Idaho Fish Report

Flows are expected to remain low


by OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
5-4-2026
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Spring chinook fishing continues to be slow for bank anglers with the low water, but boat anglers are having good success. Flows are expected to remain low, so boat anglers that are not familiar with the river need to pay attention to changing river conditions and changes in tide levels. Also, with persistent low flows, algae and debris has a tendency to fowl up your gear. Pay close attention and clean off gear regularly for best chances of success.





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OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Reports
for Monday, May 4th

Umatilla River: Fishing for Spring Chinook is open
Santiam River ( North Fork) : River is currently running at 1,530cfs at the gage in Mehama
Santiam River ( North Fork) Above Detroit Lake: Currently, flows are around 700cfs
Santiam River (South Fork): Flows are currently at around 2,300cfs at the gage in Waterloo
Alsea River: Trout angling will open May 22
Siuslaw River: Trout angling will open May 22

OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Reports
for Thursday, April 30th
• ODFW Recreation Report
Crescent Lake: Anglers report excellent early season fishing for large brown and lake trout and kokanee
Haystack Reservoir: Anglers report good fishing for rainbow trout in the 16 to 17-inch range
Clackamas River: Steelhead fishing has been productive in the Clackamas River