The fishing season in Oregon is heating up, and Hookin’ It Up Guide Service is your trusted Portland fishing guide for the best angling adventures across the region. From Columbia River Salmon to Tillamook Bay Sturgeon, we’ve mapped out the hottest spots and fish runs month-by-month, so you don’t miss a bite.
Whether you’re looking for Portland fishing charters or hoping to battle Steelhead on the fly, 2025 promises unforgettable action.
May 2025 – Halibut, Trout, and Spring Chinook in Full Swing
As the weather warms, saltwater fishing in Oregon kicks into gear.
- All-depth Halibut season usually opens in May, offering a thrilling offshore experience.
- Ocean Salmon may be available, depending on the regulations.
- Tillamook Bay and the Willamette River system light up with Spring Chinook.
- Trout are still active, especially during the salmonfly hatch on the Deschutes River.
- Bass and the first summer Steelhead start showing signs across Oregon’s lakes and rivers.
📍 Top May Fishing Locations:
- Willamette River (Spring Chinook)
- Columbia River (Steelhead)
- Deschutes River (Redside Trout)
- Tillamook Bay (Chinook, Bass)
- Lake Merwin & Yale Lake (Bass, Kokanee)
June 2025 – Summer Steelhead and Hungry Walleye Arrive
June marks the rise of summer Steelhead runs, and with calmer weather, access to deeper waters becomes easier.
- Columbia River Salmon begin their runs.
- Redband Trout are active in the Deschutes River.
- Walleye bite fiercely around the Dalles Pool.
- Ocean bottom fishing continues to deliver action when Salmon is closed.
📍 Top June Fishing Locations:
- Columbia River (Steelhead, Chinook, Walleye)
- Grande Ronde, Snake, John Day Rivers (Steelhead)
- The Dalles Pool (Walleye)
July 2025 – Peak Season for Portland Fishing Charters
July is when Oregon fishing reaches its peak, with action both offshore and inland.
- The Rock Pile off Newport becomes a Salmon hotspot.
- Tuna start appearing offshore later in the month.
- Steelhead and Chinook thrive in the Columbia River and Willamette tributaries.
- Bass seek deeper waters and structure as temperatures rise.
- Walleye fishing remains hot throughout the Columbia.
📍 Top July Fishing Locations:
- Columbia River (Chinook, Steelhead, Walleye)
- Willamette River above the Falls (Chinook)
- Nehalem Bay (Salmon)
- Yale Lake & Lake Merwin (Kokanee, Bass)
What Can You Catch with Our Portland Fishing Charters?
At Hookin’ It Up Guide Service, our Portland fishing charters offer targeted trips for:
✅ Salmon – Spring and Fall Chinook, Coho
✅ Steelhead – Winter and Summer runs
✅ Sturgeon – Catch and release in Columbia River
✅ Kokanee – Found in Yale Lake & Lake Merwin
✅ Walleye, Bass, Trout, and more!
🧭 We guide trips across the Columbia River, Tillamook Bay, Nehalem Bay, and inland fisheries throughout Oregon.
Book Your 2025 Trip With the Best Portland Fishing Guide
Ready to fish Oregon’s top waters with an experienced guide?
🎣 Let Hookin’ It Up Guide Service handle the gear, navigation, and local expertise—so you can focus on reeling in the big one.
👉 Book your charter today
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Why Choose Hookin’ It Up?
✔️ Local Knowledge Across Oregon Waters
✔️ Fully Equipped Boats
✔️ Family-Friendly Trips
✔️ Proven Record Catching Salmon, Sturgeon, Steelhead & More
✔️ Professional, Licensed, and Passionate Guide Service
