Columbia River Portland Fishing Report Today

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Columbia River fishing report for March 19, 2025.

We're looking at a mixed bag today, folks. Tides are running high this morning, with the first high tide hitting around 4:43 AM at about 7.7 feet. We'll see a low tide of 0.8 feet around 10:24 AM, so plan your fishing accordingly. The sun's coming up at 7:15 AM and setting at 7:22 PM, giving us a decent chunk of daylight to work with.

Weather-wise, it's a typical Portland spring day - overcast with a chance of light rain. Temperatures are hovering in the mid-50s, so layer up and bring a rain jacket just in case.

Now, onto the good stuff - the fish! We're seeing a nice uptick in spring Chinook action, with several anglers reporting catches in the 15-20 pound range. Steelhead are still running strong, and a few lucky folks have even landed some early-season sturgeon.

For lures, I'm hearing great things about metallic blue and chartreuse spinners, especially in the 3.5 to 4-inch range. Kwikfish in the K15 and K16 sizes are also producing well, particularly in the brighter colors like flame chartreuse and metallic pink. If you're bait fishing, sand shrimp and cured eggs are your best bets right now.

Hot spots to check out include the waters around Sauvie Island, particularly near the Gilbert River mouth. The stretch between the I-5 and I-205 bridges has also been productive, especially on the incoming tide.

Remember, folks, the bite can be finicky this time of year, so patience is key. Keep your lines tight, and don't be afraid to switch up your presentation if you're not getting any action.

That's all for now, anglers. This is Artificial Lure, signing off and wishing you tight lines and bent rods. See you on the water!

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Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Columbia River fishing report for March 17, 2025.

We're looking at a partly cloudy day with highs around 60°F and light winds - pretty decent fishing weather if you ask me. Sunrise was at 7:23 AM and sunset will be at 7:25 PM, giving us a solid 12 hours of daylight to work with.

Tide-wise, we've got a high tide of 8.3 feet at 3:08 AM, followed by a low of 0.8 feet at 9:54 AM. Another high tide of 7.0 feet rolls in at 3:52 PM, with a final low of 2.2 feet at 9:41 PM. That afternoon incoming tide should provide some good action.

Spring Chinook are starting to show up in decent numbers, with anglers reporting catches of 1-2 fish per boat on good days. A few early summer steelhead have been spotted too. The walleye bite has been pretty hot lately, with some nice 5-8 pounders being pulled in.

For salmon, herring has been the ticket - try trolling with a cut-plug herring or whole herring behind a flasher. Spinners in red, chartreuse, or pink have also been producing. Walleye anglers are having luck with jigs tipped with nightcrawlers or soft plastics in darker colors.

A couple hot spots to check out: the waters around Sauvie Island have been producing some nice spring Chinook, and the stretch between Longview and Kalama has been good for walleye.

Remember, the river's still running cold, so fish will be holding in deeper water. Focus on depths of 20-40 feet and keep your presentations slow.

That's all for now, folks. Tight lines and good luck out there!

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Alright folks, here's your Columbia River fishing report for March 16, 2025.

We've got a high tide of 8.3 feet at 3:27 AM and a low of 0.7 feet at 9:42 AM. Another high tide of 7.4 feet rolls in at 3:54 PM, with a low of 1.5 feet at 9:36 PM. Sunrise is at 7:25 AM and sunset at 7:23 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to work with.

Weather's looking decent today - partly cloudy with highs around 60°F and light winds. River temp is sitting at a chilly 45°F, so the fish are still a bit sluggish.

Spring Chinook are starting to show up, but it's still early. A few lucky anglers have landed some nice ones in the 15-20 pound range near the mouth of the Willamette. Steelhead fishing has been fair, with most action happening in the Gorge area.

For lures, try using a Simon Cut Plug in chartreuse or silver/blue. Spinners like the High Class 3.5 in red/white have also been producing. If you're bait fishing, sand shrimp or cured eggs are your best bet.

Walleye fishing has been picking up, especially near the John Day Dam. Jig and nightcrawler combos or blade baits like the Silver Buddy are working well.

For some hot spots, try fishing the wing dams near Sauvie Island for spring Chinook or hit up the Multnomah Channel for some steelhead action. The waters around Bonneville Dam have also been productive for both salmon and steelhead.

Remember, it's still early in the season, so patience is key. Tight lines, and good luck out there!

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Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Columbia River fishing report for March 15, 2025.

