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Salem, OR Fishing Trip — October

Your Salem, OR Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 61°F / Low 45°F4.7" rain · 15 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

8 species
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CatfishGood
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing

October Weather in Salem

61°F
Avg High
45°F
Avg Low
4.7"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days

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

1 in Salem + 34 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's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

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

Crappie

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

Smallmouth 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 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

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.

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.

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.

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

Check for specific regulations on certain waterbodies.

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