Umpqua River Fishing Guide – Winter Steelhead & Bass Trips

The Umpqua River is one of Southern Oregon’s premier destinations for winter steelhead fishing, offering powerful fish, scenic canyon stretches, and consistent action during peak season. Fishin Oregon provides fully guided drift-boat fishing trips on the Umpqua near Roseburg for anglers of all experience levels.
From aggressive winter steelhead to seasonal smallmouth bass, the Umpqua delivers outstanding opportunities in a beautiful, lightly pressured river system. Lodging can be included at Seven Feathers Casino.

Umpqua River Fishing Seasons

  • Winter Steelhead: December – March (prime January–February)
  • Smallmouth Bass: Late spring – summer
Winter steelhead are the main attraction and provide some of the hardest-fighting fish of the year.
​Full-day Fishing Trip - $300 per person for 2 or more people.
​$600 for single. (7 hours on the water)

Fishing from Roseburg

Launching near Roseburg allows access to productive middle and lower river sections that feature:
  • Deep holding runs
  • Long tailouts
  • Classic steelhead seams
  • Excellent drift-boat water
These sections consistently produce strong winter steelhead catches when conditions align.

Techniques We Use on the Umpqua

  • Side-drifting with roe
  • Back-bouncing through deeper slots
  • Plug pulling in tailouts
  • Light-tackle presentations in softer water
Our guides focus on precise drift control and boat positioning to keep your bait in the strike zone.

What’s Included on Your Umpqua Trip

  • Professional local fishing guide
  • Drift boat & all safety equipment
  • Rods, reels, bait & tackle
  • Hands-on instruction
  • Fish cleaning at the end of the day
Not included: Oregon fishing license, food, drinks, or gratuity.

Why Fish the Umpqua with Fishin Oregon?

  • Local guides who fish the Umpqua throughout the winter
  • Real-time river condition monitoring
  • Safe, comfortable drift boats
  • Trips customized to your experience level

Book Your Umpqua River Fishing Trip

Winter steelhead dates on the Umpqua fill quickly during ideal river conditions.
📞 Call to reserve your trip: (541)231-9993
📩 Email: [email protected]