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Southern Oregon coastal rivers are considered by many top anglers as the Lower 48's Alaska
After the start, the fish move up river for bobber fishing for the entire month of October until the first weekend of November.
Starting the first Saturday of November we go to all terminal tackle and enjoy
The Chetco River is best known for its trophy Chinook from 50 to 60 pounds for both wild and hatchery winners steelhead.
In September below Highway 101 bridge, spinnerbait rigs and plug cut herring are used, and are being trolled for salmon averaging 28 pounds.
The salmon run this out around mid November as steelhead enter the river.
By December, anglers have usually landed several steelhead over 20 pounds. The peak of the run is in late February but good fishing continues through March.