And I thought I was the only OFFer to fish the Riverfront, but yes, there are some good size Smallmouth, some giant Carp (hardest fighting fish you will ever catch out of the Willy, besides sturgeon, salmon, and steelhead).
I have even seen a couple 45 inch Sturgeon caught right behind the Willamette Queen, and loads of Squawfish that are over 24 inches.
If anyone ever sees a kid with more than two poles and a longboard (poleholder) sittin on the dock, thats me.
Has anyone ever caught any Channel Cats in the Willy around Salem, I know they are rare, but I try all the time.