Fishing regulation updates
These updated rules were adopted after the current regulation booklet was printed, and supersede those printed regulations. Always check for regulation updates before fishing.
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Northwest
Regulation updates as of December 10, 2024.
The following regulations reflect changes or additions to the permanent regulations listed in the current Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations. All other permanent regulations remain in effect. Please see e-regulations.
Take the regulations with youWe have created a summary of the current permanent and special regulations for coastal fall salmon seasons for each river/basin that you can view on a cell phone.
Temporary harvest restrictions on Illinois, Rogue rivers for winter steelhead seasonTemporary wild winter steelhead harvest limits are in place for the Rogue-South Coast winter steelhead season (Dec. 1, 2024 – Apr. 30, 2025):
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Wild Coho Salmon Aggregate Limits: Permanent rule: In the Northwest and Southwest Zone during authorized seasons in open areas, no more than one wild adult coho and one wild jack coho may be retained per day, and no more than five wild adult coho may be retained per year in aggregate between the two zones.
Jack limits:
- Wild coho jacks can only be retained on days open to adult wild coho retention.
- Chinook jack limits remain as specified in 2024 Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations.
Aggregate: The total number of fish or shellfish in a bag limit. Generally used where several species make up a combined bag limit, or where a single species bag limit is set for the combined harvest from a specified group of water bodies.
Alsea River and Bay and Drift Creek (Alsea Basin, Lincoln Co.)
- August 1 – December 31: In areas open for Chinook salmon angling by permanent rules, no more than ten adult wild Chinook salmon may be retained for the period in aggregate.
Salmon Regulation summary
Necanicum River
- December 1 – 31: Closed to angling for and retention of all Chinook salmon.
Nehalem River and Bay and North Fork Nehalem River
- December 1 – 31: Closed to angling for and retention of all Chinook salmon.
Nestucca River and Bay, Little Nestucca River, and Three Rivers
- December 1 – 31: Closed to angling for and retention of all Chinook salmon.
Salmon River
- August 1 – December 31: In areas open for Chinook salmon angling by permanent rules, no more than ten adult wild Chinook salmon may be retained for the period.
Siletz River, Schooner Creek and Drift Creek (Siletz Basin, Lincoln Co.)
- August 1 – December 31: In areas open for Chinook salmon angling by permanent rules, no more than ten adult wild Chinook salmon may be retained for the period in aggregate.
salmon Regulation summary
Siuslaw River (mainstem), North Fork Siuslaw River, and Sweet Creek
- August 1 – December 31: In areas open for Chinook salmon angling by permanent rules, the daily adult wild Chinook salmon bag limit is one fish in aggregate. No more than two adult wild Chinook salmon may be retained for the period in aggregate.
Salmon Regulation summary
Tillamook River and Bay, Kilchis River, Miami River, Wilson River, and Trask River
- December 1 – 31: Closed to angling for and retention of all Chinook Salmon.
Yachats River
- August 1 - December 31: In areas open for Chinook salmon angling by permanent rules:
- Daily adult wild Chinook salmon bag limit is one fish.
- No more than two adult wild Chinook salmon may be retained for the period.
salmon Regulation summary
Yaquina River and Big Elk Creek
- August 1 – December 31: In areas open for Chinook salmon angling by permanent rules, no more than ten adult wild Chinook salmon may be retained for the period in aggregate.
Salmon Regulation summary
- For more information contact your local ODFW office:
- Tillamook North Coast Watershed District Office (503) 842-2741 (north of the Salmon River).
- Newport District Office Annex (541) 812-8689 (Salmon River south to Umpqua Basin).
Southwest Zone
Regulation updates as of December 10, 2024.
The following regulations reflect changes or additions to the permanent regulations listed in the current Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations. All other permanent regulations remain in effect. Please see e-regulations.
Take the regulations with youWe have created a summary of the current permanent and special regulations for coastal fall salmon seasons for each river/basin that you can view on a cell phone.
