ODFW Articles
Need to figure out controlled hunts, find a place to clam, learn how to fish or get directions to a wildlife area? We've got information on all that and more, straight from ODFW biologists and other accomplished hunters, anglers and wildlife watchers.
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He is an Oregon icon – Herman, the sturgeon, the state's most famous fish. At 10 ft. long and nearly 500...
How to clam and crab
Oregon has over 360 miles of coastline -- that's a big sandbox in which to take the family clamming and...
Where to hunt big game
A quick guide for early season hunters
ODFW wildlife biologists offer a look at the habitat conditions and hunting outlook for the upcoming season.
Where to hunt game birds
How you can benefit
Hunt by Reservation landowners are diverse. They range from small rural farms to large land trusts. Some need help reducing...
Where to hunt game birds
Legal shooting hours for game bird and Northwest Permit Goose during the 2023-24 hunting seasons.
Where to fish
Includes lakes in the Eagle Cap Wilderness Area.
Where to fish
Includes lakes in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest and the Sky Lakes Wilderness.
Where to fish
Includes lakes in the Willamette National Forest and the Three Sisters, Waldo Lake and Mt. Washington wilderness areas.
Where to fish
Includes lakes in the Winema and Rogue River national forests, and the Sky Lakes and Mountain Lake wilderness areas.
Special instructions and hunt maps
Where to fish
This schedule includes lakes in the Deschutes National Forest and the Three Sisters and Mt. Jefferson Wilderness areas.
Where to fish
Includes lakes in the Willamette National Forest and Mt. Jefferson Wilderness.
Where to fish
Includes lakes in the Mt. Hood National Forest, the Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness and the Olallie Lake Scenic Area.
Where to fish
Includes lakes in the Mt. Hood National Forest and the Bull of the Woods and Roaring River wilderness areas.
regulations
Few major changes proposed for 2024 as ODFW has wrapped up its years-long big game review that resulted in some...
Where to fish
Fall salmon fishing seasons in rivers along Oregon’s coast from Necanicum River to the Winchuck River depend on the outlook...
Proposals for regulation changes
At its Aug. 4 meeting, the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission will consider the 2024 Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations. Here's...
How to hunt big game
See the latest and historic data on big game population surveys from 2012 to present.
Where to hunt big game
Private lands accounts for just over half of Oregon’s land base and include farms, range lands, wetlands, forests and stream...
How to hunt game birds
Our biologist share their take on the upcoming season
ODFW biologists share the latest updates for wild turkey hunting in their local district, as well as tips and tactics...
Hunters who want to know more about Oregon’s mule deer management should sign up to receive updates and provide input...
How to hunt big game
An area-by-area look at the upcoming season
Snow and downed timber from late winter storms may limit early season access in many locations.
How to hunt game birds
Historic harvest statistics can guide you to areas with good habitat that support healthy bird populations.
Salvaging deer and elk struck by vehicles is legal in Oregon. However, you must fill out a permit (after the...