Plan a Fishing Trip to Cornelius, OR

1 guideBest months: April, May, June, September

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What's Biting in Cornelius Right Now

Walleye

ExcellentVarious

Largemouth Bass

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Spinning, Baitcasting, Fly Fishing

Northern Pike

ExcellentVarious

Smallmouth Bass

Excellentfreshwater

Casting, Fly Fishing, Jigging

Crappie

Excellentfreshwater

Jigging, Live Bait Fishing, Casting

What's Biting By Month

Peak

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Top Fishing Guides in Cornelius

Schmidty's Guide Service

5(7)Top Rated

Oregon Fishing Guide , Guided salmon and Steelhead fishing on the WIlson River, Trask River, Kilches, Sandy River, Nehalem, and Tillamook Bay, Schmidtysguideservice.com

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Cornelius, Oregon

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For Your Target Species

Crawler Harness

Spinner harness rigs for trolling with live bait

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Walleye Crankbaits

Deep-diving crankbaits for trolling ledges and humps

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For the Season

Waterproof Backpack

Keeps electronics and gear dry in downpours and spray

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Anti-Fog Sunglasses Spray

Keep polarized lenses clear in humid and rainy conditions

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Trip Essentials

Fishing Pliers

Saltwater-resistant pliers with split ring tool and line cutter

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Waterproof Dry Bag

Roll-top bag for phone, wallet, and keys — keeps everything dry

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Things to Do in Cornelius

Activities for your non-fishing days

Kayaking & Paddleboarding

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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.