• Pacific Coast Fishing Forecast: Ideal Conditions, Mixed Bag of Salmon, Bottomfish Bites

  • Nov 10 2024
  • Length: 3 mins
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Pacific Coast Fishing Forecast: Ideal Conditions, Mixed Bag of Salmon, Bottomfish Bites

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  • As of November 10, 2024, the fishing scene along the Pacific Ocean in Oregon is quite dynamic, especially given the recent weather and tidal conditions.

    ### Tidal and Weather Conditions
    Today, you can expect moderate tides, with a high tide at around 9:15 AM and a low tide at 3:15 PM. These slack tides often make for good fishing conditions. The weather is expected to be mild, with partial cloud cover and light winds, making it an ideal day to be out on the water. Sunrise is at 6:53 AM, and sunset will be at 4:43 PM.

    ### Fish Activity
    Ocean salmon fishing has been a mixed bag lately. In the area from Cape Falcon to Humbug Mountain, the season for Chinook salmon is still open until October 31, but the non-mark-selective coho season is closed. However, anglers have been reporting good catches of coho salmon in the Buoy 10 area and further out in the ocean, although the coho quota has been largely filled, which might lead to an early closure for ocean fishing[2][3].

    ### Types and Amounts of Fish Caught
    Yesterday, anglers reported catching a significant number of coho salmon, with some areas seeing more action than others. In the Buoy 10 area, coho were plentiful, but many were not fin-clipped, making them ineligible for retention. Chinook salmon catches were also reported, particularly in the ocean west of Astoria, though these must now be released in the Buoy 10 area[2].

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For salmon, using hoochies or spinners with a flasher setup has been effective. In the Buoy 10 area, trolling with a cut plug herring or anchovy has yielded good results. For bottomfish, which are still active in areas like Depoe Bay and Newport, a jig with a twister tail trailer is a good option[2][3].

    ### Hot Spots
    One of the hot spots right now is the area around Buoy 10, where the Columbia River meets the ocean. This area has been productive for both coho and Chinook salmon, especially on high tides. Another good spot is the stretch from Cape Falcon to Humbug Mountain, where Chinook salmon fishing is still open until the end of October[2][3].

    Overall, it's a good time to get out on the water, especially if you're targeting coho or looking to catch some bottomfish. Just be sure to check the latest regulations and catch limits before you head out.
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