Sac River steelhead/trout fishing remains an option with good flows

Sacramento River - CA

Captain Justin Thompson got out for a bit today and got his crew into a few nice fish!
Photo Credit: jGGS Fishing Team.

by Jeff Goodwin
12-26-2019
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The Sacramento River wil be a good option for steelheaders and trout fisherman alike.  During drier years, the Sac flows will be screwed down to 3250 cfs, which makes fishing from a power boat tough.  This year we're seeing steady flows of 7,000 cfs and likely more as the lake levels approach the upper elevations.  This always helps the steelhead fishing as long as they dont bump flows to un fshable levels.  20,000 plus can really make the fishing good as long as youre not rowing.  Power boats are king during high flows and the fishing can be really good.  Light crowds and plenty of fish make this fishery a great option this time of the year.  let us know if you're itchin to go fishin, because we have a cure!  Thank you,,,


Jeff Goodwin is a full time Northern California fishing guide.  He guides year round for salmon, trout, steelhead, Kokanee, and bass on Northern California rivers and lakes. He fishes many bodies of water in the Redding area, but also guides the Sacramento River and Feather River during certain times of the year. Jeff can also be found on the California coast chasing ocean fresh King salmon and steelhead each year. To learn more about the fishing trips Jeff has to offer, please visit Jeff Goodwin's Guide Service.  You can also find him on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, or please feel free to call him anytime at (707) 616-1905.





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