Idaho Fish Report
Fall Chinook fishing should be fairly slow under the current low flow conditions
by OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
11-12-2025
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Fall Chinook fishing should be fairly slow under the current low flow conditions. Many fish are likely tobe dark and spawning. More rain is needed to bring in fresh fish.. Check conditions before heading out. The bag limit for wild adult Chinook is 1 per day and 2 per season as part of the daily salmon and steelhead bag limit. See the regulation updates online for more details.
Cutthroat trout season closed November 1.
The Highway 101 boat ramp south of Seaside has the combination lock back on it. Anglers can call the Tillamook office at (503) 842-2741 and provide their Hunter/Angler ID number to receive the combo.
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OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Reports
for Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
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OR Department of Fish & Wildlife Reports
for Monday, November 10th, 2025
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