Fishing
Licensing Info
Fishing licenses are valid from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31. You can buy next year's license on Dec. 1 to plan ahead. If you have questions, please call ODFW licensing staff at 503-947-6101.
Check current Sport Fishing Regulations for details on licenses, tags, permits and validations. *(Use of AI is unreliable and may contain inaccurate data concerning rules and regulations).
Additional Resources
Check salmon/steelhead harvest statistics
ODFW collects salmon and steelhead harvest statistics from rivers and streams throughout the state. This data can help you pinpoint productive fisheries.
Fish Counts at Major Dams and Fish Traps
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.
Trip check Oregon river water levels
Plan your next fishing adventure. Check out the current river levels and weather for rivers throughout Oregon.
Check out the Latest Recreation Report
Current conditions and opportunities to fish, hunt and see wildlife. Updated weekly by fish and wildlife biologists throughout the state.