Pacific City, OR Fishing Trip — December

Your Pacific City, OR Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 53°F / Low 45°F17.6" rain · 23 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in December

8 species
Dungeness CrabExcellent
Dungeness Crab
Crab Traps · Ring Nets
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
HalibutFair
Halibut
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
SteelheadFair
Steelhead
Various
RockfishLow
Rockfish
Various
Chinook SalmonLow
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
LingcodLow
Lingcod
Various
Coho SalmonLow
Coho Salmon
Various

December Weather in Pacific City

53°F
Avg High
45°F
Avg Low
17.6"
Rainfall
23
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

4 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 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.

Buy License Online — Oregon

Species Regulations

Dungeness Crab
Season:Varies by zone; typically open December 1 - August 14 for ocean waters north of Cape Falcon, and December 1 - July 31 for ocean waters south of Cape Falcon. Check specific regulations.
Bag Limit:12 male crabs per day
Size Limit:5 3/4 inches minimum carapace width

Only male Dungeness crabs may be retained. Check the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife website for specific zone regulations and any temporary closures.

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.

Halibut
Season:Varies by zone and year
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Halibut seasons are managed by quotas and can change frequently. Check the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife website for the most up-to-date regulations.

Steelhead
Season:Varies by zone and river; check specific regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by zone and river; check specific regulations
Size Limit:Varies by zone and river; check specific regulations

Regulations for steelhead fishing in Oregon are complex and vary significantly depending on the specific river or zone. Consult the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife for detailed information.

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