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Nestled in the heart of south central Washington State, the Klickitat River is a premier destination for steelhead anglers Originating from the glaciers of Mount Adams, this river winds through rugged canyons and pristine forests before joining the Columbia River. Known for its consistent runs of summer steelhead and salmon, the Klickitat offers an unparalleled experience for anglers of all skill levels. Our guided fly fishing trips provide you with expert knowledge, personalized instruction, and access to some of the river's most productive runs. Whether you're casting for your first steelhead encounter, or a seasoned spey vet, you'll be surrounded by the stunning beauty of the Pacific Northwest, making every moment on the water unforgettable. Join our friendly and highly capable staff for an unrivaled guided experience.
To fully appreciate all the majesty the Klickitat River has to offer, you really need to be here for enough time to experience it all. With more than 40 miles of scenic steelhead water, you simply can't see it all in a day. We have been offering multi-day trips on the Klickitat since 2006 and these are the trips our long-time customers prefer. It just makes sense.
You will arrive at the Mt. Adams Lodge property the night before your first day of guided fishing. This is a fun evening. You need to arrive by 6 pm and a wonderful spread of appetizers, dinner, and dessert will be awaiting your group. If you get there early it's a perfect chance to settle in, enjoy the mountain view, have a drink, or maybe a cigar outside in one of the lounge chairs.
Fishing starts early with 8+ hours on the water each day, and each fishing day includes a hearty breakfast, strong coffee, and lunch on the water. Dinners are included upon arrival, but not on the evening of departure.
Whether you are a local angler sneaking in a quickie or a traveler coming from the east coast to fish 4-5 days, we accomodate varying trip lengths. We always encourage you to fish multiple days to help insure you get a window of optimal conditions.
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Our Klickitat River trips are hosted in fiberglass drift boats or full framed fishing rafts and we float anywhere from 5-12 miles per day with (2) anglers per boat. The float is scenic and wild. Our guides are skilled in multiple strategies with all possessing advanced spey skills. For non spey guests are guides will will row hard and work with guests to find fish using strike indicator rigs out of the boat as well. Dead drifting a large Stonefly nymph and/or an egg pattern is the most productive technique for our guests.
We've worked to cultivate a swing forward operation over the years. Spey fisherman should try to come prepared with some casting skills prior to the trip in order to make best use of their adventure. We like 6-7 weight two-handed rods, and 7-8 weight single handed rods for this trip. The swing anglers using spey rods will prefer Skagit heads and 10' of T-8 or T-11 sink tips (most commonly). We seldom catch fish on floating lines.
Our lodge is designed to feel like home — welcoming, impeccably clean, and thoughtfully appointed with comfortable bedding and plush towels to help you truly unwind after a day on the river. The shared living space is cozy and relaxed, a place to swap stories, study maps, learn the lodge's history, and enjoy good company.
Each day, our menu evolves with the season, complemented by a few guest favorites that remain staples. KynsLee has spent years cultivating her culinary skills, bringing intention and creativity to every meal. Mornings begin with a hearty breakfast and coffee/tea to fuel the day ahead, followed by a build-your-own sandwich table so you can customize lunch to your liking on the water. When you return, appetizers await during cocktail hour — the perfect bridge into a chef-inspired dinner, thoughtfully prepared and paired with our in-house red wine, Release.
It’s a dining experience rooted in comfort, quality, and care — just like the fishing.
Our Klickitat steelhead lodge is led by a core team deeply rooted in this river.
KynsLee Scott, Host and Operations Manager since 2019 and a longtime guide across the Pacific Northwest, oversees the guest experience from start to finish - ensuring every detail of your stay runs seamlessly, both on and off the water.
Rick Davidson, Head Guide and one of the longest-running guides on the Klickitat, brings decades of river knowledge and a lifetime of steelhead obsession.
Alongside him is Cam Short, our steadfast number two — steady, dialed, and fully committed to putting guests in the right water at the right time.
Joining our core crew each fall are additional guides from our Red's team, bringing a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to the team. Together, our Klickitat crew delivers a thoughtful, hard-working, and deeply authentic Klickitat experience.
A 50% deposit per person is due upon booking and full payment of the trip is due 30 days prior to the start date. In the event of a cancellation deposits are refundable minus a 5% handling charge up to 30 days out. If alternative adventures are proposed by the outfitter and agreed to, the customer is responsible for any additional expenses or costs. Cancellations occurring inside 30 days out the deposit is retained. Cancellations occurring inside 48 hours from check-in the entire balance is retained. It is solely the outfitter's discretion to determine if river conditions warrant a cancellation.