March to June · $250 per person
Spring Chinook
fishing trips
Guided trips for Columbia River springers, the best-eating salmon of the year.
Springers: the salmon everyone waits for
Spring Chinook are the first salmon run of the year on the Columbia, and they are prized for a reason: bright, firm and rich, they are the best-eating salmon you will catch all season.
From March into June, Coby fishes the Columbia for springers headed upriver. Trips are a full day, and Coby picks the water, timing and technique based on the run and the river.
What’s included
- Rods, reels, bait and tackle
- Life jackets and safety gear
- Instruction for every skill level
- Your catch, ready for the cooler
Licenses for spring Chinook
Every angler needs an Oregon fishing license, a Combined Angling Tag and the Columbia River Basin Endorsement. Youth 11 and younger need a free youth license and a juvenile tag. See the license guide.
Spring Chinook
| Season | March to June |
| Water | Columbia River |
| Length | Full day |
| Rate | $250 per person |
| Anglers | Up to 4 |
| Gear | Provided |
or call or text (503) 367-9267
On the water
Spring Chinook with Fish Pharm
Questions
Spring Chinook FAQ
When is spring Chinook season on the Columbia?
Spring Chinook run from about March through June, with the best fishing usually in April and May. Exact open days are set by ODFW each year.
Why are springers so good to eat?
Spring Chinook enter the river months before they spawn, so they carry more fat and stay bright and firm.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Every angler needs a valid Oregon fishing license, a Combined Angling Tag and the right endorsement. Buy them online at ODFW and load them in the MyODFW app. See the Oregon fishing license guide.
Let’s go catch some salmon.
Pick your date and lock it in online. Coby reaches out before your trip with the launch, the timing and what to bring.