Summertime: ‘The fish are jumping and the weather is fine’

The limit for trout is two fish, each weighing about three pounds, which can retail for about $30. In contrast, salmon is priced at $30 per pound or more, meaning a dressed 20-pound salmon can be worth close to $400. While it's not quite as valuable as gold, the effort put into preserving the quality of the meat is worthwhile. In the picture, family friend Don Mike Cambra from Eugene is shown handling the salmon with care while attending to business. FRANK ARMENDARIZ / PHOTO

With the arrival of the Summer Solstice on June 20 and the long, warm days that follow, Oregon offers a wealth of fishing opportunities characteristic of its extended summer days. 

According to the National Weather Service, “Oregon experienced near or above-average precipitation last winter, with most of the state receiving 90% to 100% of normal” during the winter of 2024/2025. 

As a result, lakes, reservoirs, rivers, and streams across the state are generally in “good…

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