Buck deer seasons continue until Nov. 7 in western Oregon. Reminder youth age 12-17 who have not yet filled their general Western Oregon deer or W. High Cascade (119A) tag can hunt Nov. 8-9, too.

Elk seasons are starting to kick off including controlled seasons in late October and general seasons West Cascade and Rocky Mtn Elk second from Nov. 8-16. Remember to get your tag in advance of the deadline.

Make plans to get your deer or elk tested for CWD, by visiting check stations open in early November or another option (field office, taxidermist or meat processor.)

Browse the Big game hunting forecast 2025 to learn what to expect this season.

Check the Game Bird Hunting forecast 2025 - bird hunting seasons continue into 2026.

NEW turkey hunting opportunity: Now through February 28, 2026, hunters may obtain a beardless turkey permit to allow the harvest of three hen wild turkeys or turkeys without a visible beard. See page 26 of the Game Bird regulations. This is a private land only hunt with separate regulations from the standard fall turkey hunt.

Be on the lookout: King tides return November 5-7, get out and enjoy this spectacle but keep a safe distance and beware of sneaker waves.

Find the weekly trout stocking schedule here.

Best bets for weekend fishing:

Fall Chinook fishing is picking up in the North Coast Rivers this week following the rains. Fish have moved into the lower Nestucca, Trask, Wilson, Kilchis, and Nehalem Rivers. Fishing in the bays has slowed, but there should still be fresh fish moving in through November. Basins have reduced bag limits for wild fall Chinook this season so check the regulation updates online before heading out.

Some exciting news for anglers, wild coho seasons have been extended in the Alsea, Siletz and Yaquina Rivers. Check in season regulations for dates. Fall Chinook is also open on the Mid-coast. Check water levels on the Salmon, Siletz, Yaquina, Alsea, Yachats, and Siuslaw. Fishing remains fair overall with fish being caught in most of our basins.

Fall is great time to fish the Crooked and Metolius Rivers and steelhead anglers have been doing well on the lower Deschutes all the way up to Mecca Flat.

Reports of good dry fly action in the mornings lately on the lower Deschutes between Maupin and Warm Springs. Nymphing has been consistent as well.

Anglers report excellent fall fly fishing for bass at Davis Lake.

These examples are for demonstration purposes only. Refer to the zone reports for more details and possibilities. 

Klamath River Basin: These are exciting times for the Klamath River as salmon return after four hydroelectric dams were removed! Anglers are reminded that all salmon fishing remains closed in the Oregon portion of the Klamath River Basin to support salmon recovery. Other regulations in place will help protect salmon as they return: Spencer Creek closed to fishing early this year (Sept. 30 rather than Oct. 31) to protect spawning Chinook. Other Klamath River tributaries (Williamson, Wood, Sprague) are routinely closed to all angling Nov. 1–May 21 to protect spawning redband trout and these closures will offer additional protection for returning salmon.

Hunter Education:

Hunter safety courses and field days are offered in-person or online, with an in-person field day. Find a course in your area and get a jump on it for the 2026 season!

For adults:  Waterfowl workshops and events are happening in your area. Learn new tips & techniques and bring a friend! ODFW classes and workshops run statewide, throughout the year, designed for adults 18 and older. Take advantage of future learning opportunities.