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Portland, OR Fishing Trip — December

Your Portland, OR Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 51°F / Low 42°F10.1" rain · 20 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in December

9 species
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Brown TroutFair
Brown Trout
Various
CatfishFair
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Rainbow TroutFair
Rainbow Trout
Various
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Smallmouth BassLow
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
WalleyeLow
Walleye
Various
White SturgeonLow
White Sturgeon
Various

December Weather in Portland

51°F
Avg High
42°F
Avg Low
10.1"
Rainfall
20
Rainy Days

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

8 Guides Matched

Hook'em Up Guide Service - Hook'em Up Guide Service
Hook'em Up Guide Service

Hook'em Up Guide Service

4.9(184)Top Rated

Hook'um Up Guide Service provides Portland's premier fishing guide services for salmon, steelhead trout, and great white sturgeon.

SalmonSpeckled TroutSteelhead
Portland, Oregon
Portland Oregon Fishing Guide - Hammond Guide Service - Portland Oregon Fishing Guide - Hammond Guide Service
Portland Oregon Fishing Guide - Hammond Guide Service

Portland Oregon Fishing Guide - Hammond Guide Service

4.9(124)Top Rated

Jason Hammond Fishing Guide Service is based out of Northwest Oregon. Jason is a second generation fishing guide, and he brings over 20 years experience fishing the waters from the Pacific Ocean to the Idaho border – targeting Salmon, Steelhead, Sturgeon, Walleye, Bass, Halibut, Ling Cod, Rock Fish and Crab. Salmon Fishing Trips | Portland Oregon Fishing Guide | Portland Fishing Charter

CodHalibutLargemouth Bass
Portland, Oregon
Marvin's Guide Service - Marvin's Guide Service
Marvin's Guide Service

Marvin's Guide Service

5(92)Top Rated

As seen on several TV shows, Oregon fishing guide Marvin Henkel takes you where the fish are, with guided trips for Salmon, Steelhead, Sturgeon, Walleye.

SalmonSteelheadWalleye
Portland, Oregon
Pastime Fishing Adventures - Pastime Fishing Adventures
Pastime Fishing Adventures

Pastime Fishing Adventures

5(28)Top Rated

Pastime fishing adventures offers the best Oregon fishing charters you can find. Our quality service put you and your friends on the fish.

Portland, Oregon
Double M Outdoors - Double M Outdoors
Double M Outdoors

Double M Outdoors

5(20)Top Rated
Portland, Oregon
Lance Fisher Fishing - Lance Fisher Fishing
Lance Fisher Fishing

Lance Fisher Fishing

5(20)Top Rated

Looking for an experienced fishing guide & charter service? My name is Lance Fisher and I've hosted thousands of guided fishing trips and fishing charters.

Portland, Oregon
In the ZONE Fishing LLC - In the ZONE Fishing LLC
In the ZONE Fishing LLC

In the ZONE Fishing LLC

5(13)Top Rated
Portland, Oregon
Franks Guide Service - Franks Guide Service
Franks Guide Service

Franks Guide Service

Portland, Oregon

Looking for great salmon fishing on the Columbia River? Frank Russum is one of the most experienced and successful salmon-fishing guides on the Columbia.

freshwaterSalmon
Portland, Oregon
$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's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 3

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Brown Trout

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Catfish

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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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

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.

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round, but check specific waterbody regulations
Bag Limit:5 per day, check specific waterbody regulations
Size Limit:8-inch minimum, check specific waterbody regulations

Many rivers and streams have specific regulations, including gear restrictions and seasonal closures. Check the Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations for details on your specific location.

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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