Coastal Oregon Fishing Report: Promising Conditions and Bountiful Catches

The Pacific Ocean off the Oregon coast is looking promising for anglers this week. Today, April 14, 2025, the weather is expected to be fair with mild conditions on the water, making it an optimal day for fishing. The sunrise today was at 6:29 AM PDT, with sunset set for 7:56 PM PDT. Mild winds and manageable swells should provide smooth conditions for both inshore and offshore fishing efforts.

Tidal activity is crucial for fishing success, and today’s tide schedule for coastal Oregon shows a high tide at 5:15 AM (7.4 ft) and another at 7:56 PM (5.4 ft), with a low tide around 1:05 PM (-0.4 ft). Early morning and evening fishing during high tide are recommended for better activity along the coast.

In terms of fish activity, bottomfishing continues to be productive. Anglers have reported landing an average of three rockfish per person across major ports like Depoe Bay, Newport, and Garibaldi. The catch includes black, canary, copper, deacon, and yellowtail rockfish. Lingcod fishing is also holding strong, with catches averaging 1.3 to 1.5 fish per angler in most regions. Meanwhile, the ocean Chinook salmon season, running until May 15, has seen moderate success, with Newport boasting the highest catch rate at 1.2 Chinook per angler recently.

For bait and tackle, anchovies—either fresh or brined—are top performers for salmon trolling, especially when enhanced with natural or blue fire brine. For rockfish and lingcod, jigs and bait such as cut squid or herring are working well. Surf anglers targeting perch are finding good luck with clam necks, Gulp sandworms, and shrimp-based baits, particularly during the incoming tide.

Two hot spots to consider today are:

1. **Depoe Bay** – This location offers excellent offshore opportunities for rockfish and lingcod. With improved Lingcod landings and consistent rockfish action, it’s a great spot for a successful outing.

2. **Newport’s Yaquina Bay** – A prime location for Chinook salmon due to its higher catch rates, as well as steady action for bottomfish. Early or late in the day during high tide will yield the best results.

For today’s anglers, the ocean conditions, tides, and variety of fish available make it an excellent time to get out on the water. Tight lines and happy fishing!