Fishing Report 10-16
Coho fishing has been good on the Sandy and Clackamas Rivers when they have been in shape. A variety of Southwest Washington and coastal rivers have also been fishing well. Twitching jigs for Coho and even Chinook has become a go-to technique for Northwest anglers, as shown by the #7 Aerojig Twitcher pictured here. Check out our large selection of Twitching Jigs at Fisherman’s!
Fishing report 10-16
Fall Chinook fishing on the Columbia River has remained good with anglers finding success throughout the Columbia Gorge. In the lower river folks are still trolling 360 flashers with spinners or Brad’s Super Baits. In the middle river, fishermen are trolling and hover fishing. This is where people start to really focus on individual tributaries and spending their time at the mouths where they enter the Columbia. Look for this fishery to continue for a couple more weeks and even longer once Coho show up in bigger numbers.
Tillamook and Nehalem Bay have both been producing Chinook. The grade of fish this year has been impressive, with many coastal anglers saying they are seeing fish larger than they have in many years. Trolling is the most popular choice here. Herring trolled with triangle flashers, and 360 flashers with spinners or Spin Fish have been producing. Make sure you are keeping your gear clear of weeds as these fisheries can sometimes be full of frustrating debris. Pay attention to the tides as these fisheries are very dependent on tide swings.
The majority of tributaries up and down the coast should start seeing Fall Chinook enter them as they start to drop from last weekend's downpour. Fish are caught back trolling Kwikfish or Mag Lips, backbouncing eggs and shrimp, or bobber fishing eggs and shrimp. Coastal rivers usually fish best for salmon after they drop and clear following rain events.
Catch and release Sturgeon fishing has been good for anglers looking to have a relaxing, yet fun-filled day on the water. With cool mornings and warm afternoons, fall Sturgeon fishing can be a blast! Herring, squid, sand shrimp or anchovies have all been working well.
Crabbing has been killer along the coast! Folks are reporting large keepers in virtually every pot they pull.
Razor Clamming at Long Beach was extremely good serval weeks ago and WDFW has announced several more evening digs starting the evening of October 16th.
Tributary Coho fishing in the Willamette Valley, as well as Southwest Washington, has been pretty good. The Coho are still coming in and there will be some that have been in the river system for a few weeks. Twitching jigs, bobbers and eggs, side drifting eggs, spinners and spoons have all been working.
Trout fishing has been good and ODFW will continue to plant fish throughout the fall as anglers still want to get out and chase fish locally. Bait is always a go-to. Spinners, spoons, trolled plugs and flies all have their place as well. Bring along a few different techniques and you are sure to find success.
Always be sure to check local regulations at ODFW and WDFW before heading out. Find reports and two most widely used baits, information on the Fisherman's Community page.
