As the fall approaches, so does the golden Chinook season in Tillamook Bay, and it would be a shame not to make the most of it.
"Had a great day out with Eric. He knows where to go and we caught several fish." — Stephanie,
If you're up for a fishing adventure in the rich waters of Oregon in the Nehalem area, Pacific Roots Adventures is the best choice! Captain Kyle Uptegrove has been fishing the rivers here for over 20 years, so you can be sure that he knows all the b
"it took the whole time to catch a salmon but the captain kept trying different areas." — Kim,
Book your next trip with Woodys Northwest Fishing & Fun and find out what keeps anglers coming back to Wheeler for more. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Michael can tell you all about them.
"Awesome experience! Mike was booked, but found us Jamison to guide our fishing trip." — Laurie,
Welcome to Izzi's Big Mouth Guide Service, a fishing guide service based in Garibaldi, Oregon that also operates in Tillamook and Netarts Bay, Buoy 10 fishery, all the Columbia River, and everything in between.
"Had a fantastic time with Izzi’s Big Mouth Guide Service and Captain Izzi!" — Gunner,
When you're in the mood to chase magnificent fish and enjoy intense fishing action, turn to Woodys Northwest Fishing & Fun! Hit the waters of Tillamook Bay with Captain Michael Woodward, and he'll make it his mission to take you to the bes
"Three of us in from Idaho and Kansas. The girl from Kansas landed two nice chinook salmon." — Shelly,
Make some memories in Garibaldi and go fishing with TraySea Lynn Sportfishing. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Cory can tell you all about them.
"My kids made the trip in our place because of a medical emergency and they have nothing but excellent things to say about Captain Corey and his mate." — Carl,
Pacific Offshore Charters is owned and operated by Captain Andy Karlovic. Its mission is to provide a safe, educational, and fun fishing experience in the great Pacific Ocean around Garibaldi, Oregon.
"Andy is a very knowledgeable and professional captain to fish with." — Zach,
If you've heard of Buoy 10 of the Columbia River, but you've never had the chance to cast your line in these productive fishing grounds, then it's high time to give it a go.
"Years of unsuccessful guided trips, I had given u onpating thousands for a day long boat trip." — Melody,
Join Every Tide Guide Service fishing the rivers and inshore ocean waters of the Pacific North West. Owner and guide Hunter Wilson is a lifetime lower Columbia resident fisherman.
"My son and I had an incredible day on the water with Captain Hunter." — Nicholas,
Nehalem, Oregon, is a premier fishing destination along the scenic North Coast, renowned for its dynamic salmon runs and diverse angling opportunities. The Nehalem River and Bay provide optimal conditions for targeting Chinook and Coho salmon, with peak seasons from early autumn through early spring. These waters host some of Oregon's largest Fall Chinook, often exceeding 40 pounds, offering thrilling battles in the shallow estuary environments.
Beyond salmon, charters frequently pursue Steelhead during winter months and Sturgeon year-round, while ocean excursions near Cape Falcon yield Lingcod, Rockfish, and seasonal Halibut. Summer months add Smallmouth Bass and Shad to the mix, creating year-round variety. Many charters incorporate crabbing into full-day adventures, allowing anglers to pull pots teeming with Dungeness crab.
Experienced local captains leverage decades of knowledge to navigate the region's unique tides, structures, and migration patterns. Their well-equipped boats feature specialized gear for diverse techniques, from trolling the bays to bottomfishing offshore reefs. This versatility ensures productive outings whether targeting trophy salmon in the river mouth or feisty rockfish in the Pacific.
