Anglers wanting to target steelhead early in the season would do best fishing lower in the system

Sandy River - Sandy, OR


by OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
12-4-2025
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Coho are still present in the system; however, anglers are reminded to leave spawning fish undisturbed when possible. Winter steelhead have begun to trickle into the system and can be expected in greater numbers with each passing rain event. Anglers wanting to target steelhead early in the season would do best fishing lower in the system, as one would expect.

Anglers should confirm access before they go. All Metro Parks and boat ramps (including Dabney and Lewis and Clark) are now open but may have modified operations. Check conditions at individual parks on Metro's website. State parks and recreation areas appear open.




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