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| The Cowlitz River is located in Washington State and is a main tributary of the Columbia River. There are two state-run fish hatcheries on the river which provide great recreational fishing opportunities for both Salmon and Steelhead. The Salmon Hatchery produces nearly 13 million fish each year, including about 1.3 million spring Chinook, 5.0 million fall Chinook and 3.2 million coho salmon. This hatchery is located near Barrier Dam and the Barrier Dam boat launch. The Trout Hatchery is located near the Blue Creek Boat Launch and releases around 1.5 million fish a year. The species released here include Summer and Winter Steelhead as well as Sea-Run Cutthroat Trout. The Cowlitz River is a short drive from Portland International Airport (PDX) and there are many recreational opportunities for your stay in the area. The River is near the Famous Mt. Saint Helens Volcano, which last erupted in the early 1980's. Send us an email or call us today to book your Cowlitz River Fishing Adventure! 253-312-8900 253-389-0359 Send us an email to Book your Fishing Adventure |
| Directions Barrier Dam Boat Launch To get to the Barrier Dam boat launch from Interstate 5, take Highway 12 East about 12 miles. Turn right on Fuller Road. Continue until the "T" intersection and turn left on Spencer Road. Stay right at the "Y." Turn left into the salmon hatchery parking lot, or drive straight to get to the Barrier Dam boat launch and fishing area. Blue Creek Boat Launch To get to the Blue Creek Boat Launch from Interstate 5, take State Highway 12 east to the community of Ethel. Turn right (south) on to Tucker Road. Tucker Road bends to the right where it meets Classe Road at a Y. Go straight on to Classe Road. At the end of the road turn left on to Spencer Road. Watch for the signs directing you to turn right to go to the trout hatchery and to the Blue Creek boat launch |
| Waters West Guide Service 388 Geissler Rd Montesano, WA 98563 Since 2003 |
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