Pacific Northwest Forecast
Weekly fishing intelligence for Washington, Oregon
Water Temp
48°F
Air Temp
50°F
Report Date
2026-04-07
This Week's Outlook
Water temps are sitting at 48F across the Pacific Northwest region this spring, creating cold conditions. Rainbow Trout and Smallmouth Bass fishing looks strong this week with air temps around 50F. 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. Target transitional banks between shallow and deep
Northern Pike
HighNorthern Pike are responding well to Large Spinnerbait fished with a moderate to fast. Slow-roll near shallow cover in warming water
Walleye
HighWalleye are responding well to Jig + Minnow fished with a moderate to fast. Target shallow cover near spawning areas
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
Match your presentation speed to the water temperature. Colder water means slower retrieves, warmer water lets you cover water faster.
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