Bend, OR Fishing Trip — September

Your Bend, OR Fishing Trip

September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 76°F / Low 50°F2" rain · 7 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in September

18 species
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
CatfishGood
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
WalleyeGood
Walleye
Various
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Brown TroutGood
Brown Trout
Various
SteelheadGood
Steelhead
Various
Cutthroat TroutGood
Cutthroat Trout
Various
Brook TroutGood
Brook Trout
Various
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various
CiscoFair
Cisco
Various
SmeltFair
Smelt
Various
Mountain WhitefishFair
Mountain Whitefish
Various
Kokanee SalmonFair
Kokanee Salmon
Various
Atlantic SalmonFair
Atlantic Salmon
Various
Lake WhitefishFair
Lake Whitefish
Various
Sand SeatroutFair
Sand Seatrout
Various

September Weather in Bend

76°F
Avg High
50°F
Avg Low
2"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

8 Guides Matched

$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide 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 freshwater / fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray
  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Oregon Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$44
Non-Resident$110.50
Requirements

Required for ages 12+. Combined angling license covers all waters. Tags required for salmon/steelhead.

Buy License Online — Oregon

Species Regulations

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check the Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations for specific waterbody restrictions, as some areas may have different limits or be catch-and-release only.

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum, only one may exceed 31 inches

Some areas may have specific closures or restrictions; check local regulations before fishing.

Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check the Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations for specific water body exceptions.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No more than one over 15 inches

Check the Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations for specific waterbody exceptions and regulations.

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