Went to the upper Cle Elum River this weekend and it was the worst fishing that I have ever had there. My friends and I fish near Lake Tuquala and all we caught and saw were little 2" bows. Usually this time of year the average fish is 6-12" with a few larger ones in this stretch.

We were fishing with 1/16 oz rooster tails like we usually do here. I was using a metallic red one and my friends were using various other colors. I had the most luck, as I was the most experienced fisherman in the group.

I can't figure out what the deal was. I usually even spot some decent fish in the clear water, but the biggest I saw and had fallow was about 6". Maybe it was something with the bad winter we had and there was winter kill. Who knows?

I will be back there though because if nothing else the scenery is worth the drive.

Remember it is selective gear rules.