• Late Season Salmon on the Columbia - Finding Fall Fishing Opportunities Near Portland

  • Nov 10 2024
  • Length: 3 mins
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Late Season Salmon on the Columbia - Finding Fall Fishing Opportunities Near Portland

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  • As of November 10, 2024, the fishing scene on the Columbia River near Portland is wrapping up the fall season, but there are still some opportunities to catch some fish.

    ### Tides and Weather
    Today, the high tide is at 9:17 AM and the low tide at 3:04 PM, providing moderate tidal conditions which should be favorable for fishing. The weather is typical for this time of year in the Pacific Northwest, with partly cloudy skies and a mild temperature, possibly with some light rain.

    ### Sunrise and Sunset
    Sunrise is at 6:54 AM, and sunset is at 4:34 PM, giving you a good window to get out on the water.

    ### Fish Activity
    The fall salmon season is winding down, but there are still some fish to be caught. Yesterday, in the areas around Portland to Longview, there were 25 salmonid boats counted, with some success reported. In the Bonneville Pool, two Chinook, 71 coho, and three jack coho were kept, along with five Chinook and 12 coho released[4].

    ### Types of Fish Caught
    The primary catches are now coho salmon, with some Chinook still present. Coho must have a clipped fin to be kept below the Hood River Bridge. There are also reports of sturgeon being caught, although retention is currently closed[4][5].

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For coho and Chinook salmon, trolling slowly with herring close to the bottom is a good strategy. Using barbless hooks is mandatory on the Columbia River. For those targeting sturgeon, using smelt or anchovies can be effective, though it's currently catch-and-release only[1][5].

    ### Hot Spots
    - The area below Bonneville Dam has been very productive for both Chinook and coho salmon. Anglers have been having success here, especially in the early morning and late afternoon.
    - The Hood River area above the bridge is another hot spot, particularly for Chinook salmon and wild coho. This area has seen consistent catches in recent weeks[5].

    Overall, while the peak of the fall season has passed, there are still good opportunities to catch some quality fish on the Columbia River near Portland. Make sure to check the latest regulation updates before you head out.
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