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The Dalles, OR Fishing Trip — April

Your The Dalles, OR Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 66°F / Low 43°F0.6" rain · 3 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

April Weather in The Dalles

66°F
Avg High
43°F
Avg Low
0.6"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days

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

2 in The Dalles + 9 Nearby

Columbia River Fishing Adventures - Columbia River Fishing Adventures
Columbia River Fishing Adventures

Columbia River Fishing Adventures

5(64)Top Rated

If your looking for one of the Top Columbia River Fishing Guides in Oregon, Welcome to Buddy Dupell's Columbia River Fishing Adventures. Book a trip now!

freshwater
Rufus, Oregon
RiverStone Adventures LLC - RiverStone Adventures LLC
RiverStone Adventures LLC

RiverStone Adventures LLC

5(27)Top Rated
Maupin, Oregon
Always Catchin Fishing Charters - Always Catchin Fishing Charters
Always Catchin Fishing Charters

Always Catchin Fishing Charters

4.9(30)Top Rated

Always Catchin' is a Columbia River fishing guides service providing Salmon Sturgeon and Walleye trips on the Columbia River

SalmonWalleye
Cascade Locks, Oregon
Hood River Adventures - Hood River Adventures
Hood River Adventures

Hood River Adventures

4.9(26)Top Rated
freshwater
Hood River, Oregon
Scottys Outdoor Adventures - Scottys Outdoor Adventures
Scottys Outdoor Adventures

Scottys Outdoor Adventures

5(13)Top Rated

Scotty's Outdoor Adventures is a local fishing guide business on the Columbia River. Learn more about us.

Rufus, Oregon
Fly By Nyte Guide Services - Alan Clark
Alan Clark

Fly By Nyte Guide Services

4.6(9)Top Rated
inshore
The Dalles, Oregon
Brian Silvey's Fly Fishing Guide Service - Brian Silvey's Fly Fishing Guide Service
Brian Silvey's Fly Fishing Guide Service

Brian Silvey's Fly Fishing Guide Service

5(5)Top Rated

Brian Silvey, experienced Oregon fly fishing guide with 40 years guiding on Deschutes River and Sandy River. Expert casting Instruction, Fly Tying, Rod Design.

Maupin, Oregon
Steelhead Outfitters - Steelhead Outfitters
Steelhead Outfitters

Steelhead Outfitters

5(4)Top Rated

Deschutes River Jet Boat Steelhead Spey Rod Guide Trips. Guided Driftboat and jet boat trips single day and multi day available. Sandy River Steelhead.

Steelhead
Hood River, Oregon
Andersons Outdoors - Andersons Outdoors
Andersons Outdoors

Andersons Outdoors

5(4)Top Rated

Salmon Camp - Andersons Outdoors | Alaska Salmon Camp

freshwaterSalmon
Welches, Oregon
Belozer's Whitewater Fishing - Belozer's Whitewater Fishing
Belozer's Whitewater Fishing

Belozer's Whitewater Fishing

5(2)Top Rated

Belozer's Whitewater Fishing is a family-owned business offering single and multi-day fly fishing trips on the Deschutes River near Maupin, Oregon. Join our skilled guides on one of our drift boat or jet boat trips, and fish for trout and steelhead on the beautiful Deschutes River!

Speckled TroutSteelhead
Maupin, Oregon
Bob Toman Guide Service - robin neeld
robin neeld

Bob Toman Guide Service

The Dalles, Oregon

inshore
The Dalles, Oregon

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Bug spray
Rain gear
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Find Hotels
The Dalles from ~$150/night
Rent a Car
Pickup in The Dalles

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in The Dalles

Activities for your non-fishing days

Boat Tours & Cruises
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Wildlife & Nature Tours
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What's Biting By Month

Peak

Largemouth Bass

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

Walleye

Various
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

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

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.

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.

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.

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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