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Matt Myers

Matt Myers
Portland, Oregon
Reported: 3 months ago

Fishing in Astoria Oregon on the ocean and lower Columbia River. River trophy sturgeon is on and the fishing is great. Lots of big fish. This is a ton of action and fish average 5' and close to a 100lbs. Catch and release Salmon is open in the ocean. Lots...
Matt Myers
Matt Myers Portland, Oregon Reported: 3 months ago
Fishing in Astoria Oregon on the ocean and lower Columbia River. River trophy sturgeon is on and the fishing is great. Lots of big fish. This is a ton of action and fish average 5' and close to a 100lbs. Catch and release Salmon is open in the ocean. Lots of fish showing up. Pic of nice chinook today. Both coho and chinook are available. It'll stay steady and just get better.
Fishing in Portland, Oregon
Fishing in Portland, Oregon
Fishing in Portland, Oregon
Fishing in Portland, Oregon
Fishing in Portland, Oregon
Fishing in Portland, Oregon
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Caleb Runyan

Caleb Runyan
Oregon City, Oregon
Reported: 8 months ago

Lots of fun left to be had winter steelhead fishing. With rain in the forecast, we should see a fresh push of fish. We also have some spring chinooks starting to show up in our rivers. So be sure to get out this spring for some of the best-tasting salmon...
Caleb Runyan
Caleb Runyan Oregon City, Oregon Reported: 8 months ago
Lots of fun left to be had winter steelhead fishing. With rain in the forecast, we should see a fresh push of fish. We also have some spring chinooks starting to show up in our rivers. So be sure to get out this spring for some of the best-tasting salmon on the planet.
Fishing in Portland, Oregon
Fishing in Portland, Oregon
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Caleb Runyan

Caleb Runyan
Oregon City, Oregon
Reported: 9 months ago

Have had some good steelhead fishing recently. Weather has been cold but the fish are still biting. The season is really just starting out we should see the best fishing in febuary and March. Most of the fishing we do is bobber fishing and it's very active and fun for...
Caleb Runyan
Caleb Runyan Oregon City, Oregon Reported: 9 months ago
Have had some good steelhead fishing recently. Weather has been cold but the fish are still biting. The season is really just starting out we should see the best fishing in febuary and March. Most of the fishing we do is bobber fishing and it's very active and fun for just about who enjoys a good day on the water.
Fishing in Portland, Oregon
Fishing in Portland, Oregon
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Caleb Runyan

Caleb Runyan
Oregon City, Oregon
Reported: 11 months ago

Our winter steelhead season has kicked off. Some fish are showing up and we are hoping for a good season.
Caleb Runyan
Caleb Runyan Oregon City, Oregon Reported: 11 months ago
Our winter steelhead season has kicked off. Some fish are showing up and we are hoping for a good season.
Fishing in Portland, Oregon
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Caleb Runyan

Caleb Runyan
Oregon City, Oregon
Reported: 1 year ago

Good fishing on the oregon coast out of Nehalem and manzanita Oregon as well as in the Portland Oregon area. Our fall chinook run is strong and the fish are beautiful. Mainly catching these fish trolling with flashers and lures.
Caleb Runyan
Caleb Runyan Oregon City, Oregon Reported: 1 year ago
Good fishing on the oregon coast out of Nehalem and manzanita Oregon as well as in the Portland Oregon area. Our fall chinook run is strong and the fish are beautiful. Mainly catching these fish trolling with flashers and lures.
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Jason Hammond
Portland, Oregon
Reported: 2 years ago

King salmon fishing in the Portland area is in full swing. Catches will satay consistent through June. Combination sturgeon/salmon trips are available as well.
Jason Hammond
Jason Hammond Portland, Oregon Reported: 2 years ago
King salmon fishing in the Portland area is in full swing. Catches will satay consistent through June. Combination sturgeon/salmon trips are available as well.
Sturgeon Fishing in Portland, Oregon, USA
Sturgeon Fishing in Portland, Oregon, USA
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  • ★★★★★
    This was our 2nd time using Wade. He is a wonderful guide and got us on the sturgeon. Our group had an amazing time and we can't wait to book our next trip with Captain Wade!

    Richard L. | November 16, 2025

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    My dad and I took an 8 hour guided trip on the Willamette. Ken is very knowledgeable, friendly, professional and prepared. His equipment is all impressive and well maintained, he carefully explained safety procedures, he also happily shared a lot of valuable information with us about future fishing endeavors. We caught a 20 inch “15 lb” silver salmon. We will definitely book another trip with him, likely for springers!

    Mattias O. | October 18, 2025

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    Excellent trip! Wade was very accommodating. Changed his schedule to fit the needs of the group. Very clear on communication prior to trip. During trip, Wade kept our safety, comfort, and enjoyment a priority. Very knowledgeable, great hang on the water. Would recommend to a friend, would repeat book.

    Steven N. | July 2, 2024

    Trip: Sturgeon Fishing

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    Randi C. | April 14, 2024

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