Spearfishing for smallmouth bass allowed in Coquille River June 1-Oct. 31.

Angling prohibited June 1-Sept. 30 at mouth of all Umpqua River tributaries from Scottsburg Bridge to River Forks boat ramp.

Effective June 1 through June 15, angling for and retention of all salmon and steelhead is prohibited in the mainstem Columbia River.

Razor clamming reopens from north jetty Siuslaw River to Seal Rock;

Fishing
 

Species

Oregon boasts dozens of species of game fish. Trout is the most popular target for anglers, but the state also has iconic salmon and steelhead runs, world-class smallmouth bass fisheries and marine opportunities for both shore and boat anglers.

Additional Resources

ODFW collects salmon and steelhead harvest statistics from rivers and streams throughout the state. This data can help you pinpoint productive fisheries.

The number of fish passing over dams can be a good indicator of how many fish are in the river and how the run is progressing.

One of our favorite web resources for tying the most common fishing knots.