Woodland Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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David Mallahan
Toledo, Washington
Reported: 1 week ago

Fishing spring chinook in the Columbia River Gorge in Cowlitz River we've been putting multiple fish in the boat every day

David Mallahan Toledo, Washington Reported: 1 week ago

Fishing spring chinook in the Columbia River Gorge in Cowlitz River we've been putting multiple fish in the boat every day

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Aaron McCallum
Seattle, Washington
Reported: 1 week ago

I have 2 available dates for this fishery. May 5th and 12th. I expect them to book fast

Aaron McCallum Seattle, Washington Reported: 1 week ago

I have 2 available dates for this fishery. May 5th and 12th. I expect them to book fast

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Ken Klunder
Damascus, Oregon
Reported: 1 week ago

It was a good day on the river. We got this 14lb Up River Bright early in the day. It was a beautiful sunny day on the river and the clients were great to fish with.

Ken Klunder Damascus, Oregon Reported: 1 week ago

It was a good day on the river. We got this 14lb Up River Bright early in the day.

It was a beautiful sunny day on the river and the clients were great to fish with.

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Mike Sexton
Toledo, Washington
Reported: 1 week ago

Spring Chinook are showing in the Cowlitz and Lewis rivers, today we hooked three and Friday we hooked three. Things are shaping up!

Mike Sexton Toledo, Washington Reported: 1 week ago

Spring Chinook are showing in the Cowlitz and Lewis rivers, today we hooked three and Friday we hooked three. Things are shaping up!

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Ken Klunder
Damascus, Oregon
Reported: 2 weeks ago

Good morning guys! We had a really fun day on the Columbia River today. Released a really nice native Chinook and got our hatchery limit all before 8:30 this morning.

Ken Klunder Damascus, Oregon Reported: 2 weeks ago

Good morning guys! We had a really fun day on the Columbia River today. Released a really nice native Chinook and got our hatchery limit all before 8:30 this morning.

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David Mallahan
Toledo, Washington
Reported: 3 weeks ago

Just going to start a new season Columbia River spring Chinook fishing the best eating salmon on the planet. Here's a few pictures from last year season

David Mallahan Toledo, Washington Reported: 3 weeks ago

Just going to start a new season Columbia River spring Chinook fishing the best eating salmon on the planet. Here's a few pictures from last year season

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David Mallahan
Toledo, Washington
Reported: 1 month ago

Great Fishing lately temperatures are warming up and a little fresh rain helps things out

David Mallahan Toledo, Washington Reported: 1 month ago

Great Fishing lately temperatures are warming up and a little fresh rain helps things out

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Caleb Runyan
Oregon City, Oregon
Reported: 1 month ago

Spring chinook have started to show up in the local rivers around Portland. Targeting them with trolling tactics has begun to work well. A herring behind a flasher works well. Fishing will continue to improve for these amazing fish over the next few weeks and coming months.

Caleb Runyan Oregon City, Oregon Reported: 1 month ago

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★★★★★
Ken is amazing! He got us on fish and we had a great time! Ken knows how to fish the Columbia and the Willamette. I will definitely be chartering with him again! He taught my son how to filet the fish we caught and my son loved it! My son had the best 18th birthday!
Elizabeth V. | April 23, 2026

Trip: Willamette River Fishing
★★★★★
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

Trip: Sturgeon Fishing
★★★★★
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

Trip: Willamette River Fishing
★★★★★
Great day! Thanks Caleb!
Brittany L. | August 2, 2025

Trip: Portland Salmon And Steelhead
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
We had the absolute best time! Caught a ton of sturgeon! Can’t wait to come back!
Randi C. | April 14, 2024

Trip: Sturgeon Fishing

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