5.0(2 Reviews)Puget Sound Guided Salmon Fishing Charter Seattle
5.0(2 reviews)
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
6hour private salmon charter targeting Chinook, Coho, and Pink salmon28foot Tollycraft with climatecontrolled cabin and private bathroom includedProfessional trolling gear and electronics provided with USCGlicensed captain
Want to hit the water when salmon are running hot? Our 6-hour private charter out of Edmonds puts you right in the middle of Puget Sound's legendary salmon action. Captain Chris knows these waters like the back of his hand, and he'll put you on fish during the peak Salmon Rush from June through October. We're talking Chinook, Coho, and Pink salmon—the holy trinity of Pacific Northwest fishing. This isn't some crowded party boat deal either. You get the whole 28-foot Tollycraft to yourself and up to three buddies, complete with a heated cabin and private head for those chilly morning starts.
We kick off at 6:00 AM sharp from Edmonds—prime time when the bite is usually best. The early bird really does catch the worm, or in this case, the salmon. Your captain will have already checked the latest fish reports and tide charts, so you're heading straight to where the action is. The boat's rigged with top-shelf electronics including sonar and GPS, plus we've got all the professional trolling gear you need. Don't worry about bringing anything except your camera and maybe some snacks—we handle the tackle, bait, and all the technical stuff. You can even grab your fishing license right on board if you forgot to get one beforehand. The trip runs until we hit our six-hour mark or you limit out, whichever comes first. Trust me, filling the cooler early is a good problem to have.
We run a proven trolling spread that's dialed in for Puget Sound conditions. Depending on what the fish are doing, we might pull flashers and hoochies, spoons, or cut-plug herring behind dodgers. The key is covering water and finding the right depth where salmon are cruising. Our downriggers let us get baits down to where the big kings like to hang out, sometimes 60 feet or more. The boat's equipped with four rod setups, so everyone stays busy. When you hook up, you'll feel the difference our quality gear makes—smooth drags and responsive rods that let you actually fight the fish instead of wrestling with cheap equipment. Captain Chris will coach you through the whole process, from setting the hook to bringing your fish to the net. Even if you're new to salmon fishing, you'll be trolling like a pro by the end of the day.
"Professional, courteous, and knowledgeable, with clean boats and excellent equipment—everything came together for an amazing day on the water. We maxed out our catch! Great job, Captain Chris!" - Oliver
"We had four people on board and caught 7 pink salmon—just one shy of our limit! Most were nice-sized fish. Thank you, Captain Chris, for an incredible day on the water!" - Bonnie
Chinook salmon are the crown jewel of Puget Sound fishing, and for good reason. These bruisers can push 30 pounds or more, though most fish we see run 15-25 pounds—still enough to make your arms burn. Kings are available pretty much all season, but they really turn on during late summer and early fall. What makes them special isn't just the size, it's the fight. A big Chinook will strip line off your reel like it's going out of style, then turn around and bulldoze straight down. The meat is rich and buttery, perfect for the grill or smoker. Plus, there's serious bragging rights that come with landing a Puget Sound king.
Coho salmon might be smaller than their Chinook cousins, but they make up for it with pure attitude. These silver rockets are absolute acrobats—expect jumps, runs, and every trick in the book when you hook one. Coho typically run 8-12 pounds in our waters, with some pushing 15. They show up strong from July through September, often feeding aggressively near the surface. The action can be fast and furious when you find a school of feeding silvers. Their meat is firm and flavorful, and they're arguably the most fun salmon to catch pound for pound.
Pink salmon are the wild card of our fishery, showing up in massive numbers during odd-numbered years. When the pinks are running, it's some of the most consistent salmon fishing you'll find anywhere. They might only average 4-6 pounds, but what they lack in size they make up for in numbers and willingness to bite. It's not uncommon to hook a dozen or more pinks in a single trip when conditions are right. They're excellent table fare too—mild, flaky meat that's perfect for fish tacos or cedar plank cooking. Plus, they're a blast for kids or anyone who wants steady action.
