Do you have any advice on catching walleye in the Columbia river?

The answer starts by assuming you are referring to the mighty Columbia River that flows between Washington and Oregon on its way to the Pacific Ocean. With that being said, the best piece of advice you can receive for walleye fishing on the Columbia River is to bring an assortment of tools on your trip. Be sure to include tackle, quality rods and a big net, your going to need it. Weather can be another unpredictable obstacle. It changes virtually overnight. So bring a little something of everything from sunscreen to a winter coat along as well. In return for all of this preparation, the Columbia River will provide you with some of the most exciting walleye fishing of your life. The size of walleye you will be reeling in depends on what portion of the river you are at. Some spots along the river path see walleye hiding out in rocky shoreline areas that reach feeder streams. Another great hot spot are the backwater eddy pools along with Back Bay channel mazes that provide numerous hide outs for walleye. Expert Columbia River walleye hunters do not consider a walleye to be trophy size until it reaches at least 15 pounds. That should give you a good idea of what kind of fish you’re going after. Once you pinpoint a great walleye hideout, there are three basic things to do in order to lure them out and onto your line. Start with a basic “bottom walker” presentation with a weight attached. This will ensure the lure remains along the bottom surface. Walleye prefer to hover a few feet above the bottom. Adjust the weight on the line accordingly to reach this target. The next technique to try is a trolling-minnow mimic situation that has a weight situated just above the lure. As you move through the water, the setting will adjust accordingly to make sure the lure remains on the bottom surface. The final technique to give a shot is a spinner worm combination. This is also done while trolling the river. All of this mixed together should provide for an unforgettable day of Walleye fishing on the mighty Columbia River.