Mouth of Deschutes River to close on mainstem Columbia River

September 6, 2018

Action: Certain waters of the Columbia River within Oregon are closed to fishing.

Effective date: August 9, 2018 until further notice.

Species affected: All species.

Location: Oregon's waters adjacent to the mouth of the Deschutes River south of a straight line projecting from the flashing red USCG light #2 upstream to the lower South Channel range marker.

Reason for action: The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission directed the closure of these joint state waters of the mainstem Columbia River. Anglers are permitted to fish within joint state waters with either a Washington or Oregon fishing license, but must follow regulations of the waters being fished. This notice is designed to inform Washington anglers of Oregon's fishing closure.

Additional information: See the ODFW website for more information on the fishing rule change.

Information contact: Tucker Jones at Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (971) 673-6067.

Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license, appropriate to the fishery. Check the WDFW "Fishing in Washington" rules pamphlet for details on definitions and regulations. Fishing rules are subject to change. Visit wdfw.wa.gov/fishing-hotlines to find a list of mobile, web, print, or customer service phone options for the latest rule information.

Request this information in an alternative format or language at wdfw.wa.gov/accessibility/requests-accommodation, 833-885-1012, TTY (711), or CivilRightsTeam@dfw.wa.gov.