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Wild Coho Salmon Aggregate Limits: Permanent rule: In the Northwest and Southwest Zone during authorized seasons in open areas, no more than one wild adult coho and one wild jack coho may be retained per day, and no more than five wild adult coho may be retained per year in aggregate between the two zones.
Jack limits:
- Wild coho jacks can only be retained on days open to adult wild coho retention.
- Chinook jack limits remain as specified in 2024 Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations.
Aggregate: The total number of fish or shellfish in a bag limit. Generally used where several species make up a combined bag limit, or where a single species bag limit is set for the combined harvest from a specified group of water bodies.
Chetco River
- September 1 – December 31: In areas open for Chinook salmon angling by permanent rules:
- Daily adult wild Chinook salmon bag limit is one fish.
No more than five adult wild Chinook salmon may be retained for the period.
Coos River and Bay, South Fork Coos River, and Millicoma River (Mainstem)
July 1 – December 31: In areas open by permanent rule, no more than ten adult wild Chinook salmon may be retained for the period in aggregate.
Elk River
- July 1 – December 31: Closed to angling for and retention of all wild Chinook salmon.
Floras Creek and New River
August 1 - December 31: In areas open for Chinook salmon angling by permanent rules, no more than one adult wild Chinook salmon may be retained for the period in aggregate.
Hunter Creek
- October 1 - December 31: Closed to all angling.
Illinois River
- December 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025: In areas of the Illinois River that are open for steelhead angling by permanent rules, retention of wild steelhead is prohibited.
Pistol River
- September 1 – December 31:
- Daily adult wild Chinook salmon bag limit is one fish.
- No more than five adult wild Chinook salmon may be retained for the period.
salmon Regulation summary
Rogue River
- In areas open for Chinook salmon angling by permanent rules, the Southwest Zone bag limits apply.
- December 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025:
- From the mouth of the Rogue River upstream to the mouth of the Illinois River no more than one wild steelhead may be retained for the period.
- From the mouth of the Illinois River upstream to the Cole Rivers Hatchery Dam, retention of wild steelhead is prohibited.
Sixes River
- July 1 – December 31: In areas open for Chinook salmon angling by permanent rules:
- Daily adult wild Chinook salmon bag limit is one fish.
- No more than ten adult wild Chinook salmon may be retained for the period.
- October 1 – December 31:
- Closed to all angling from Edson Creek upstream to the South Fork Sixes River.
salmon Regulation summary
- Closed to all angling from Edson Creek upstream to the South Fork Sixes River.
Winchuck River
- September 1 – December 31: In areas open for Chinook salmon angling by permanent rules:
- Daily adult wild Chinook salmon bag limit is one fish.
- No more than five adult wild Chinook salmon may be retained for the period.
- For more information, contact your local ODFW office:
- Central Point, Rogue Watershed District (541) 826-8774
- Charleston Field Office (541) 888-5515
- Roseburg Umpqua Watershed District Office (541) 440-3353
- Gold Beach Field Office (541) 247-7605
Willamette Zone
Regulation updates as of September 26, 2024.
The following regulations reflect changes or additions to the permanent regulations listed in the current Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations. All other permanent regulations remain in effect. Please see e-regulations.
Santiam River, South Fork
- October 15 - December 31: From Waterloo Bridge upstream to 200 feet above Waterloo Falls:
- Retention of coho salmon is allowed.
- Anglers with a valid 2024 Two-Rod Validation may use up to two fishing rods except when angling for sturgeon.
- Youth anglers under 12 years of age may use two fishing rods in these areas without purchasing the Two-Rod Validation.
McKenzie River
- July 8 - December 31: From the mouth upstream to the Leaburg Dam deadline 200 feet downstream of Leaburg Dam:
- Closed to angling for and retention of Chinook salmon.
- October 1 - December 31: From the mouth upstream to the Leaburg Dam deadline 200 feet downstream of Leaburg Dam:
- Retention of coho salmon is allowed.