The tides are looking good today, with a high of 8.23 feet at 3:04 AM and a low of 0.95 feet at 9:07 AM. Sunrise is at 7:27 AM and sunset at 7:21 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to work with.

Weather-wise, we're looking at partly cloudy skies with temps in the mid-50s. Not too shabby for mid-March!

Now for the good stuff - the fish are biting, folks! Spring Chinook are starting to show up, though it's still early. We're seeing some decent catches near the mouth of the Willamette and around Sauvie Island. A few lucky anglers have landed some nice 15-20 pounders.

Winter steelhead action is still going strong, especially in the tributaries. The Cowlitz and Lewis rivers have been producing well. Don't forget about those feisty smallmouth bass either - they're getting more active as the water warms up.

For bait, you can't go wrong with cured salmon roe for the springers. Sandshrimp and nightcrawlers are working well for steelhead. If you're targeting bass, try some soft plastics or small crankbaits.

Hot spots to check out: the Portland Harbor area near the I-5 bridge has been producing some nice catches. Also, give Multnomah Channel a shot - heard some good reports from there lately.

Remember, the spring Chinook season is open through April 6 below Bonneville Dam. You're allowed one hatchery Chinook per day, so make it count!

That's all for now, folks. Tight lines and see you on the water!

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Alright folks, it's Artificial Lure here with your Columbia River fishing report for March 14, 2025. Let's dive right in.

Tide-wise, we've got a high tide of 7.63 feet at 1:35 AM and a low of 2.16 feet at 7:08 AM, with another high of 8.06 feet at 1:13 PM. The spring Chinook run is starting to pick up, and anglers are reporting some decent catches, especially around Warrior Rock and the Portland Harbor.

Weather's looking decent today, with partly cloudy skies and a high of 58°F. Sunrise is at 7:24 AM, and sunset's at 7:16 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to work with.

Fish activity has been steadily increasing. We're seeing more spring Chinook moving up the river, with a few lucky anglers landing some nice 15 to 20-pounders. Steelhead action is still holding steady, and there's been a surprising uptick in walleye catches near the islands.

For you lure enthusiasts out there, Kwikfish in metallic blue or chartreuse have been producing well for Chinook. Don't forget your spinner game either - a #5 Mepps in fire tiger or copper has been turning some heads. If you're after those walleye, try a 3-inch curly tail grub in chartreuse on a 1/4-ounce jighead.

Bait fishermen, herring is still king for Chinook. Cured eggs are working well too, especially if you're targeting steelhead. For walleye, nightcrawlers on a bottom walker rig have been the ticket.

Hot spots to check out: The stretch between the I-5 Bridge and Warrior Rock has been consistently productive. Also, don't overlook the waters around Sauvie Island - there's been some good action on the upstream end.

Remember, folks, the bite can change quick, so stay flexible and don't be afraid to switch up your tactics. Tight lines, and I'll catch you on the next report!

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Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Columbia River fishing report for March 12, 2025.

We're looking at a partly cloudy day with highs around 55°F and light winds. Sunrise is at 7:28 AM and sunset at 7:17 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to wet our lines. Tide-wise, we've got a high tide of 7.63 feet at 1:35 AM and a low of 2.16 feet at 7:08 AM, with another high of 8.06 feet at 1:13 PM.

The spring Chinook run is starting to heat up, folks! Anglers have been having decent luck below Bonneville Dam, with some nice catches reported near Davis Bar and the Longview area. We're seeing a mix of Chinook and some early coho, with quite a few jacks in the mix too.

For you springer chasers, cured salmon eggs and sand shrimp are your go-to baits. If you're more of a lure slinger like myself, try trolling with Brad's Super Bait Cut Plugs or spinners in bright colors like chartreuse or hot pink. Don't forget to add some scent!

Walleye fishing has been picking up too, especially in the John Day Pool. Jigs tipped with nightcrawlers or soft plastics in motor oil or chartreuse have been producing well.

For you bass heads, the smallmouth bite is starting to wake up. Try working rocky points and drop-offs with jigs or drop-shot rigs. The Keitech FAT Swing Impact in smallmouth magic color is always a solid choice.

Hot spots to check out: The stretch from Warrior Rock to Rainier has been consistently productive for salmon. For walleye, try the area around the mouth of the Umatilla River. Bass anglers should give the Multnomah Channel a shot.

Remember, the season's just getting started, so stay patient and keep at it. Tight lines, everyone!

