Coho Salmon Fishing
Chase the acrobatic Coho salmon, known for their spirited fights and beautiful silver sides, as they enter our rivers in the fall. These fish provide fast-paced action and are a blast on the fly or with light tackle.
Coho salmon fishing near Portland kicks off in September and continues through November, with peak action often in October. They are typically caught by drift fishing with bait, casting spinners, or using flies like Clousers and Marabou patterns. Coho are known for their aerial displays when hooked.
Coho
Coho salmon, or Silver Salmon, are a welcome sight in our waters each fall. While smaller than their Chinook cousins, Coho make up for it with their aggressive nature and incredible acrobatics. When hooked, they are notorious for jumping and shaking their heads, making for a dynamic battle. Their runs often coincide with the later stages of the Fall Chinook season, providing excellent mixed-bag opportunities.
We target Coho in both the mainstem Columbia River and its tributaries. They respond well to a variety of presentations. On the fly, casting weighted flies and stripping them back with a steady retrieve is effective. Conventional anglers often find success with drift-fishing bait like sand shrimp or prawns, or by casting small spinners and spoons.
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