• Catch the Wave: Navigating Oregon's Diverse Pacific Fishing Conditions

  • Nov 24 2024
  • Length: 3 mins
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Catch the Wave: Navigating Oregon's Diverse Pacific Fishing Conditions

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  • As of November 24, 2024, the fishing scene along the Pacific Ocean in Oregon is shaping up to be a mixed bag, given the recent weather and tidal conditions.

    **Weather and Tides:**
    The weather has been quite rough, with poor ocean conditions dominating the past week. However, there are signs of improvement, with calmer seas expected in some areas. Today, you can expect partly cloudy skies with moderate winds. Tides are crucial for shore and estuary fishing; today's high tide is at 10:15 AM and low tide at 4:15 PM. Fishing closer to slack tide often yields better results.

    **Sunrise and Sunset:**
    Sunrise is at 7:28 AM, and sunset will be at 4:29 PM, giving you a decent window for both morning and afternoon fishing.

    **Fish Activity:**
    Despite the adverse conditions, recent reports indicate that when the ocean was calmer, there were excellent catches of lingcod and various rockfish species. Black, blue, and deacon rockfish have been common catches, along with some canary, copper, China, brown, and tiger rockfish[3][4].

    **Catches:**
    Yesterday, anglers at Depoe Bay reported a moderate success rate of about 3 fish per angler, mostly black and deacon rockfish. Lingcod catches were around 0.9 fish per angler, which is an improvement from recent weeks. At Newport, the catch rate was about 2.5 fish per angler, with lingcod fishing being slow. Brookings saw an average of 4 fish per angler, primarily black, blue, and deacon rockfish[3].

    **Best Lures and Bait:**
    For lingcod, a jig head with a rubber swim bait is highly effective. For rockfish, using squid or shrimp as bait can be very productive. If you're targeting bottomfish, consider using a longleader setup to distribute your effort away from nearshore species[3].

    **Hot Spots:**
    - **Depoe Bay:** Known for its consistent catches of rockfish and lingcod, especially during calmer days.
    - **Brookings:** Offers a high catch rate for black, blue, and deacon rockfish, making it a great spot for those looking to fill their bags.

    Remember to check the tide and ensure you're fishing safely, especially in areas where the incoming tide can be a safety issue. Always follow the latest regulation updates and respect the daily bag limits to help conserve these fisheries.
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