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2026 spring bear seed numbers 6051029 Take a look at what hunters can expect in 2026 for their specific hunt areas, details provided by wildlife biologists throughout the state. Purchase your controlled hunt tag

Surf fishing is one of Oregon’s most underutilized fisheries. There are hundreds of places to fish along Oregon’s sandy beaches, and there are plenty of fish within an easy cast from shore.

Young animals are rarely orphaned, so leave them where you find them. Chances are good mom is nearby, just waiting for you to leave before she returns to her baby. Leaving young wildlife where they are is the right thing to do, picking it up and taking it home is illegal. Living with wildlife

See the Oregon records for both coldwater and warmwater game fish. And, find the forms to submit if you think you've caught a new record!

We make it easy to take your family fishing – with free fishing events, recommended family-friendly fishing locations, and how-to's on everything from picking out gear to cooking your catch.

Starting in 2026, deer hunts in Eastern Oregon will be organized by Deer Hunt Areas instead of traditional Wildlife Management Units (WMUs). This transition is based on new research showing that deer move across multiple WMUs throughout the year, making old systems less effective for population monitoring and harvest management. Learn more below. Use this map to compare new Deer Herd Ranges vs Wildlife Management Units. Zoom in to see WMU boundaries which are in white. View the interactive map View Individual Hunt Areas 2026 Hunt Transition Guide