Over the past few years Salmon runs have been coming back in Oregon and the permit times have been extended. Salmon fishing in Oregon is one of the most exciting adventures of anywhere in the world. Many salmon fishers stand on the shore, or wade in the water, in many of the shallower brooks and streams. For bigger catches, having your own boat can make a big difference and some folks prefer to pay someone else to drive and head out for deep sea fishing day trips.
Salmon is the most popular fish in Oregon, though steelhead is a close second for many anglers. Lots of local streams have hatchery winter steelhead that can be caught from November through January. For the early season, the North Fork Nehalem River is one of the better streams.
There are many hatchery planted steelhead along the Oregon coast and it is interesting that some of the steelhead hatchery fish wander up the wrong rivers to locations that did not have any planting. The Nehalem, Wilson, and Nestucca rivers are some of the best with runs that start in mid November and continue until early April. Wild steelhead is also common, though with significant limitations.
Updated Oregon fishing conditions can be found by contacting the local ODFW in Tillamook at 503-842-2741. Recordings of updates for the North Fork Nehalem are at 503-368-5670. As with many outdoor access points, there is now a fee for using public launches. Perhaps some day there will be a annual "anywhere" pass.
The Oregon coast offers great Oregon fishing and crabbing with hundreds of miles of pristine beaches, tide pools to explore. Horseback riding, sight seeing and of course ample opportunities for shopping are also available. If you are planning a day trip, or several days to drive down the coast, the biggest recommendation is that you drive from north to south.
When traveling the Oregon Coast, if at all possible, travel from north to south. Most of the spectacular views have turn outs that will be on the coast side of the road, so traveling south enables you to simply pull over the the right and then continue without having to cross traffic. Think simple, quick, southbound!
Fall Chinook salmon typically have a season starting in early August and ending in late November. Spring Chinook salmon can be fished from mid-May through July. While Steelhead and Sturgeon may often have open fishing all year, winter seems to be the abundant runs, though late summer steelhead can often occur in great quantities. Before planning your fishing trip, be clear on exact dates by checking the latest updates from the Oregon fish and wild life department.
Oregon fishing can be for the whole family, though you must know your children well to gauge their enthusiasm for sticking with it. Fishing can be a great bonding time and lead to family stories and memories that last a life time. Similarly, a crying child who wants to go home, or a seasick child who is throwing up, can ruin the trip for everyone. Generally, children above the age of five do pretty well, but for deep sea fishing, age 10 and older may be more appropriate. Taking Dramamine before heading out into rough waters can be a day saver for everyone.
Salmon is the most popular fish in Oregon, though steelhead is a close second for many anglers. Lots of local streams have hatchery winter steelhead that can be caught from November through January. For the early season, the North Fork Nehalem River is one of the better streams.
There are many hatchery planted steelhead along the Oregon coast and it is interesting that some of the steelhead hatchery fish wander up the wrong rivers to locations that did not have any planting. The Nehalem, Wilson, and Nestucca rivers are some of the best with runs that start in mid November and continue until early April. Wild steelhead is also common, though with significant limitations.
Updated Oregon fishing conditions can be found by contacting the local ODFW in Tillamook at 503-842-2741. Recordings of updates for the North Fork Nehalem are at 503-368-5670. As with many outdoor access points, there is now a fee for using public launches. Perhaps some day there will be a annual "anywhere" pass.
The Oregon coast offers great Oregon fishing and crabbing with hundreds of miles of pristine beaches, tide pools to explore. Horseback riding, sight seeing and of course ample opportunities for shopping are also available. If you are planning a day trip, or several days to drive down the coast, the biggest recommendation is that you drive from north to south.
When traveling the Oregon Coast, if at all possible, travel from north to south. Most of the spectacular views have turn outs that will be on the coast side of the road, so traveling south enables you to simply pull over the the right and then continue without having to cross traffic. Think simple, quick, southbound!
Fall Chinook salmon typically have a season starting in early August and ending in late November. Spring Chinook salmon can be fished from mid-May through July. While Steelhead and Sturgeon may often have open fishing all year, winter seems to be the abundant runs, though late summer steelhead can often occur in great quantities. Before planning your fishing trip, be clear on exact dates by checking the latest updates from the Oregon fish and wild life department.
Oregon fishing can be for the whole family, though you must know your children well to gauge their enthusiasm for sticking with it. Fishing can be a great bonding time and lead to family stories and memories that last a life time. Similarly, a crying child who wants to go home, or a seasick child who is throwing up, can ruin the trip for everyone. Generally, children above the age of five do pretty well, but for deep sea fishing, age 10 and older may be more appropriate. Taking Dramamine before heading out into rough waters can be a day saver for everyone.
About the Author:
Author, Hector Fieshmann spends his retirement days fishing in Oregon and providing helpful tips for others. In addition to fishing, Hector enjoys Oregon crabbing and clamming. Be sure to stay on top of the latest conditions with Hector's Oregon fishing report.
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