Well now, let me tell y’all a little about them Oregon surf perch fish. They sure are somethin’ special, found mostly in the surf, right where the waves crash along them sandy beaches. If you ever get a hankerin’ to catch one, you’ll find ’em mostly between the 2nd and 4th row of breakers, and they like hangin’ around them deep holes and places where the sand’s been washed away by the tides. So, if you’re out there, you best keep an eye on the waves and know where them fish like to hide.
Now, when it comes to fishin’ gear, you don’t need anything fancy. Some folks use a hook sized #4 or #6, with a sinker about 1 or 2 ounces, and you tie it up on a line of about 8 to 10 pounds. Drop that down about 24 to 30 inches below the sinker, and you’re good to go. Don’t forget to fish for them redtail and silver surfperch right off them sandy shores. Striped and pile perch, though, they prefer to be near rocks and jetties, so keep your eye on the rocks when you’re out there.
The best time to go fishin’ for these here surfperch is in the spring and early summer. That’s when they all school up together along them sandy shorelines for spawnin’. If you go fishin’ at the right time, you’ll be in for a good catch. The best bite is often just before high tide, especially that hour or two before it rolls in. So, if you’re lookin’ for the best fishin’, make sure to head out there when the tide’s comin’ in.
Now, if you’re out there tryin’ to catch ’em, it don’t hurt to scout out the shoreline during them low tides. You can see where the sand and rocks have been moved around, and that’s where you might find your fish. Them surfperch like hangin’ around any kind of structure, like rocks, jetties, or even sunken ships. So, keep your line close to them spots and you might just reel in a big ol’ one.
Now, as for fishin’ gear, it’s not too complicated. You just need a sturdy rod and reel, ‘cause while them surfperch ain’t the biggest fish out there, you still need somethin’ tough to handle ‘em. You’ll find a lotta folks use two hooks sized #4 or #2, so it’s best to keep it simple. Make sure to bring the right terminal tackle too, like sinkers and swivels, so your line don’t get all tangled up.
Even though them surfperch can be caught year-round, the best time to catch ‘em is during them warmer months, especially in the spring and early summer. That’s when the fish are in the mood to gather up close to shore. Don’t let ‘em fool ya though—sometimes the fishin’ can be a little tricky, so you’ll need to pay attention to the tides. When the tide’s low, go scout ‘round, but when it’s high and comin’ in, that’s when the fish are most likely to bite.
And let me tell ya, if you plan on keepin’ them fish, the bag limit’s real generous—15 fish per day, all total, for the surfperch. So, if you’re lucky and catch a mess of ‘em, you can take home a good ol’ pile for dinner. But always be mindful of them rules, so you don’t overdo it and end up in trouble.
Now, if you ask me, fishin’ for surfperch in Oregon is one of them best-kept secrets. There’s plenty of places along the coast to find ’em, but not too many folks take advantage of it. So, if you get a chance, grab your gear and head on out. Ain’t nothin’ like the feel of a good fish on the line, and there’s plenty of space for all y’all to enjoy the fun.
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