Coos Bay, OR Fishing Trip — August

Your Coos Bay, OR Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 70°F / Low 55°F0.3" rain · 2 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in August

8 species
LingcodGood
Lingcod
Various
RockfishGood
Rockfish
Various
Chinook SalmonGood
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various
HalibutGood
Halibut
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
SteelheadFair
Steelhead
Various
Dungeness CrabLow
Dungeness Crab
Crab Traps · Ring Nets

August Weather in Coos Bay

70°F
Avg High
55°F
Avg Low
0.3"
Rainfall
2
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

1 in Coos Bay + 17 Nearby

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$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 inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

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

Lingcod
Season:May 16 - December 31
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:22-inch minimum

Check specific Marine Zone regulations for closures. Retention is prohibited at certain times and in certain areas.

Rockfish
Season:Year-round, check exceptions by zone
Bag Limit:5 per day (in aggregate with other groundfish)
Size Limit:No size limit, check exceptions by species

Many rockfish species exist, and regulations can vary by species and Marine Zone. Always consult the latest Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations.

Chinook Salmon

Regulations vary widely by zone, river, and time of year. Consult the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Sport Fishing Regulations for specific location details, as seasons, bag limits, and size limits change frequently.

Coho Salmon
Season:Varies by zone and river system; check specific regulations.
Bag Limit:Varies by zone and river system; check specific regulations.
Size Limit:Varies by zone and river system; check specific regulations.

Salmon fishing regulations in Oregon are complex and change frequently. Consult the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) regulations for the specific river or zone you plan to fish.

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