Lyons Ferry Walleye Fishing

Written by Toby Wyatt
Posted February 3, 2023
Pre-Spawn Time is when We Can Target these Bigger Fish
January and February offer some of the best walleye fishing of the year. The fish are in pre-spawn mode waking up from a winter slumber as temperatures in the river begin to rise they start to think about spawning.
This pre-spawn time is one of the only times throughout the year when we can target these bigger fish effectively using the jigging technique.
The Place to Be is Lyons Ferry on the Snake River
We take a lead head jig and we bounce it off the bottom with worms it’s a very satisfying way to catch a walleye as it is hands-on you feel the bite you set the hook it’s much more intense than just trolling where your rod is in a holder.
We are currently fishing for walleye in these two areas: Snake River at Lyons ferry at Starbuck and Lyons Ferry and Columbia River at John Day Dam.
For current up-to-date intel, please visit our Walley Fishing Report page.
Our rates for this trip are $275 per person. We provide poles, bait, and tackle and look forward to 8 hours of fishing.
Lodging Suggestions
Lyons Ferry lodging suggestions:
Lyons Ferry KOA: https://g.co/kgs/1m4YxK
Best Western in Dayton WA: https://g.co/kgs/bZgWXX
John Day Dam Walleye lodging suggestions
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/39254608?source_impression_id=p3_1673824011_xh5jpgPbQR9W%2Bk6t
Rufus Hill view motel: https://g.co/kgs/Hf99Us
Three rivers in: https://g.co/kgs/1m4YxK
Locations On Google Maps
Starbuck / Lyons Ferry Marina KOA Holiday
Columbia River at Biggs junction Oregon
Frequently Asked Questions about our fishing trips
HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN I BRING ON MY TRIP?
The legal max boatload is six anglers, but with six full time guides available we are able to accommodate large groups of more than six people.
IS LUNCH/DRINKS PROVIDED ON MY TRIPS?
We do provide a BBQ lunch and drinks on all Clearwater, Snake, and Dworshak trips. Lunch and drinks ARE NOT provided on any of our Columbia River or Grande Ronde river trips.
HOW MANY HOURS ARE WE ON THE WATER?
Look forward to at least 8 hours of fishing unless you book a half day trip, then look forward to 4 hours of fishing
DO YOU PROVIDE ALL THE GEAR WE NEED TO FISH?
Yes, each guide is fully equipped with top-notch rods, reels and bait to ensure success on your trip.
DO I NEED TO PRE-PAY OR PLACE A DEPOSIT DOWN TO HOLD MY SPOT?
We require a 50% deposit at the time of booking, final payment must be made in full 10 days prior to your trip. We do not offer refunds for cancellations or head-count changes made inside 10 days of your trip.
DO YOU CLEAN AND FILLET OUR CATCH?
Yes, all of our guides will clean and fillet your catch unless otherwise specified.