Species Guide

Meet the fish.

The species we target across Oregon rivers and the Pacific — with the seasons, size classes, and stories behind each.

Chinook Salmon
King

Chinook Salmon

15–40 lb·Mar–Nov

Oregon's marquee gamefish. Chrome bright kings ascend the Columbia and coastal rivers in staggering runs.

Coho Salmon
Silver

Coho Salmon

6–15 lb·Aug–Oct

Acrobatic, aggressive, and delicious. Coho are a fall staple on the Columbia and North Coast.

Steelhead
Chrome

Steelhead

6–20 lb·Nov–Apr

Sea-run rainbow trout. The most technical, prized fish in Oregon rivers.

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