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Coho salmon — hatchery only (fin-clipped) Regulations in Oregon (2026)

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Recreational coho salmon — hatchery only (fin-clipped) rules in Oregon saltwater, as published by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Last checked November 6, 2026.

Limits differ by area — the summary below is the first published rule; see every rule underneath.

Size limit
Minimum lengths: Chinook = 22” N. of Cape Falcon, and 24” S. of Cape…
Bag limit
Two salmon per day but no more than one Chinook.
Season
June 20 through August 24 t he earlier of September 30 and September…

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Recreational Coho salmon — hatchery only (fin-clipped) rules in Oregon

Where
Leadbetter Point, WA to Cape Falcon, OR (ocean)
Size limit
Minimum lengths: Chinook = 22” N. of Cape Falcon, and 24” S. of Cape Falcon; coho = 16”; steelhead = 20”; and no min. length for pink, chum, or sockeye salmon in ocean fishery.
Bag limit
Two salmon per day but no more than one Chinook.
Season
June 20 through August 24 t he earlier of September 30 and September 4-8 or 51,450 fin-clipped coho subarea quota, with a 16,780 Chinook subarea guideline. Open seven days per week. Open for all salmon, All coho must have a healed adipose fin clip. Two salmon per day but no more than one Chinook. Possession of salmon onboard a vessel is prohibited in the area prior to June 20 when the subarea is closed to salmon retention. Closed within the Columbia Control Zone. August 13 onwards, that portion of the Columbia River subarea north of 46 0 15’ N to Leadbetter Point, and east of 124 0 08.667’ W is closed to fishing for salmon. August 18 onwards the retention and possession of Chinook salmon is prohibited in the ocean recreational fishery between Cape Falcon and Leadbetter Point. Notes: Posession of salmon on vessels in the Columbia River Ocean Salmon Management Sub-area is prohibited at any time when the season is closed within this area.

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Where
Cape Falcon to OR/CA Border (ocean)
Size limit
Minimum lengths: Chinook = 22” N. of Cape Falcon, and 24” S. of Cape Falcon; coho = 16”; steelhead = 20”; and no min. length for pink, chum, or sockeye salmon in ocean fishery.
Bag limit
Two salmon per day.
Season
June 6 through the earlier of August 18 23 or 47,600 fin-clipped coho quota. Two salmon per day. All retained coho must have a healed adipose fin-clip. From August 19-31, retention of coho prohibited in this area.

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Commercial rules

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Where
U.S./Canada Border to Cape Falcon (ocean)
Size limit
Coho minimum size limit of 16 inches total length
Bag limit
Landing and possession limit of 50 marked coho per vessel per landing week (Thurs.-Wed.). Landing limits will be evaluated weekly, inseason (C.1, C.8.f).
Season
July 1 through the earlier of September 30, or 18,700 Chinook or 19,600 marked coho (C.8).
  • Commercial troll gear only, which is defined as one or more lines that drag hooks behind a moving fishing vessel.
  • •Ocean Troll Salmon Restricted Participation Permit Required in addition to a boat license for salmon trolling. No new permits are available.
  • Commercial troll gear only, which is defined as one or more lines that drag hooks behind a moving fishing vessel.
  • All salmon must be landed with the head on, except heads may be removed from salmon which are to be frozen and will remain frozen until landed and which do not have the adipose fin removed (coded-wire tagged fish).
  • Seasons are the PFMC council-adopted troll management measures; NMFS in-season actions (ODFW action notices) change landing limits and open/close periods - see overrides.
  • Local term: mark-selective / hatchery coho — keep only coho with a healed adipose fin clip (clipped); release wild (unclipped) coho.

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Quick answers

What is the coho salmon — hatchery only (fin-clipped) size limit in Oregon?

Minimum lengths: Chinook = 22” N. of Cape Falcon, and 24” S. of Cape Falcon; coho = 16”; steelhead = 20”; and no min. length for pink, chum, or sockeye salmon in ocean fishery. (for the first listed area; other areas may differ — see above).

How many coho salmon — hatchery only (fin-clipped) can I keep in Oregon?

Two salmon per day but no more than one Chinook. (for the first listed area; other areas may differ — see above).

When is coho salmon — hatchery only (fin-clipped) season in Oregon?

June 20 through August 24 t he earlier of September 30 and September 4-8 or 51,450 fin-clipped coho subarea quota, with a 16,780 Chinook subarea guideline. Open seven days per week. Open for all salmon, All coho must have a healed adipose fin clip. Two salmon per day but no more than one Chinook. Possession of salmon onboard a vessel is prohibited in the area prior to June 20 when the subarea is closed to salmon retention. Closed within the Columbia Control Zone. August 13 onwards, that portion of the Columbia River subarea north of 46 0 15’ N to Leadbetter Point, and east of 124 0 08.667’ W is closed to fishing for salmon. August 18 onwards the retention and possession of Chinook salmon is prohibited in the ocean recreational fishery between Cape Falcon and Leadbetter Point. Notes: Posession of salmon on vessels in the Columbia River Ocean Salmon Management Sub-area is prohibited at any time when the season is closed within this area.. Whether it is open on a specific day can change by emergency rule — check today's status in the app.

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Source: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Most anglers need a Oregon saltwater license or registry: get one here.