Saltwater & Coast
Spin, Cast & Bait
Buoy 10 (Columbia River Estuary) Fishing Guide
Washington
The Columbia River estuary where the river meets the Pacific, fished for Chinook and coho salmon fresh from the ocean.
Trip at a Glance
Anglers come to Buoy 10 (Columbia River Estuary) for chinook salmon and coho salmon. In October, chinook salmon and coho salmon are in season. There are 2 shops within 25 miles; the closest is Big Game Fishing in Warrenton, about 3 mi away. Grays Harbor is about 46 mi away if you want to make a trip of it.
Season at a Glance
What You'll Catch
Buoy 10 (Columbia River Estuary) Species
Images: Michael Humling, USFWS; Timothy Knepp, USFWS. Public domain.
Plan by Month
What to Use
Nothing specific listed for October. Try a neighboring month. marks species in season in October.
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Rod & Reel
Recommended Setups
Chinook Salmon
Fly 10 ft 9 or 10 wt rod, sink-tip line, 15 to 20 lb leader.
Spin / Cast 9 to 10.5 ft medium-heavy casting rod, line-counter or levelwind reel, 20 to 30 lb line.
Coho Salmon
Fly 9 to 10 ft 8 wt rod, sink-tip line, 12 lb leader.
Spin / Cast 8.5 to 9 ft medium rod, 3000 spinning reel, 10 to 15 lb line.
Within 25 Miles
Shops Near Buoy 10 (Columbia River Estuary)
Crustacean Sensation Baiting Products
Warrenton, Oregon· 6 mi
160B NE 5th St 971-287-9576
Within 25 Miles
Guides and Charters Near Buoy 10 (Columbia River Estuary)
Shake N Bake Sportfishing
Ilwaco, Washington· 6 mi
165 Howerton Ave 360-562-0333
Per their website: Full-Day Trips
First Pass Outfitters
Astoria, Oregon· 7 mi
801 Commercial St Ste 1 503-741-0075
Per their website: Half-Day Trips, Full-Day Trips
Make It a Trip