The large runs of migrating trout and salmon, coupled with comfortable air temperatures, bring many anglers to the river. In late August and September the river is lined with fertile plant life and green trees. Most days can be fished in light clothing and summer weight waders. In late September and October, the river begins to change its look almost daily. The hardwoods show a constant progression of color.
Greens give way to brilliant hues of yellow, orange and red. .
This time of year also brings with it the promise of the first major movement of the true prize to the serious angler, fresh run steelhead. In November most of the leaves have fallen and the river now seems naked . . Good numbers of steelhead can normally be found and temperatures can be quite comfortable. Winter is a time for solitude on the river. Finding stretches with little or no fishing pressure becomes easy.