As of September 11, 2026, the Klickitat River is fishing Fair (7.9/10): flows are 660 cfs, reported by 2 shops.
Last updated
Reports indicate good conditions. flow at 660 cfs.
Conditions are holding steady since the previous update.
Glacial Columbia Gorge tributary represented by the gauge near Pitt.
A quick view of the latest report, gauge, hatch, and fly data available for this water. Missing observations are left unreported rather than estimated.
No hatch observations were included in the latest reports. Recommended flies include Klickinator, Skykomish Sunrise #2-6, Intruder Purple and Pink #2-6, Intruder Black and Chartreuse #2-6.
Recent reports mention Slide Access / Slide put-in, Pitt.
Access and seasonal rules can change. Check current regulations and closures with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife ↗
Klickitat River location
45.7565, -121.2101
Current Flow
660cfs
Reds Fly Shop
Steelhead are returning in decent numbers to the Klickitat, with guided lodge trips booking from late September through late October. The shop is optimistic about a great steelhead season close to home.
View original report ↗Reds Fly Shop
Steelhead runs are low across the board this year, but the Klickitat is expected to remain open through the entire season. Lodge bookings are filling up fast for fall steelhead trips.
View original report ↗Evening Hatch
River is in spectacular condition with the cooler weather keeping fish active. Both nymphing and swinging tactics have been productive, with 5 fish hooked in a recent outing.
Reds Fly Shop
Steelhead runs are anticipated to be open through the full season on the Klickitat; lodge bookings are filling up fast for fall. Anglers are advised to monitor emergency closure notices for anadromous fisheries.
View original report ↗Evening Hatch
The river is cycling with variable conditions; flows were low at 10AM two days ago but improved in the morning yesterday.
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The river is currently not in fishable condition after an unusually good early season. A cooling pattern is expected to improve conditions, with the primary guided program running September 20 through mid-November.
View original report ↗Evening Hatch
After an unusually long stretch of good early-season conditions, the Klickitat has deteriorated due to hot weather. Water clarity has dropped to 18 inches in the morning and only 6 inches by afternoon.
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Swinging has been rough on the Klickitat, but fishing under the indicator (bobber) has been more productive. Anglers have been fishing from high to low on the river.
View original report ↗Evening Hatch
The Klickitat is in fabulous condition. Guide activity is expected to increase significantly over the coming weeks.
View original report ↗Evening Hatch
The Klickitat is in great shape, flowing at 1530 CFS at Pitt, which is historically lower than normal. The reduced flows are expected to make for a good opener on May 23rd.
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