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Methow River
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Rainbow Trout
Daily limit: 5 · Min size: 8"
Curated from WDFW statewide lake / pond limit. 8-inch minimum. River and stream limits vary by water — confirm at source.
Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife
The Methow River is a celebrated fly fishing destination in north-central Washington, offering excellent opportunities for wild rainbow and bull trout in a scenic valley setting. The river is known for its summer stonefly and caddis hatches that bring large trout to the surface. Access is available at numerous pullouts along Highway 20.
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