Fishing for Trout

We’ve put together a good selection of trout lures that will cover every situation you’ll find on our local lakes, reservoirs and rivers. Throughout the Pacific Northwest there are countless fishing spots where you can catch Rainbow, Brook, Brown and Cutthroat Trout with some pretty amazing ease! Stick with these lures and you’ll see!

Roostertail Spinners and Acme Kastmaster Spoons are some of the best trout lures available.

Trout Fishing Lure FAQ’s

What are the best lures for Trout fishing?

We have a great selection of Trout fishing lures for lakes, reservoirs and rivers. Here are some of the most popular lures for Washington, Idaho, California and Oregon.

1. Roostertail Spinners
2. Acme Kastmaster Spoons
3. Luhr Jensen Needlefish Spoons
4. Dick Nite Spoons
5. Luhr Jensen Hot Shot 50 Plugs
6. Luhr Jensen Hot Shot 70 Plugs
7. Yakima Bait Mag Lip 2.0 Plugs
8. Yakima Bait Mag Lip 2.5 Plugs
9. Rapala Shad Rap Crankbaits
10. Rapala Original Floater Size 3 & 5
11. Luhr Jensen Krocodile Spoons
12. Mack’s Wedding Ring Spinners

What are the best Trout lures to use from my boat?

We recommend trolling plugs like Hot Shots, Mag Lips, Rapalas to find the largest trout in the lake. Wedding Rings, Double Whammy’s, Needlefish and Dick Nite Spoons seem to be universally productive.

What are the best Trout lures to use from the shore?

If you’re casting lures from the bank, try a Roostertail Spinner or a Kastmaster Spoon. They’ll cast a country mile and allow you to really cover some water. Plunking with bait like Powerbait Power Eggs can also be a really great tactic in areas where bait fishing is allowed.

What kind of rod and reel should I use for Trout fishing?

Generally speaking, the best rod length is 5’6” to 7’ with a light or ultra-light action. Pair it up with a smaller spinning reel for something lightweight and fun to fish.

What kind of line should I use for Trout fishing?

We recommend a copolymer line like P-Line CX Premium or Fluoroclear in 4 pound to 6 pound test.