Look, salmon fishing in Puget Sound doesn't get much better than this. You've got a proven captain, quality gear, and a boat that's built for comfort and fish-catching. The Salmon Rush only runs from June through October, so the window's pretty tight for getting after these fish. Our private charter setup means you're not fighting for rail space or dealing with someone else's schedule—it's your trip, your way. Whether you're looking to put fish in the freezer, introduce the kids to salmon fishing, or just get out there and bend some rods with your buddies, this charter delivers. Don't wait until the season's winding down to book—the best dates fill up fast, especially during peak run times in August and September.
This fully restored 1976 28-foot Tollycraft sportfisher is your ticket to serious salmon action on Puget Sound. Powered by a muscular 357HP Mercruiser that'll cruise at 35 knots, she gets you to the fishing grounds fast and keeps you there comfortably. The climate-controlled cabin with flybridge gives you perfect visibility for spotting bait balls and working structure, while the wireless trolling motor lets you ghost through productive water without spooking fish. Onboard fish finder and GPS keep you on the bite, and when nature calls, there's a private head plus sleeping quarters for those marathon days chasing kings. The icebox and refrigerator keep your catch fresh and drinks cold. Built for up to 6 anglers but configured for 4 on this charter, she's got the space and stability to handle Puget Sound's waters while you work downriggers for chinook or cast for aggressive coho. This is a genuine fishing machine designed by anglers, for anglers.
Oncorhynchus TshawytschaThe kings of Puget Sound, these bruisers average 12-20 pounds but can push well past 30. They're built like torpedoes with silver sides and that signature black mouth. Chinooks love deeper water—we'll find them 60-150 feet down, hugging the thermocline where baitfish concentrate. Early morning trolling works best, especially during our prime June-October season when they're actively feeding. What makes them special? Pure power. When a big king hits, you'll know it—they dive deep and fight hard all the way to the net. The meat is rich orange-red and absolutely primo eating. Here's a local trick: when we mark fish on the electronics, I'll drop our gear an extra 10 feet below them. Kings often sit just under the schools, waiting to ambush. That little adjustment turns follows into hookups.
Oncorhynchus KisutchSilvers are the acrobats of the salmon world, jumping clear out of the water when hooked. They typically run 8-12 pounds with bright silver sides and excellent table quality. You'll find them in mid-depth water, usually 40-100 feet down, often following bait schools along drop-offs and current seams. Peak season runs August through October when they're staging before their spawning runs. Guests absolutely love cohos because they fight dirty—jumping, diving, and making long runs that test your drag. The meat is firm and flavorful, perfect for grilling. These fish can jump up to 6 feet vertically, so keep your rod tip up and line tight. Local secret: when cohos are finicky, try twitching your rod tip every few seconds while trolling. That erratic action mimics wounded baitfish and triggers aggressive strikes. They're smart fish, but that little twitch fools them every time.
Oncorhynchus GorbuschaPinks are the scrappy underdogs of our salmon runs, averaging 4-5 pounds with that distinctive humped back. They show up in huge numbers during odd-numbered years, making for fast action when they're around. You'll find them in shallower water than kings—usually 30-80 feet down, often near structure or current breaks. They love our cooler summer months, especially July through September. What guests love about pinks is the constant action and great eating—their meat has a nice pink color from all the crustaceans they eat. They're also perfect for kids and beginners since they don't require heavy gear. My go-to trick for pinks is running bright pink hoochies or small spoons. When we see them on the finder, I'll speed up the boat slightly—pinks are aggressive and that faster presentation triggers strikes. Don't overlook these fish; they're fun fighters and excellent table fare.
5.0 out of 5.0Professional, courteous, and knowledgeable, with clean boats and excellent equipment—everything came together for an amazing day o...
We had four people on board and caught 7 pink salmon—just one shy of our limit! Most were nice-sized fish. Thank you, Captain Chri...
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