Columbia River fishing guides out of Portland, Oregon, have lots of opportunities to guide clients on great fishing trips. Salmon, sturgeon, and walleye are just a few of the species that can be caught on the Columbia River.
Columbia River Salmon
The Columbia River offers salmon in the spring, summer and fall.
In my opinion, spring chinook salmon is the best-eating fish the Columbia River has to offer. I think it’s a great perk of living in Portland, Oregon.
The Columbia River offers salmon fishing in the spring, summer, and fall. Many guides start salmon fishing in mid-March for spring salmon. We will be fishing in the Portland area, right by the PDX airport.
Columbia River Walleye
As a fishing guide on the Columbia River,walleye is one of my favorite fish to catch. My favorite spot to fish for them is in Rufus, Oregon, which is about an hour east of Portland.
Fishing for walleye is a year-round fishery. As a Columbia River fishing guide, I like to target walleye on the upper Columbia Where the river is usually warmer and generally has more action.
Columbia River Sturgeon
The Columbia also has a large population of sturgeon to offer. These sturgeons can range anywhere from 2 to 10 feet long.
Sturgeon fishing is also offered year-round in the Portland area.
Sturgeon is one of my favorite fish to catch. White sturgeon can be up to 10 feet long. I offer catch-and-release monster sturgeon trips on the Columbia River near The Dalles, Oregon. In January, there is a small slot limit that allows you to harvest sturgeon on the Columbia River.
2024 Catch and keep sturgeon on the Columbia River is currently closed. You may continue to catch and release.
When allowed to harvest sturgeon, they have size limits that are too small and too big. Make sure you check with ODFW before you fish on the Columbia River for current rules.
The Columbia River also offers panfish like bass, perch, and crappie.
As a Columbia River fishing guide, Marvin of Marvin’s Guide Service offers all bait and tackle included in your guided fishing trip. Book your days now and let Marvin hook you up with salmon, sturgeon, or walleye fishing.
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Columbia River Chinook Salmon
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