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Warmwater fishing on the south coast

The south coast area extends along the Oregon coast from Yachats south to the Oregon-California border. The area offers some of the most productive and scenic warmwater fishing in the state with excellent fishing for bass and panfish available in large waters such as Mercer Lake, Siltcoos Lake, and Tahkenitch Lake.

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Oregon marine shore fishing

With some simple, inexpensive gear and a little knowledge, anglers of all ages can enjoy a day of marine fishing.

angler in the ocean surf casting for surfperch

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Tips for e-tagging fish and game

The ODFW electronic licensing system makes it easy to tag your salmon, steelhead and halibut, as well as your deer and elk on your phone. Here are some tips for making it go smoothly.

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Where to find ODFW license agents/vendors

Hunters and anglers can still visit their local ODFW license agent to purchase and print licenses, tags and other documents. This list will be updated periodically.

Workshop and Events

Learn to Fish Ocean Surfperch - Newport

Date

Sept 23, 2023

Location

Ona Beach, Newport https://goo.gl/maps/ypPXJ7tnWidNqqZF8

Recreation Report

Fishing Report - Marine Zone

Nov. 27, 2024‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌ ‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌ If there’s not a photo, it didn’t happen Submit your fishing photo to ODFW and we might use it here or elsewhere on MyODFW.com. Announcements For the latest regulations, including in-season changes See the fishing regulations update page. Take a friend fishing: Free Fishing Days Nov. 29 – 30 The Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving are Free Fishing days in Oregon. You don't need a license to fish, crab or clam anywhere in Oregon – making it the perfect time to introduce a friend or family member to fishing. Saltwater News Bulletins Be among the first

September 05, 2017

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Catch-and-release: Tips to reduce fish mortality

In some Oregon state waters catch-and-release fishing is required in order to protect valuable fish resources. One way anglers can help maintain and restore native fish populations is to learn how to catch and release wild fish properly.

close up photo of a rainbow trout ready to be released

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Family fishing events, Free Fishing Weekend events

Family fishing events make it easy to take the family fishing.

Date

Mostly in May and June, sometimes fall.

Location

There are events throughout the state.

Several families fishing at a family fishing event

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Start crabbing

If you love Dungeness crab, you’ll love that you can harvest them yourself.

crabber holding up two nice Dungeness crab

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Kokanee fishing in Oregon

Kokanee are fun to catch, delicious to eat, and found in lakes and reservoirs throughout the state.

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Start clamming

Digging for razor and bay clams is fun, easy and tasty.

razor clammers in the surf at Ft Stevens State Park

Recreation Report

Fishing Report - Northeast Zone

Nov. 27, 2024‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌ If there’s not a photo, it didn’t happen Submit your fishing photo to ODFW and we might use it here or elsewhere on MyODFW.com. Best bets for weekend fishing Flows are on the rise in the John Day, prompting steelhead to begin moving upstream. Many Wallowa County ponds have been stocked with trout. Steelhead are being caught in both the Grande Ronde and Imnaha rivers. Trout fishing can be good year-round in the Wallowa River. Steelhead fishing has been really good on the lower Umatilla River. Trout stocking Stocking is scheduled to resume in March 2025 Check

September 05, 2017

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Minto Fish Facility Counts

The Minto Fish Facility is part of the Marion Forks/ Minto Fish Facility complex. Minto is located upstream of Packsaddle Park on the North Santiam River. The Minto facility has year round fish collection, acclimation for Chinook salmon and steelhead, a spawning facility, juvenile acclimation, short and long term holding of adult salmonids, water to water transfers for all fish, and out planting and fish recycling capabilities. Minto Dam creates an impassable barrier that encourages migrating fish into the facilities fish ladder. All fish moving upstream are counted, and disposition is determined depending on species and time of the year.

October 13, 2017

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65 places to go fishing in Lane County

Lane County offers so much to explore — from coastal lakes and rivers to mountain lakes and streams. The Willamette River runs through the Eugene-Springfield metro area and is fed by three major rivers: the McKenzie, Middle Fork Willamette and Coast Fork Willamette. Florence is surrounded by large dune lakes, the Siuslaw River and Pacific Ocean. With so many places to fish, it’s no wonder Lane County is an angler’s paradise. For current regulations, call your local ODFW office or check MyODFW.com.

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50 places to go fishing within 60 minutes of Medford

Let’s go fishing! not enough time? Think again. If you live in the Medford area, there are a number of places you can get to in less than an hour. Directions, mileage, and times are approximate.

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Fishing during blue-green algae (cyanobacterial) blooms

As temperatures heat up during spring and summer, be on the watch for harmful algae blooms when recreating in Oregon lakes, rivers and reservoirs. Here’s what anglers should know.

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Recreating during drought

As much of Oregon continues to experience years of on-going drought, hunters, anglers and wildlife viewers can expect the continued warm, dry conditions to impact their activities. This page includes tips to help you continue to enjoy the outdoors during drought conditions.

Chickahominy reservoir barely a puddle during 2022 drought

Recreation Report

Fishing Report - Snake Zone

Nov. 27, 2024‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌ If there’s not a photo, it didn’t happen Submit your fishing photo to ODFW and we might use it here or elsewhere on MyODFW.com. Best best for weekend fishing Trout fishing can be good in Hells Canyon and Oxbow Reservoirs during the cooler months. Steelhead fishing has been good downstream of Hells Canyon Dam. Announcements Take a friend fishing: Free Fishing Days Nov. 29 – 30 The Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving are Free Fishing days in Oregon. You don't need a license to fish, crab or clam anywhere in Oregon – making it the perfect time

September 05, 2017

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How to buy an Oregon fishing license

You can purchase an Oregon fishing license online or at an ODFW license vendor. Here are step-by-step directions for purchasing online.

image of an angler holding a 32-inch rainbow trout

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50 places to go fishing within 60 minutes of Portland

Let's go fishing! Not enough time? Think again. If you live in the greater Portland area, there are a number of places you can get to in less than an hour. Directions and times are approximate, mileage and generalized directions are from Pioneer Courthouse Square.