Plan a Fishing Trip to Astoria, OR

6 guidesBest months: May, June, July, April

What's Biting in Astoria Right Now

Striped Bass
Excellentboth
Trolling, Casting, Live Bait Fishing
Steelhead
ExcellentVarious
Halibut
Goodsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Drift Fishing
Coho Salmon
GoodVarious
Rockfish
GoodVarious
Dungeness Crab
Goodsaltwater
Crab Traps, Ring Nets, Hand Lines
Lingcod
GoodVarious
White Sturgeon
GoodVarious
Chinook Salmon
Goodboth
Trolling, Fly Fishing, Drift Fishing
Dolly Varden
GoodVarious
Sockeye Salmon
FairVarious
Pink Salmon
FairVarious
Green Sturgeon
FairVarious
Chum Salmon
FairVarious

What to Bring

Check with Astoria guides about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

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Prepare for Your Trip

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Things to Do in Astoria

Activities for your non-fishing days

Oregon Fishing License

License: Angling License and Sturgeon Tag

Regulations vary widely by river and zone. Check the Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations for specific details on open seasons, bag limits, and size restrictions for the specific waterbody you intend to fish.