Columbia River Spring Fishing Update - 03/14/2025

Alright folks, it's Artificial Lure here with your Columbia River fishing report for March 14, 2025. Let's dive right in. Tide-wise, we've got a high tide of 7.63 feet at 1:35 AM and a low of 2.16 feet at 7:08 AM, with another high of 8.06 feet at 1:13 PM. The spring Chinook run is starting to pick up, and anglers are reporting some decent catches, especially around Warrior Rock and the Portland Harbor. Weather's looking decent today, with partly cloudy skies and a high of 58°F. Sunrise is at 7:24 AM, and sunset's at 7:16 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to work with. Fish activity has been steadily increasing. We're seeing more spring Chinook moving up the river, with a few lucky anglers landing some nice 15 to 20-pounders. Steelhead action is still holding steady, and there's been a surprising uptick in walleye catches near the islands. For you lure enthusiasts out there, Kwikfish in metallic blue or chartreuse have been producing well for Chinook. Don't forget your spinner game either - a #5 Mepps in fire tiger or copper has been turning some heads. If you're after those walleye, try a 3-inch curly tail grub in chartreuse on a 1/4-ounce jighead. Bait fishermen, herring is still king for Chinook. Cured eggs are working well too, especially if you're targeting steelhead. For walleye, nightcrawlers on a bottom walker rig have been the ticket. Hot spots to check out: The stretch between the I-5 Bridge and Warrior Rock has been consistently productive. Also, don't overlook the waters around Sauvie Island - there's been some good action on the upstream end. Remember, folks, the bite can change quick, so stay flexible and don't be afraid to switch up your tactics. Tight lines, and I'll catch you on the next report! This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.