- Anglers with a valid 2024 Two-Rod Validation may use up to two fishing rods except when angling for sturgeon.
- Youth anglers under 12 years of age may use two fishing rods in these areas without purchasing the Two-Rod Validation.
Willamette River
- September 21 - December 31: In all areas of the Willamette River upstream of Willamette Falls, including the tributaries and flowing waters that are open to retention of coho salmon:
- Anglers with a valid 2024 Two-Rod Validation may use up to two fishing rods except when angling for sturgeon.
- Youth anglers under 12 years of age may use two fishing rods in these areas without purchasing the Two-Rod Validation.
- October 1 - December 31: From the Highway 20 Bridge upstream to the mouth of the McKenzie River:
- Retention of coho salmon is allowed.
- October 1 - December 31: In the mainstem and tributaries from the mouth of the McKenzie River upstream to the Coast Fork Willamette River:
- Retention of coho salmon is allowed.
Willamette River, Coast Fork
- October 1 - December 31: In the mainstem and tributaries:
- Retention of coho salmon is allowed.
- Anglers with a valid 2024 Two-Rod Validation may use up to two fishing rods except when angling for sturgeon.
- Youth anglers under 12 years of age may use two fishing rods in these areas without purchasing the Two-Rod Validation.
Willamette River, Middle Fork
- October 1 - December 31: In the mainstem and tributaries from the mouth upstream to Dexter Dam:
- Retention of coho salmon is allowed.
- Anglers with a valid 2024 Two-Rod Validation may use up to two fishing rods except when angling for sturgeon.
For more information contact your local ODFW office:
- Clackamas (971) 673-6000
- Corvallis (541) 757-4186
- Springfield (541) 726-3515
Central Zone
Regulation updates as of October 30, 2024.
The following regulations reflect changes or additions to the permanent regulations listed in the current Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations. All other permanent regulations remain in effect. Please see e-regulations.
No temporary regulations in place. See permanent regulations.
For more information contact your local ODFW office:
- The Dalles (541) 296-4628
- Prineville (541) 447-5111
- Bend (541) 388-6363
Southeast Zone
Regulation updates as of Jan. 2, 2024.
The following regulations reflect changes or additions to the permanent regulations listed in the current Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations. All other permanent regulations remain in effect. Please see e-regulations.
No temporary regulations in place. See permanent regulations.
For more information contact your local ODFW office:
- Hines (541) 573-6582
- Lakeview (541) 947-2950
- Ontario (541) 889-6975
- Klamath Falls (541) 883-5732
- La Grande (541) 963-2138
Northeast Zone
Regulation updates as of October 31, 2024.
The following regulations reflect changes or additions to the permanent regulations listed in the current Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations. All other permanent regulations remain in effect. Please see e-regulations.
McKay Creek
- Reminder: McKay Creek is closed to angling for salmon and steelhead by permanent rule.
For more information contact your local ODFW office:
- Enterprise (541) 426-3279
- John Day (541) 575-1167
- La Grande (541) 963-2138
- Pendleton (541) 276-2344
Snake Zone
Regulation updates as of Oct. 9, 2023.
The following regulations reflect changes or additions to the permanent regulations listed in the current Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations. All other permanent regulations remain in effect. Please see e-regulations.
No temporary regulations in place. See permanent regulations.
For more information contact your local ODFW office:
- Enterprise (541) 426-3279
Columbia Zone
Regulation updates as of December 2, 2024.
The following regulations reflect changes or additions to the permanent regulations listed in the current Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations. All other permanent regulations remain in effect. Please see e-regulations.
Columbia River
Salmon and Steelhead
For all mainstem fall-season salmon/steelhead fisheries between Buoy 10 and the Highway 395 Bridge, each legal angler aboard a vessel may continue to deploy angling gear until the daily adult salmon/steelhead bag limit for all anglers aboard has been achieved. Anglers are reminded that it is unlawful to fish in an area while in possession of fish that are not legal for that area.
