Elk River Fish Report - Port Orford, OR (Curry County)

Cutthroat fishing has slowed as water temperatures have increased

Elk River - Port Orford, OR (Curry County)

by OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
8-18-2022
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Cutthroat fishing has slowed as water temperatures have increased and flows have dropped. Anglers willing to venture into the canyons above Elk River hatchery are finding a few nice size fish

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