Fishing & Outdoor Adventures — 2026-07-17
Outside Magazine's editors tested hundreds of products to crown summer 2026's best gear, while fly fishing conditions heat up on western rivers with strong PMD hatches. New ultralight camping innovations and safety-focused outdoor equipment dominate the season's top picks.
Fishing & Outdoor Adventures — 2026-07-17
Fishing Report
Henry's Fork (Idaho) - Strong Midday Hatches
The Upper Henry's Fork Box Canyon is producing excellent fishing conditions right now, with large Pale Morning Dun (PMD) hatches occurring midday alongside lingering golden stone activity. Fish are feeding actively on PMDs in the riffles, with particularly splashy rises visible where larger rocks create slack water in softer runs.
Gabriola Area (British Columbia) - Regulated Chinook Fishing
Chinook fishing remains open in Area 17 (Gabriola) with specific size restrictions: anglers can fish for and retain one chinook between 62cm and 80cm. Popular spots like Thrasher Rock, The Grande, and Entrance Island are producing fish, though anglers near Thrasher should watch proximity to closure lines. A new coho season effective August 1 will open multiple subareas through October 15, 2026.
Pacific Northwest - Buoy 10 Season Approaching
In July, Pacific Northwest anglers have options for Chinook fishing above the bridge for about a week, plus catch-and-release sturgeon fishing on the estuary flats where these fish feed actively. Sturgeon hooked in shallow water frequently go airborne, making for action-packed fishing. The famous Buoy 10 season opens August 1.
Gear Pick
Outside's Best Summer Gear of 2026
Outside Magazine's editors spent months pressure-testing hundreds of products in the field to identify summer 2026's standout gear. A major highlight includes camping pads that received significant upgrades—one model now boasts an R-value boosted to 7 with durable PU stretch polyester that proved reliable in Rockies testing. The outlet tested gear across multiple categories to help outdoor enthusiasts find the products that truly deliver in real conditions.
Switchback 2026 Gear Show - New Innovations
The outdoor industry showcased cutting-edge gear at Switchback 2026. Notable debuts include Minus33's SAR Warming Kit Merino Takeback Program (new for 2026), allowing donation of lightly worn merino wool garments from any brand for wilderness rescue. Berghaus introduced an impressive hiking lineup featuring their Fast Hike 15L backpack available in both women's and men's sizing.
No recent campground openings or trail updates available for this period.
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