For a first fish, look above fast water for a rock or ledge break; steelhead hold in the soft spot on the upstream side
For a first fish, look above fast water for a rock or ledge break; steelhead hold in the soft spot on the upstream side
Filters
- Topic: Reading water and presentation
- Original category: Reading Water and Coverage
- Species: Steelhead
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Advanced
Tip
Tip: For a first fish, look above fast water for a rock or ledge break; steelhead hold in the soft spot on the upstream side where the current breaks
How to do it: To find a first steelhead, look above fast water for a rock or ledge break, fishing the soft upstream side
Mistake it fixes: Ignoring current breaks above fast water
Why it works: Current breaks create soft holding water upstream of fast water. Steelhead rest there before moving up.
When it matters most: Steelhead, holding water