Buoy 10 upstream to the Oregon/Washington border (upstream of McNary Dam)
- General regulations during fall season:
- Permanent rules for size limits and jack retention regulations are in place.
- Only hatchery coho may be retained downstream of the Hood River Bridge.
- Additional regulations:
November 1 – December 31: Retention of Chinook, coho, and hatchery steelhead allowed. Only hatchery coho may be retained downstream of the Hood River bridge. The daily adult bag limit is two salmon/steelhead, but only one may be a Chinook.
Sturgeon
Columbia River Mainstem and Reservoirs, Buoy 10 to McNary Dam
- The retention of sturgeon is prohibited for the remainder of 2024. Catch-and-release fishing is allowed.
2025 Regulation Changes:
The following regulations reflect changes or additions to the permanent regulations listed in the 2025 Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations. All other permanent regulations will remain in effect. Please see e-regulations.
Sturgeon
- Except as listed below, the retention of sturgeon is closed. Catch-and-release fishing is allowed.
- See 2025 Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations for legal size, daily and annual bag limits and sanctuary closure areas. Please see e-regulations.
- The annual statewide bag limit is two fish and is applicable to any/all 2025 retention fisheries.
2025 seasons above Bonneville Dam
Sturgeon retention will open Jan. 1, 2025 in the Bonneville, The Dalles and John Day pools. Note: Retention fisheries in Bonneville and The Dalles pools have been modified from permanent regulations as shown below.
BONNEVILLE POOL
- Season: Wednesdays and Saturdays only, from Jan. 1–29 (9 days total).
- Area: Mainstem Columbia River from Bonneville Dam to The Dalles Dam, and all adjacent tributaries.
- Legal size: 38-inch minimum and 54-inch maximum fork length (fork length is measured in a straight line from the tip of the nose to the fork in the caudal fin (tail) with the fish laying on its side on a flat surface, with the tape measure/ruler positioned flat under the fish).
- Bag limit: One fish daily.
THE DALLES POOL
- Season: Wednesdays and Saturdays only, from Jan. 1–29 (9 days total).
- Area: Mainstem Columbia River from The Dalles Dam to John Day Dam, and all adjacent tributaries.
- Legal size: 43-inch minimum and 54-inch maximum fork length (fork length is measured in a straight line from the tip of the nose to the fork in the caudal fin (tail) with the fish laying on its side on a flat surface, with the tape measure/ruler positioned flat under the fish).
- Bag limit: One fish daily.
JOHN DAY POOL
- Season: Opens Monday, Jan. 1, seven days a week until quota.
- Area: Mainstem Columbia River from John Day Dam to McNary Dam, and all adjacent tributaries.
- Legal size: 43-inch minimum and 54-inch maximum fork length (fork length is measured in a straight line from the tip of the nose to the fork in the caudal fin (tail) with the fish laying on its side on a flat surface, with the tape measure/ruler positioned flat under the fish.
- Bag limit: One fish daily.
COLUMBIA RIVER COMPACT ACTION NOTICES
COLUMBIA RIVER MANAGEMENT FACT SHEETS
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Marine Zone
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Regulation updates as of August 23, 2024
These are in-season regulation changes adopted on a temporary or emergency basis or adopted after the regulation book was printed. Please see e-regulations for permanent regulations.
Recreational Fixed-Gear Fishing Fleet Advisory (pdf) (posted August 23, 2024)
OCEAN SALMON
See the Oregon ocean salmon sport regulations page
PACIFIC HALIBUT
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2024 Pacific halibut regulations map (pdf)
SPORT BOTTOMFISH
See the sport bottomfish seasons page
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Reminders
Yelloweye and quillback rockfish are prohibited at all times and in all waters.
Every vessel fishing for or possessing bottomfish, Pacific halibut, or flatfish in the ocean must have a functional descending device on board, regardless of depth. The device must be used to release any rockfish outside of 30 fathoms.
For more information contact your local ODFW office:
Marine Resources Program Main Office (541) 867-4741
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