Sockeye Salmon

Sockeye Salmon Fishing on the Columbia River


Sockeye / Red Salmon


Sockeye salmon, also known as Red Salmon, are prized for their rich flavor and powerful runs. Sockeye fisheries on the Columbia River are highly seasonal and technical.


🎣 Lower & Mid Columbia River Sockeye

Best Times to Fish

  • Late Spring – Early Summer: May – July

What to Expect

  • Fast-moving schools

  • Highly technical fishing

  • Excellent table fare

Common Techniques

  • Sockeye-specific trolling setups

  • Small lures and flies

  • Precise depth control


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