Lower Umpqua · Smith River
Umpqua River Striped Bass Guide
Casting for big stripers on the lower Umpqua and Smith rivers near Reedsport.
Guided trips
Oregon striped bass on the lower Umpqua and Smith
Oregon has very few places to catch striped bass, and the lower Umpqua and Smith River near Reedsport are two of the best.
These are aggressive fish and excellent table fare. They average 6 to 15 pounds and occasionally top 25 pounds. Every striper trip is a casting trip: you throw and retrieve lures and feel the grab yourself. Logan fits 3 to 4 anglers on his 24-foot Willie Boats Raptor, and your catch is cleaned and bagged at the end of the day.
The coho and striper casting combo
From September 15 to October 15, Logan runs casting trips for coho salmon and stripers together on the lower Umpqua estuary. Your limit is 2 salmon per day with no limit on stripers, and catching big numbers of both in one day is common.
Sep 15 – Oct 15
Coho & striper casting combo
Two species, one estuary, nonstop casting.
Fish the lower Umpqua estuary for coho and stripers on the same day. It’s fast, light-tackle fishing, and the fillets fill a cooler quickly.
Gallery
Recent striped bass
Rates
Trip rates
| Trip | Season | Anglers | Per person |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter steelhead Heated 16′ drift boat · Umpqua, Coquille, Rogue | Dec – Apr | 2–3 | $275 |
| Fall salmon 24′ Willie Raptor · Winchester Bay, Reedsport, Coos Bay | Aug – early Oct | 3–6 | $275 |
| Salmon + Dungeness crab Your salmon day with crab pots added | Late Aug – Oct | 3–6 | $325 |
| Striped bass Lower Umpqua and Smith rivers | Seasonal | 3–4 | $275 |
| Coho & striper casting combo Lower Umpqua estuary | Sep 15 – Oct 15 | 3–4 | $275 |
| Trophy redband trout Upper Klamath Lake, Williamson and Wood rivers | Seasonal | 2–6 | $275 |
| Smallmouth bass Umpqua Valley | Best Mar – Apr | 2–3 | $275 |
| Shad Umpqua River | Mother’s Day – Father’s Day | 2–3 | $275 |
| Dungeness crab only 1–2 hour afternoon trip, Winchester Bay | Aug & Nov | 2–6 | $100 |
Full-day trips run 7 to 8 hours. Rods, reels, line, terminal gear and bait are provided, and your catch is cleaned and bagged. Single seats are sometimes available on short notice. Call to ask.
Book and pay on Logan’s own site. No marketplace cut, no service fee at checkout. Every dollar goes to your guide.
FAQ
Striped Bass questions
Where can you catch striped bass in Oregon?
The lower Umpqua River and the Smith River near Reedsport hold one of Oregon’s few striped bass populations.
How big do Umpqua stripers get?
Most average 6 to 15 pounds, and fish over 25 pounds are caught occasionally.
What is the coho and striper combo?
From September 15 to October 15, Logan casts for coho salmon and stripers on the lower Umpqua estuary. The limit is 2 salmon per day with no limit on stripers.
Can I keep stripers?
Yes. Stripers are excellent eating, and your catch is cleaned and bagged at the end of the day.
Book your striper trip
Reserve your trip online in a couple of minutes, or call Logan to talk through the best week for your group. No booking fees.