Oregon Fly Fishing Charters

Oregon Fly Fishing Charters

Best Fly Fishing Charters in Oregon

Oregon: 19 fishing charters available
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(3 reviews)
Wheeler
 Instant Confirmation
trips from $250
Eugene
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trips from $400
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(5 reviews)
Rockaway Beach
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trips from $225
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(1 review)
Fairview
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trips from $225

Fly Fishing in Oregon

When looking for the best fly fishing Oregon has to offer, you’ll be spoiled for choice. Here we’ll cover how best to experience freshwater fly fishing in the Beaver State. Be sure to check out our Oregon Coast article if you’re looking to catch some saltwater fish on the fly.

What type of trip is right for me?

When considering the options for a freshwater trip, you should decide whether you’re looking to fish the Columbia River or one of the rivers and lakes within easy reach of the I-5. Portland is a great place to be both for fishing and in general, so you definitely aren’t missing out if you make it your main fishing hub. The rivers to the south are a great option for anyone who’s up for a more private experience off the beaten path.

Half Day Trips

Shorter trips are a great way to introduce yourself to the fishery, and still get a taste of all it has to offer. From Steelhead to various Salmon and Sturgeon, there’s plenty of variety wherever you decide to cast your fly. Most guides are flexible when it comes to timing a 4–5 hour trip, and will happily accommodate your schedule.

Full Day Trips

A full day of fishing is the ultimate Oregon fly fishing experience. Now you’ll have plenty of time to fish until you drop. If you’re taking your first steps in the wonderful world of fly fishing, find yourself a local guide who can help you develop your technique. You can target the same species as you would on a shorter trip, but more time usually means better results.

How to Prepare

Most professional fly fishing guides will provide you with fly gear if you don’t have any, but it’s always best to check before the trip. You usually need to bring any extra gear like waders on your own, and that also goes for a freshwater fishing license.

There’s something biting whenever you decide to go, so come on down for some of the most memorable fly fishing in the States!
 

Oregon
Excellent
4.4 / 5
Based on 26,684 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

