Oregon Fishing

Oregon Fishing- A guide to news, reports and information for Salmon, steelhead and sturgeon fishing for Oregon rivers and ocean.

Buoy 10 Salmon Fishing Continues

Sep 7

Lance and a happy customer showing off their native Chinook salmon caught at the Buoy 10 fishery.

Buoy 10 Update August 7th, 2023 – Chinook retention reopens tomorrow, September 8th, at the Buoy 10 fishery, and it’s not just open. It’s wide open! For the rest of the Buoy 10 season on the Columbia River, we can retain both hatchery and native Chinook as well as hatchery Coho salmon. We currently have […]

Astoria Fishing Happening Now

Aug 27

Happy lady holding her Buoy 10 Chinook salmon in Astoria.

What do you want to fish for? Right now, our Astoria location is offering fishing for everyone. The ocean is open for all Chinook and Coho salmon. The Columbia River is open for retention of all Chinook and hatchery Coho. Plus we have tuna, lingcod, rockfish, and crabbing. Yes, it’s a smorgasbord of fishing, and […]

Final Countdown to Buoy 10 Fishing

Jul 20

Grandpa and granddaughters with Buoy 10 Salmon

It’s the final countdown to the Buoy 10 Salmon Season on the Columbia River, and we can’t wait to see what the 2023 season has in store for us. We’ve been looking forward to this popular fishery for months, and the time is finally here! The river opens for fall salmon fishing on Monday, August […]

Astoria Sturgeon Fishing – Tarpon of the Northwest

Jul 17

A nice big sturgeon from the Astoria estuary on the Columbia River

*July 2023 Update* Now through the first week of August may see some of the most action-packed days of sturgeon fishing of the year. We have three more weeks of Trophy Sturgeon fishing on the Columbia River in Astoria before we switch completely over to fall salmon fishing at Buoy 10. Over the weekend we […]

Oregon Ocean Salmon Seasons

Jul 13

Salmon limits for everyone with ocean fishing out of Astoria

Northern Oregon Coast Salmon Fishing The Pacific Ocean off the Northern Oregon Coast provides a variety of salmon options from May through October. Whether you prefer Chinook, Coho, or are just looking for a fun day on the ocean, there are options to choose from. We’ll be offering guided fishing trips for both spring and […]

Astoria Ocean Salmon Season Opener

Jun 28

Fishing guide, Lance Fisher, and 2 happy men holding their chinook salmon.

Astoria Ocean Salmon Fishing We took Legion’s Mercy out for the opening weekend of the 2023 Astoria ocean salmon season and had a blast! Everyone had their chinook in the ice box by 7:30 am and then we went hunting for coho. We’re expecting to have some pretty incredible fishing through July and then we […]

Astoria Summer Extravaganza

Jun 15

Trophy sturgeon in the shallows of the Columbia River in Astoria

Astoria is the hotspot for fishing each summer. Its unique location overlooking where the river meets the sea allow us to partake in a variety of fishing opportunities from June through September. Whether you’re interested in salmon, sturgeon, bottom fish, or crab, there’s a fishery to fit your needs. Columbia River Summer Salmon The lower […]

Newport Ocean Halibut Fishing

Jun 6

Update: 2 Halibut Daily Limit Begins June 12th That’s right! It’s normally a 1 halibut daily bag limit, but beginning on June 12th, that will bump up to a 2 fish limit. We don’t guarantee limits, but we always do our best to put our customers on fish. 2023 Newport Halibut Fishing Right now we’re […]

Free Fishing Weekend

Jun 2

Happy 3rd grader giving a thumbs up while his dad holds a sturgeon that probably weighs more than he does.

Check out this photo from an awesome father/son trip where some of the sturgeon outweighed the boys. Plus they got in on some Portland Springer action as well. Free Fishing Weekend: June 3rd and 4th June 3rd and 4th are free fishing days in Oregon for 2023. No licenses or tags required, even for salmon, […]

2023 Columbia River Summer and Fall Salmon Seasons Set

May 5

Beautiful Chinook Salmon at Buoy 10 on the Columbia RIver.

The 2023 Columbia River Summer/Fall Salmon and Steelhead seasons have been set. This is a joint effort with WDFW and takes some coordination each year. Increased numbers on this year’s fall salmon forecast are giving us a summer salmon season, a longer fall salmon season throughout the Columbia River, and a 3 fish bag limit […]

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Thanks for the incredible trip today Lance!! My best springer trip ever, and you made memories for my crew that will last forever. Thanks again my man!

Allen M.

Man oh man….by far the best salmon I’ve ever had. It was also the first time in my life that I caught something and ate it. Thanks for taking us out on the river and showing us a good time….we’ll be doing it again for sure!

Eric B.- Mainz Brady Group

Lance, thank you for another wonderful day fishing. Again, thanks for the wonderful service you’ve provided each and every time we’ve fished with you.

Michael F.

I had an absolute blast fishing with you and the guys earlier this week…..I was so impressed with your knowledge and ability to put us on the fish! Thanks again, and looking forward to fishing with you down the road!

Tony V.- Convergint Technologies

Thanks again for taking us out today. It was really fun watching the old guys forget about their aches and pains for a while. All three of them are ready to go again on a moments notice.

Don G.

Lance, we had a blast. Thanks for taking us, you are not only a great guide, you are a fun guy to be around. Until next time, keep up the good work!

Bill B.

Thank you so much for an awesome time today! Both you and your other two guides were very professional, knowledgeable and hard workers. I will definitely recommend you! The weather was unbelievable as well. All in all, a perfect day.

Craig M.- RedBuilt

Just had a fabulous salmon for dinner thanks to my friend Lance Fisher. Thanks again for the great trip with my family. We always appreciate your kindness and generosity. You’re a very good guide but have also become a good friend to my clan. Looking forward to our next trip.

Michael I.

Thank you for an awesome trip last week. We had a blast and would love to be on one of your trips in the future. We’ll definitely be in touch. It was great hanging out with you as we caught Chinook after Chinook. Thank you for making this such a wonderful trip.

Dave W.

Thanks again for a good day on the river. Our customers had a good time and appreciated your dedication and hard work. It was very nice to all come back with some nice fish in less than 2 hours.

Paul H.- Hollabaugh Brothers

Thanks for taking us out and showing me the ropes on how to fish today. I have only tried fishing on the banks of lakes before. Had a blast; who wouldn’t when you can land three Salmon on your rookie trip?!

Mahendra R.

Thanks again for this weekends time on the water. I always enjoy fishing with you – it had been too long - and this trip will be one I will not forget. Glad to be back in the boat with you and already looking forward to another trip.

Jason H.