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Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Columbia River fishing report for March 11, 2025.

First off, let's talk tides. We've got a high tide at 11:30 AM hitting 7.43 feet, followed by a low tide at 6:07 PM dropping to -0.07 feet. Sunrise was at 7:36 AM, and we'll see sunset at 7:17 PM. Weather-wise, it's a typical Portland spring day - overcast with a chance of light rain, temps in the mid-50s.

Now, onto the good stuff. The spring Chinook run is starting to pick up, with some nice catches reported near the I-5 Bridge and around Hayden Island. A few early birds have been landing some beauties in the 15-20 pound range. Steelhead action is still decent, especially up near Bonneville Dam.

For you bass enthusiasts, smallmouth fishing has been heating up as the water warms. Folks have been having luck with soft plastics and crankbaits along the rocky shorelines near Sauvie Island and downriver towards St. Helens.

Bait-wise, cured salmon eggs and sand shrimp are your best bets for salmon and steelhead. For smallmouth, try nightcrawlers or soft plastic grubs in pumpkin or motor oil colors.

As for lures, I've been hearing good things about Brad's Super Bait Cut Plugs for the springers. Kwikfish wrapped with sardine fillets are also producing. For steelhead, don't forget your trusty spinners - blue and chrome have been hot lately.

Hot spots to check out: the Portland Harbor area near the Willamette confluence has been producing some nice catches. Also, try the deep holes around Warrior Rock if you're after those big springers.

Remember, folks, the bite can change day to day, so don't be afraid to switch it up if something's not working. Tight lines, and I'll catch you on the river!

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Hello there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure, your go-to expert for all things fishing in and around the Columbia River, particularly in the Portland area. Today, February 12, 2025, promises to be an exciting day on the water, so let's dive into the details.

First off, let's check the tidal report. According to the tide charts, today we have a high tide at 2:02 PM with a height of 6.94 feet, and a low tide at 8:43 AM with a height of 1.65 feet. These tides can significantly impact fish activity, especially for species like sturgeon and salmon that often move with the changing water levels[2].

The weather is looking relatively calm, with partly cloudy skies and temperatures in the mid-40s to low 50s. This is ideal for a day on the river, as the fish tend to be more active in these conditions.

Sunrise was at 7:20 AM, and sunset will be at 5:35 PM, giving us a good window of daylight to get out there and catch some fish.

Recently, the fishing in the Columbia River has been quite good. For salmon, the Hood River area has been particularly productive, with both Chinook and coho salmon being caught in decent numbers. In fact, just last month, anglers were reporting excellent fishing below Bonneville Dam, with many catching their limits early in the day[1].

For those targeting sturgeon, the Columbia River Gorge has been a hot spot, although the keeper season was closed after just one day on New Year’s Day due to high catch rates. However, catch-and-release trips are still available and can be very action-packed[1].

If you're after walleye, the Rufus and Boardman areas have been yielding healthy numbers. Trolling and then switching to jigging once you locate a school has been the successful strategy here[1].

Now, let's talk about the best lures and bait to use. For spring Chinook salmon, which are starting to make their appearance, brined herring and Brad’s Super Bait Cut Plug are top choices. Trolling these baits or using sardine-wrapped Kwikfish when at anchor can be very effective[3].

For sturgeon, using bait like nightcrawlers, anchovies, or even squid can be very productive. These baits work well in the colder, murkier waters of the Columbia River, especially during the changing tides[4].

For walleye, jigging with lures that mimic baitfish or using live bait like minnows and leeches can be highly effective. The key is to find the right structure and then switch to jigging once you've located a productive school[1].

Hot spots to consider today include the Hood River area for salmon, the Columbia River Gorge for sturgeon, and the Rufus and Boardman areas for walleye. If you're closer to Portland, the area around the Gleeson Boat Ramp toward the Interstate 205 bridge has also seen some good action for salmon[1].

In summary, today looks like a great day to get out on the Columbia River. With the right tides, weather, and bait, you're set for a productive and enjoyable fishing trip. Remember to check local regulations and always practic

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Hello there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure, your go-to expert for all things fishing in and around the Columbia River, particularly in the Portland area. Today, February 10, 2025, promises to be an exciting day on the water, so let's dive into the details.

First off, let's talk about the tides. According to the tide forecast, today we have a low tide at 4:28 AM with a height of 3.68 feet, followed by a high tide at 10:37 AM reaching 8.23 feet. The next low tide is at 5:35 PM with a height of -0.46 feet, and the final high tide of the day is not until late evening, at 11:38 PM, with a height of 6.67 feet[2].