What anglers said about Fly Fishing in Oregon

Helpful to know river levels and what affects it (dam releases on Columbia, snow melt on Mt Hood, weather, etc.). Know when the fish are running. Go with a guide if you can.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Helpful to know river levels and what affects it (dam releases on Columbia, snow melt on Mt Hood, weather, etc.). Know when the fish are running. Go with a guide if you can.
Christine  B.
Christine B.
Although we did not catch our fish, there were plenty out there. We had two young boys in the boat and they were learning alot. We all three had a blast and now we think we are ready for the fish. Thank You!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Although we did not catch our fish, there were plenty out there. We had two young boys in the boat and they were learning alot. We all three had a blast and now we think we are ready for the fish. Thank You!
Julian  S.
Julian S. Gresham, OR
I would recommend bringing motion sickness pills, water, warm clothes (not heavy just layers), a camera for pictures.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I would recommend bringing motion sickness pills, water, warm clothes (not heavy just layers), a camera for pictures.
Olivia  G.
Olivia G. Nampa, ID
To Look on fishingbooker.com to select the right fishing. It was great. Only the way to get a licence+harvest list is too complicated. It is still paper required. I think everything must go digital. Iam a German and I needed to go around to find a place where these papers could be printed out.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
To Look on fishingbooker.com to select the right fishing. It was great. Only the way to get a licence+harvest list is too complicated. It is still paper required. I think everything must go digital. Iam a German and I needed to go around to find a place where these papers could be printed out.
Thomas  K.
Thomas K. Charlotte, North Carolina
Allow plenty of time to get from the airport to the coast. The best salmon fishing is near the mouth of the Columbia River or just offshore.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Allow plenty of time to get from the airport to the coast. The best salmon fishing is near the mouth of the Columbia River or just offshore.
Nadine  W.
Nadine W. Beaverton, OR
Yes. I went for the experience, not just the fish. The Columbia River and Portland are beautiful.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Yes. I went for the experience, not just the fish. The Columbia River and Portland are beautiful.
Pamela  F.
Pamela F. Honolulu, HI
We had so much fun. We learned alot about fishing. Fisher David was so much fun and highly professional and I was not afraid at all. Would recommend a fishing trip to anyone. We booked it again next month.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We had so much fun. We learned alot about fishing. Fisher David was so much fun and highly professional and I was not afraid at all. Would recommend a fishing trip to anyone. We booked it again next month.
Becky  D.
Becky D. Silverton, OR
Listen to your guide and if he recommends to delay the trip and if you can do it!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Listen to your guide and if he recommends to delay the trip and if you can do it!
Keith  T.
Keith T. Bossier City, LA
Bring warm cloths. Even if its warm on shore it will be chilly on the water. Need good weather for access to the ocean.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Bring warm cloths. Even if its warm on shore it will be chilly on the water. Need good weather for access to the ocean.
Edward  N.
Edward N. Las Cruces, NM
make plans as close to visit to help ensure the salmon run is truly underway
Excellent
5.0 / 5
make plans as close to visit to help ensure the salmon run is truly underway
Gloria  S.
Gloria S. Scottsdale, AZ
Just make sure you know what you are booking if you are from the East Coast. The charters in the East head out a lot further than the West coast ones do, apparently. Besides that, have fun. It will be a great experience.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Just make sure you know what you are booking if you are from the East Coast. The charters in the East head out a lot further than the West coast ones do, apparently. Besides that, have fun. It will be a great experience.
Jeff  H.
Jeff H. Lewisville, North Carolina
This is a great trip for first timers. Billy is very knowledgeable and patient. Safety is his priority.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
This is a great trip for first timers. Billy is very knowledgeable and patient. Safety is his priority.
Kieran  W.
Kieran W. Portland, OR
Definitely look up Jameson Johnson fishing this man I think has gills! He takes you to the fish and gives you an experience of a lifetime highly recommended can't wait to do it again
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Definitely look up Jameson Johnson fishing this man I think has gills! He takes you to the fish and gives you an experience of a lifetime highly recommended can't wait to do it again
Mark  H.
Mark H. El Cajon, CA
Fishing was good but again nature is in control and anyone that goes needs to be able to handle disappointment as well as over excitement about catching what they go for.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Fishing was good but again nature is in control and anyone that goes needs to be able to handle disappointment as well as over excitement about catching what they go for.
Connie  C.
Connie C. Hallsville, TX
Fishing trip was great. Catching was bad. Go fishing here in a smaller boat, 3 or 4 people.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Fishing trip was great. Catching was bad. Go fishing here in a smaller boat, 3 or 4 people.
James  C.
James C. Meridian, ID
DRESS WARM.BE PATIENT.STAY ON THE FISH LISTEN TO THE CAPTAIN. GOOD LUCK!!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
DRESS WARM.BE PATIENT.STAY ON THE FISH LISTEN TO THE CAPTAIN. GOOD LUCK!!!
John  H.
John H. Puyallup, WA
Track the weather. Best fishing for stealhead is after lots of rain that raises rivers to flood stage for several days. Be ready to fish when the water gets to a cloudy emerald green. The Kilchis will be ready first, Usually the second day after the rain backs off. The Wilson and Trask take longer, three days minimum.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Track the weather. Best fishing for stealhead is after lots of rain that raises rivers to flood stage for several days. Be ready to fish when the water gets to a cloudy emerald green. The Kilchis will be ready first, Usually the second day after the rain backs off. The Wilson and Trask take longer, three days minimum.
FishingBooker Member
FishingBooker Member Tillamook, Oregon
Don't bring any of your own fishing gear. Dress for rain and cold - although it was 81 degrees on 10-17-18 when I went.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Don't bring any of your own fishing gear. Dress for rain and cold - although it was 81 degrees on 10-17-18 when I went.
Thomas  R.
Thomas R. Seattle, WA
I would recommend to anglers fishing in Newport,to book a trip with Captain Gregory Niles, it was a great day of fishing adventure!
Excellent
4.7 / 5
I would recommend to anglers fishing in Newport,to book a trip with Captain Gregory Niles, it was a great day of fishing adventure!
Harry  C.
Harry C. Portland, OR
Make sure you are prepared if you get sea sick. Make sure you know what size boat would best fit the experience you are looking for and check multiple local sources if you aren't sure.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure you are prepared if you get sea sick. Make sure you know what size boat would best fit the experience you are looking for and check multiple local sources if you aren't sure.
Bob  S.
Bob S. Homedale, ID

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