Columbia River Coho Salmon & Sturgeon Fishing Charters Now Booking Through December 31, 2026 Experience an exciting day on the Columbia River targeting Coho salmon and sturgeon! Whether you’re chasing hard-fighting silver salmon or looking to hook into po
"After spending the last couple years struggling to catch fish on my own, I had the opportunity to go out with EJ." — SARA,
There's a fish with your name on it in Rainier, and Jesse's Guide Service will help you catch it! With Captain Jesse at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.
Ready to cast a line in Oregon City? NW HawgHunters is your ticket! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Bill is prepared to put you on fish.
"my 17 year old son has been begging me to go fishing, but to go fishing to where we hire a guide that can not only help us , but teach us as we go." — Shay,
Book your next trip with Fast Action Fishing Adventures and find out what you're missing on the Washington Coast. Having logged many hours on these waters, Captain Paul can tell you all about them.
Hello, my name is Trevor Torppa and I am the CEO of Chrome City Guide Service. My experience fishing goes back many years.
"Trevor and Zach were awesome guides. Not only did I have a great experience fishing, and landing an enormous King Salmon, but I learnt a lot about fishing in the region and overall just enjoyed spending time hanging out with Zach." — Gordon,
Shirley Catch Guide Service is located in Portland. Their mission is to provide a memorable day out on the water for you. And Captain Zachary's main priority is to take you where the fish are biting.
"I would absolutely recommend Zach at Shirley Catch Guide Service." — Jason,
Black Star Fishing welcomes you to the stunning rivers of Washington State.
"Captain Evan is a great guy, angler, and host. It was a great day fishing with our three teenagers." — Charles,
If you're ready to experience unforgettable sturgeon fishing in Warren and the greater Portland area, Rivertrek NW – Sturgeon Fishing has you covered.
"If you’re on the hunt for trophy sturgeon, Wade is your guy." — Bridgette,
Make the most of your time in Kalama and go fishing with Ney’s Fishing Adventures! Your guide for the day is Captain Nick, who will put his angling experience to work to help make your trip a memorable one.
"My wife and I went out with Cpt. Nick for a 4 hour (3-7pm) trip on the Columbia going after fall Chinook." — Joel,
Rainier fishing charters offer prime access to the legendary Columbia River, celebrated for its world-class salmon runs and diverse fisheries. Located in Oregon's scenic northwest, Rainier serves as a gateway to the Buoy 10 fishery—one of the West Coast's most action-packed salmon destinations. Each summer through early fall, anglers target acrobatic hatchery Coho and hard-fighting Chinook salmon here, with forecasts predicting over a million fish migrating through these waters.
The Columbia River near Rainier delivers exceptional fishing year-round, including trophy Sturgeon, Walleye, and Steelhead. Summer months bring ocean-fed salmon nearshore, while the Cowlitz River tributary—ranked as a top Steelhead producer—adds variety from spring through winter. Anglers can choose between bank fishing at accessible parks and dams or guided boat trips, with professional charters leveraging local expertise to navigate tidal currents and prime spots. Trolling with herring or spinners proves effective for salmon, while jet boats enable exploration of tributaries like the Lewis River.
Rainier's strategic position allows charters to adapt to seasonal peaks: July focuses on Chinook near Nehalem Bay, August-September shines at Buoy 10, and fall transitions to Steelhead. The region's abundant hatchery runs, combined with scenic vistas and tailored guidance, make it a top-tier destination for both novice and seasoned anglers seeking memorable catches.
