The Dalles, OR Fishing Trip — March

Your The Dalles, OR Fishing Trip

March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 57°F / Low 40°F4.1" rain · 15 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in March

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
WalleyeGood
Walleye
Various
Brown TroutGood
Brown Trout
Various
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

March Weather in The Dalles

57°F
Avg High
40°F
Avg Low
4.1"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days

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

2 in The Dalles + 9 Nearby

$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 / inshore Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • 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

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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