Fly Fishing Guide to Steelhead Alley

The Fly Fishing Guide to Steelhead Alley is an essential resource for anglers looking to unlock the secrets of Lake Erie’s renowned tributaries. This book covers the 400 miles of southern Lake Erie shoreline, affectionately called "Steelhead Alley," a top destination for catching steelhead, salmon, brown trout, and smallmouth bass on the fly. Drawing from over two decades of guiding and fly fishing experience, author Karl Weixlmann provides detailed insights into the best tributaries, local fly patterns, and productive fishing techniques to maximize your time on the water.

Whether you're new to Steelhead Alley or a seasoned angler, this guide offers practical tips for timing runs, reading water, and rigging for success. It features individual tributary descriptions, access points, and strategies for targeting lesser-known locations. With expert advice on gear, fly selection, and techniques, this guide is necessary for anyone chasing trophy Chrome in the Great Lakes region.

• Covers 400 miles of Lake Erie tributaries in New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio
• In-depth strategies for targeting steelhead, salmon, brown trout, and smallmouth bass
• Detailed access points and descriptions of top fishing locations
• Tips on reading water, timing runs, and selecting the best local fly patterns

Authored by Karl Weixlmann, a seasoned guide and contributor to Fly Fisherman magazine. Karl is also an employee at FishUSA and contributes posts to our blog, Angler Resources, and fly tying videos to the FishUSA YouTube channel).