Southern Oregon Coast 

Pacific Northwest

Winter is a magical time on the Oregon coast. It is the time that rivers swell and draw runs of bright coastal steelhead in significant numbers. For many anglers the southern Oregon coast represents a maze of mist-shrouded waters that are difficult to fly fish effectively. For the guides at Confluence Outfitters the southern coast is a limitless playground full of untold possibilities.

Location:
Gold Beach is located on the southern Oregon coast at the mouth of the Rogue River.

Fishing Program:
There are a number of excellent rivers in the greater Gold Beach region including the Rogue, Chetco, Elk and Sixes. The guides at Confluence Outfitters fly fish all of these systems depending of flows, time of year and preferences. Jet boats are used for transportation on the larger systems while the smaller rivers are accessed by raft or on foot. Fishing techniques include the wet fly swing with spey rods and dead-drift techniques, depending on water conditions and rivers fished.

This is true winter steelhead fishing and as such challenging weather conditions and relatively low catch rates are the norm. Under good conditions two “pulls” or takes per person per day would be considered very acceptable. On the bright side, the wild coastal steelhead in the region are typically very bright and often large. Additionally, the rivers are very well suited to the fly and a great pleasure to fish.

Accommodations and Meals:
Byrdies House: The Byrdies Beach House is right on the southern Oregon Coast near Gold Beach. Set back from the ocean, the Byrdies House has its own private beach access. The house can sleep up to six people. There is a great kitchen for those who like to cook.
Nautilus House: You won't find a better view than this! The Nautilus house offers the same amenities as the Byrdies House but with a different floor plan. The Nautilus House is right on the southern Oregon Coast near Gold Beach. The house can sleep up to four people and has a huge deck for evening cocktails and whale watching.

Sample Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive south Oregon Coast.
Days 2-5: Full days of guided fishing
Day 6: Depart coast.

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