Parts of Eagle Creek closed to fishing

The lowest reach of Eagle Creek on Clackamas River closed to angling Sept. 27 through Oct. 31

Coho fishing opens above Willamette Falls on Oct. 1

Several areas above Willamette Falls open to coho fishing on Oct. 1 -- including parts of the McKenzie, and mainstem, Coast and Middle Forks of the Willamette.

Columbia coho, Chinook fishing open through Dec. 31

Coho and Chinook fishing on the mainstem Columbia from Buoy10 to the Hwy 395 bridge will be open through the end of the year.

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Hunt, Fish, Explore Oregon

The hunting season ahead
What our biologists are saying

Whether you're after big game or game birds, the annual ODFW hunting forecasts give you a look at the upcoming seasons through the eyes of our local biologists.

See big game forecast
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Fall fishing: Swimming with possibilities
Fall can offer some of the best fishing of the year

Chinook and coho are returning to their natal streams, winter steelhead are pushing upriver, and trout are actively feeding, getting ready for the lean winter months.

Check out the Recreation Report
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Help protect Oregon's wildlife
Turn in poachers

Poaching takes a serious toll on of Oregon's wildlife. You can help by reporting poaching when you take to the field or hit the water this season.

How to report poaching
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See yourself on MyODFW.com
Submit your hunting, fishing and wildlife photos

Great photos can inspire and motivate others. And give you bragging rights! Submit your photos to ODFW and you may see them on ODFW's website or social media channels.

 

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Fishing
Fishing
Find out when, where and how to fish for trout, salmon, steelhead, bass, halibut, rock fish and dozens of other species.
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Game Bird Hunting
Game Bird Hunting
Learn more about hunting opportunities for upland birds (pheasant, chukar, quail) and waterfowl (ducks and geese).
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Crabbing & Clamming
Crabbing & Clamming

Get all the how-to and where-to information you'll need to dig, rake and set pots for clams and crabs.

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Big Game Hunting
Big Game Hunting

From applying for a tag, to stalking a deer or elk, learn the techniques and opportunities for hunting big game.

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Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing
Learn more about Oregon's native birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians.
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Recreation Report
Recreation Report
Catch up on the latest information about current fishing, hunting and wildlife viewing opportunities. Updated weekly.
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Upcoming ODFW Workshops and Events
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Learn to Game Bird Hunt

Adult Mentored Duck Hunting Workshop - Gervais/Sauvie Island - EVENT FULL

Day 1: Mid-Valley Clays - 6181 Concomly Rd NE, Gervais; Day 2: Sauvie Island Wildlife Area - Mudhen (maps)
November 9 & 10, 2024
Day 1: 8:00am start - Day 2: 5:30am start
$50
Hunting public land
Learn to Big Game Hunt

Learn to hunt - Introduction to hunting in Oregon - Tualatin

Cabela's - 7555 SW Nyberg St Tualatin, OR 97062
November 14, 2024
6:00pm - 8:00pm
$10.00
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Learn to Game Bird Hunt

Adult Mentored Duck Hunting Workshop - Coquille/Myrtle Point

Day 1: Myrtle Point Gun Club; Day 2: ODFW Coquille Wildlife Area
November 16 & 17, 2024
Day 1: 8:00am start; Day 2: 4:30am start
$50