Idaho Fish Report

Coho salmon has been spotty on the lower Coquille River. The recent rain should help to bring in new coho to the lower river. Most salmon anglers have been fishing just upstream of the Highway 101 bridge to upstream of the Rocky Point boat ramp. Chinook salmon fishing is closed in the Coquille Basin this year. ‌

The wild coho season is open from Sept. 15 – Oct. 10 from the Hwy 101 bridge upstream to Sturdivant Park and anglers are allowed to harvest 1 wild coho adult per day and 3 for the season.‌

The Port of Bandon boat ramp in old town Bandon is closed for repairs starting Sept. 18. ‌

Striped bass are still being caught by anglers fishing around Riverton and Rocky Point in the lower river. Striped bass fishing is typically better after dark, but some fish can be caught during daylight hours. ‌

Anglers are still reporting good smallmouth bass fishing in the South Fork Coquille. Most of the fish are small so anglers will want to use smaller hooks or lures. ‌

A temporary regulation allowing anglers in Coquille River system to use spears and spear guns to harvest smallmouth bass continues through Oct. 31. Traditional rod and reel anglers can also use bait throughout the river system. This unique fishing opportunity is one of many efforts to reduce the impact of illegally introduced bass on Chinook populations. ‌

Trout fishing in streams and rivers is open through Oct. 31. ‌

Anglers can use bait but are also having success catching trout on small spinners or flies.