The Willamette River in Portland, Oregon is home to some of the best sturgeon fishing in the Pacific Northwest. As a strictly catch and release fishery, anglers can enjoy reeling in these magnificent creatures year-round. Winter sturgeon fishing is a prime time, especially around December and January near Swan Island. The Oregon City area, just below the falls, is A. Hotspot Use fresh bait like smelt, squid and sand shrimp for the best results. With sturgeons ranging from two to 10 feet, the thrill is unmatched, so gear up and experience the excitement of sturgeon fishing on the Willamette.
wit over 25 years of experience Sturgeon Fishing the Willamette River I’ve mastered the art of landing these river giants the early months of the year. Bringing abundance of sturgeon along with the arrival of spring salmon march through June offers an ideal opportunity for a combo fishing trip targeting both species. Let’s make your sturgeon fishing adventure on the Willamette unforgettable.
Boat Ramps to use on the Willamette River
A good boat ramp to use is cathedral park Located under the St. Johns Bridge, this is a free park.
Willamette Park boat ramp in the Oregon City area
Sturgeon and salmon Willamette River
Around the middle of March, the Willamette River generally will have plenty of sturgeon, and the spring salmon will start showing up. March, April, May, and June are great opportunities to do a half-day salmon and a half-day sturgeon fishing trip on the Willamette.
I’m happy to talk to you about sturgeon and salmon fishing on the Willamette River. Please call Marvin’s guide service at 503-314-5087 to book your trip.
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