Forest Grove, OR Fishing Trip — August

Your Forest Grove, OR Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 84°F / Low 59°F0.6" rain · 3 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in August

Channel CatfishGood
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
WalleyeFair
Walleye
Various

August Weather in Forest Grove

84°F
Avg High
59°F
Avg Low
0.6"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

48 Guides Near Forest Grove

No guides are based in Forest Grove, but these guides operate 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 freshwater Fishing

  • 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.

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Species Regulations

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Check for specific regulations on certain waterbodies.

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.

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

Check for specific regulations on certain waterbodies.

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

Some waterbodies may have specific size or bag limits. Check the Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations for details on your specific location.

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