Large Adfluvial Redband Trout in a Desert Spring Creek

The Williamson River is a major tributary of Upper Klamath Lake, one of the most productive trophy trout growing lakes in North America. Shallow and nutrient rich, Redbands can reach 20” in three years and some run to 8 pounds or more. During summer these fish surge into cooler tributaries like The Williamson where they often pod in large groups. Fishing is technical, like any spring creek, but we enjoy teaching new and experienced anglers alike in the subtleties of spring creek fishing at it’s best. Once mastered, the rewards can often be the fish of a lifetime.

Summer

Summer days on the Williamson are filled with high desert vistas, a great big sky and clear blue water. Throughout the summer, opportunity abounds for dry fly, nymph and streamer fishing. In addition to the anticipated Hex Hatch in July, fishing is consistent all summer thanks to a variety of plentiful hatches and cool, spring fed flows.

Fall

Fall comes early in the Klamath Basin with cooler nights and changing colors in September. It’s a very pleasant time to fish here and we often have the whole river to ourselves. Some of the best fishing on the Williamson is found in the fall as the changing seasons bring on some of the best hatches and dry fly opportunities of the year.