The weather is looking relatively calm, with a gentle breeze and partly cloudy skies, making it an ideal day to be out on the water. Sunrise is at 7:26 AM, and sunset is at 5:35 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to catch some fish.

Recently, the fishing on the Columbia River has been quite active. For those targeting walleye, the Rufus and Boardman areas have been hot spots. We've been getting into healthy numbers of walleye by trolling in likely holding areas and then switching to jigging once we locate a productive school. Using minnow divers and deeper diving baits like Deep Diving Bandits, Flicker Minnows, and Reef Runners 800 have been highly effective[1][3].

Sturgeon fishing, although currently closed for keepers after a brief opening in January, is still an option for catch-and-release trips. The Columbia River Gorge, particularly around the Bonneville and The Dalles pools, is known for its massive sturgeon, and summer months will see these giants active again[1].

Salmon fishing has been good in the Hood River area, with both Chinook and coho salmon still present in the river. However, the salmonid creel program has ended for the year and will resume in February 2025, so we're looking forward to the new season[4].

For today, if you're after walleye, focus on the deeper sections of the river using lead core line or inline trolling weights to get your bait to the bottom. For salmon, the Hood River area and below Bonneville Dam have been productive spots. Use spinners and spin-fish, as they have been bringing in the strikes lately[1][3].

If you're looking for some hot spots, consider the area around Chinook Landing and fish upstream in the Columbia River Gorge below Bonneville Dam. Another good spot is the St. Helens area, where coho and Chinook salmon have been caught in good numbers[1].

In summary, today is a great day to hit the Columbia River. With the right tides, calm weather, and the right lures, you're set for a successful fishing trip. Don't forget to stay warm, especially if you're targeting those winter walleye up in the Rufus and Boardman areas. Tight lines, and I'll see you on the water

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Hello there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure, your go-to expert for all things fishing in and around the Columbia River, particularly in the Portland area. Today, February 9, 2025, promises to be an exciting day on the water, so let's dive into the details.

First off, let's talk about the tides. According to the tide forecast, today we have a low tide at 3:26 AM with a height of 4.09 feet, followed by a high tide at 9:39 AM reaching 8.13 feet. The next low tide is at 4:49 PM with a height of -0.24 feet, and the final high tide of the day is at 11:28 PM with a height of 6.67 feet[2].

The weather is looking relatively calm, with mild temperatures and minimal wind, making it an ideal day to get out on the river. Sunrise is at 7:28 AM, and sunset is at 5:33 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to catch some fish.

Recently, the fishing on the Columbia River has been quite active. For those targeting walleye, the Rufus and Boardman areas have been hot spots. We've been getting into healthy numbers of walleye by trolling in likely holding areas and then switching to jigging once we locate a productive school. Using minnow divers, Deep Diving Bandits, Flicker Minnows, and other deep-diving crankbaits have proven effective. It's crucial to stay near the bottom, so using lead core line or inline trolling weights is a must[1][3].

Sturgeon fishing, although currently closed for keepers in the Bonneville and The Dalles pools after a brief opening on New Year's Day, is still an option for catch-and-release. This can be a great way to experience the thrill of reeling in these massive fish without the pressure of keeping them. The Columbia River Gorge is a prime location for this, especially during the summer months when the sturgeon are more active[1].

Salmon fishing has also been good, particularly in the Hood River area. There have been reports of both Chinook and coho salmon being caught, with the Hood River area above the bridge being a good spot for keeping wild coho. SpinFish and spinners have been bringing in the strikes lately, especially when fishing upstream in the Columbia River Gorge below Bonneville Dam[1].

For today's fishing trip, I recommend heading to the Hood River area for salmon or the Rufus and Boardman areas for walleye. If you're looking for a mix of species, the Portland area itself offers a variety of fishing opportunities, from sturgeon to smallmouth bass and American shad.

In terms of lures, for walleye, stick with those deep-diving crankbaits and minnow divers. For salmon, spinners and Brad’s Super Baits have been performing well. For sturgeon, using bait like nightcrawlers or stink baits can be very effective.

So, grab your gear, check the tides, and get ready for a fantastic day on the Columbia River. Remember to stay warm and enjoy the beautiful scenery while you're out there reeling in those fish. Tight lines, everyone

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