Oregon

A nonresident annual fishing license in Oregon costs $138.00. For comparison, Oregon residents pay $50.00. Short-term options: Daily and multi-day options available; check site. The license year runs January 1 - December 31.

Purchase your Oregon fishing license online at https://odfw.huntfishoregon.com/. Valid ID; 2026 fee increase tied to aquatic invasive species prevention; additional 6% increases scheduled for 2028 and 2030. Licenses are administered by the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW).

Under 12 exempt; Youth (12-17) $10; Pioneer License (70+) $10 (includes all licenses + Ocean Endorsement). Always check the official Oregon website for the most current exemption details and any additional categories that may qualify.

Combined Angling Tag $11.50 (mandatory for salmon/steelhead/sturgeon/halibut); Columbia River Basin Endorsement $11.50; Ocean Endorsement $9 (new as of Jan 2026); hatchery harvest tag. Be sure to purchase any required stamps or endorsements before heading out, as they are often checked during enforcement.

Fishing seasons in Oregon: Varies greatly by species, water body, and zone; consult regulations. Bag limits: Trout: 5/day most waters; Salmon/Steelhead: varies by river and run; check regulations. Always consult the current Oregon fishing regulations for the most up-to-date season dates and limits, as they can change annually.

Significant fee increases in 2026 (14-50%); barbless hooks required for salmon/steelhead; wild fish release required on many rivers. For the complete set of rules including gear restrictions, size limits, and special waters, visit the official Oregon fish and wildlife website.

Oregon has the following border water or reciprocal agreements: Columbia River with Washington state; Snake River with Idaho; specific boundary water regulations. Indiana is not directly included in these agreements, so a standard nonresident license is required.

For the most current regulations, license prices, and season dates, visit the official Oregon fishing page at https://myodfw.com/fishing/licensing-info. To purchase a license online, visit https://odfw.huntfishoregon.com/.