Metolius River Fish Report - Metolius Springs, OR (Jefferson County)

The Metolius River continues to fish well Nymphing with stonefly, mayfly or caddisfly nymphs

Metolius River - Metolius Springs, OR (Jefferson County)

by OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
11-1-2023
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The Metolius River continues to fish well Nymphing with stonefly, mayfly or caddisfly nymphs has been effective for trout and streamers are a good bet for bull trout. Catch-and-release for trout including bull trout. Fishing is restricted to fly-fishing only upstream of Bridge 99 (Lower Bridge).‌

The Metolius River from Allingham Bridge upstream to the headwaters closed for the season Nov. 1 and will reopen May 22, 2024.‌

Artificial flies and lures permitted below Bridge 99 (Lower Bridge).

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