Pacific Northwest Forecast
Weekly fishing intelligence for Washington, Oregon
Water Temp
60°F
Air Temp
63°F
Report Date
2026-09-10
This Week's Outlook
Water temps are sitting at 60F across the Pacific Northwest region this fall, creating cooling conditions. Rainbow Trout and Smallmouth Bass fishing looks strong this week with air temps around 63F. Focus on early morning and late evening windows for the best action.
Species Breakdown
Rainbow Trout
HighRainbow Trout are responding well to PowerBait / Worm fished with a moderate to fast. Stocked trout respond well to PowerBait and worms
Smallmouth Bass
HighSmallmouth Bass are responding well to Finesse Worm fished with a moderate to fast. Follow baitfish schools with forward-facing sonar
Northern Pike
HighNorthern Pike are responding well to Large Spinnerbait fished with a moderate to fast. Target baitfish schools near creek channels
Walleye
HighWalleye are responding well to Jig + Minnow fished with a moderate to fast. Cover water in the backs of creek channels
What's Working Now
- Rainbow Trout: Live Bait Fishing with PowerBait / Worm
- Smallmouth Bass: Drop Shot with Finesse Worm
- Northern Pike: Spinnerbait Fishing with Large Spinnerbait
- Walleye: Jigging with Jig + Minnow
Tip of the Week
Fall feeding frenzy is on. Follow the baitfish — shad and shiners are schooling up and predators are gorging before winter. Cover water quickly with moving baits.
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