Smith River Steelhead Guides Steelhead Fish Report

Smith River - Smith River, CA (Del Norte County)

Smith River Steelhead Guides Steelhead Fish Report

by Dave Jacobs
2-1-2009
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Not much has changed on the North Coasts rivers this past week with the biggest news being that no measurable rain has fallen making all streams extremely low and clear. The Smith river is at the low 7 foot level at Jed Smith park gage and will be in the high sixes very soon. Although fishing conditions are tough with the low flows, catching steelhead is still possible. Downsized terminal tackle and light, strong fluorocarbon lines with small natural cured baits will produce in these river conditions. Fishing pressure has been light on the Smith River for the past three weeks. Fishing conditions and steelhead counts will hopefully improve after some more rain returns to Northern California. Side drifting small pieces of roe and a Quikie puffball will produce most steelhead as reported by Smith river steelhead fishing guides. Backtrolling Hot shot style lures will also be a great bet in the low/clear river conditions. 0 to 2 fish has been the norm on daily counts coming in from Smith River steelhead guides and bank angler's.

Contact Dave Jacobs Guide Service at 530-646-9110 or check us out online at sacramentofishing.com

Professional fishing Guide Dave Jacobs is licensed to operate in both California and Oregon. Dave Jacobs is a licensed guide with The California Department of Fish and Wildlife as well as a current licensed Oregon guide registered with The Oregon State Marine Board.

Professional Fishing Guide Dave Jacobs is also licensed to operate in the Rogue/Siskiyou National Forest on the upper Chetco River in Oregon, licensed to operate in the Six Rivers National Forest on The Smith River, Klamath River, Trinity River and South Fork Trinity River. We are an Equal opportunity provider. Guide Dave Jacobs is also licensed with the Bureau of Land Management to operate on the upper Trinity River from Lewiston California downriver to Grays Falls on the Trinity River.

Guide Dave Jacobs also holds a Merchant Mariner Credential with The U.S. Coast Guard and is certified in both CPR and First Aid.



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