Oregon

Oregon is a fantastic destination for bird and waterfowl hunting, offering a wide range of habitats that are perfect for hunting with sporting dogs. For waterfowl hunters, the Willamette Valley is a prime location, attracting large numbers of migratory ducks and geese each year. Areas around cities like Eugene and Salem offer access to some of the best waterfowl hunting in the state, with numerous wetlands, such as the Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge and the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge, providing ideal hunting grounds for both hunters and their retrievers. In the southeastern part of the state, the Klamath Basin, near Klamath Falls, is another hotspot for waterfowl, where hunters can work their dogs in marshes and on the shores of Tule Lake and Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge.

In addition to waterfowl hunting, Oregon is also known for its excellent upland bird hunting. The rolling grasslands and sagebrush-covered hills of the eastern part of the state, around towns like Bend, La Grande, Baker City, and Burns, offer prime opportunities for pursuing species like pheasant, chukar, and Hungarian partridge. The state's diverse terrain and abundant public lands, such as the Umatilla National Forest and the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, provide ample opportunities for hunters and their dogs to chase upland birds. Whether you're hunting quail in the grasslands of the Columbia Plateau or pursuing waterfowl along the Pacific Flyway, Oregon offers a range of exciting experiences for hunters looking to enjoy time in the field with their dogs, surrounded by the state's stunning natural beauty.