into the river. Many areas have bait restrictions in place so check the regulations for those and open areas before heading out.