motaha;n610586 said:
around 20ft. Can I fish for steelhead at that depth or should I look for something that is a bit shallower? Thanks
First, for the Clack, I always go by the Estacada level, which is right around 13 feet. For bank fishing, 13 or less is ideal. The Clack is several times bigger than the Wilson, so the levels aren't as crucial in regards to low, clear water. Under 11 feet gets you into "stealth mode," but that won't be an issue until probably August. Anything over 13 or so makes bank fishing tougher (but still doable, up to about 14, but it's tough).
And when it says the level at Oregon City is 27 feet (about what it is now), it's an arbitrary spot where they stuck a measuring stick in the river. You may have noticed that it's shallower closer to the bank than the middle of the river (usually). It's all relative.
The river is on the drop -- go for it. Pick your spots. Bank access is tough on the Clack with all the private property, but there's still plenty. Lots of access around Barton (pay to park), and Eagle Creek (lots of wading at 13 feet). Riverside, Carver (same parking pass as Barton), McIver, and plenty in Gladstone.