nehalem river Fishing Report 2025
Latest fishing conditions, tips, and insights for nehalem river in United States
📝 Recent Fishing Reports (5)
Report #1
👤 Liamnehalem was pretty quiet today, rain was just a tease. still, managed to pull in a 6lb trout from under the bridge. used a worm and bobber combination. kinda slow overall but I really enjoyed the peacefulness of it all, just me and the river vibes.
Report #2
👤 Samanthapatchy rain again but went out for the morning. caught 2 nice bass, both around 4lbs. used a crankbait, man those guys were hungry! wind was a bit rough at times, but all in all was a good time. always something about the nehalem that keeps me coming back.
Report #3
👤 Kevinwell today was a mess, rain was on and off, really got soaked. but I got lucky! landed a big 12lb steelhead! used a pink drift bobber rig, fished it slow. ended up being the only bite I got but hey, a good catch makes a muddy day worth it.
Report #4
👤 Brookerain came back today, like it never left lol. still pulled in a couple nice cutthroats in the early morning. temp was a bit chilly, but I found a nice spot under some cover. bread bait worked like a charm! love this river, even in the rain!
Report #5
👤 Derekpartly sunny today, finally some good weather! hit the nehalem and was so stoked to land 5 salmon! they were pretty decent sized too, around 7-8lbs. used a spinner and it was on fire. felt great to be out, just me and the river for a change.
🌊 Current Fishing Conditions
Water Conditions
Current water conditions at nehalem river are favorable for fishing. Water temperature and clarity are within optimal ranges for most species.
Fish Activity
Fish activity levels are moderate to high. Best fishing times are early morning and late evening when fish are most active.
Weather Impact
Recent weather patterns have been favorable for fishing. Stable conditions are expected to continue through the week.
Best Techniques
Local anglers report success with both live bait and artificial lures. Vary your approach based on time of day and weather conditions.
🎣 Expert Fishing Tips
Fish upstream from your position to avoid spooking fish
Look for deeper pools and eddies where fish like to rest
Use lighter tackle in clear, flowing water
Pay attention to water levels and flow rates for best results
