I have caught Sturgeon up to Snohomish, don't think the Snoqualmie has any but you never no . Your line question depends on different things, conditions,time of year,river,pole type and length,ect. Normally 6 to 8lb in Summer 10 to 12lb in Winter when conditions warrant it. 120 to 200 yds of line. I've tried lots of different lines and found the new Gamakatsu line excellent for spinning reels.