5.0(1 Reviews)Rockfish Charter – $225 a person Coos Bay
5.0(1 reviews)
Shared Trip
Inshore Fishing
Target rockfish aboard fully equipped 2018 Hewescraft with GPS.Captain Mark LaDuke provides all gear for productive fishing.Shared charter operates from Coos Bay with convenient marina parking.
Looking for some solid rockfish action off the Oregon coast? Captain Mark LaDuke's got you covered with his top-rated rockfish charter out of Coos Bay. At $225 per person, this shared charter gives you access to some of the best bottom fishing on the Pacific Northwest coast. Mark runs a 2018 Hewescraft that's loaded with all the electronics you need – GPS and fish finder included – so you're not just dropping lines and hoping for the best. This is productive fishing where you'll actually fill the cooler, not just get a boat ride. Two-person minimum keeps things intimate, and with all gear provided, you literally just show up with your fishing license and get ready to work some fish.
Captain Mark keeps things simple and effective. You'll meet him at the main boat ramp behind the marina office – right by Monkey Business restaurant, so parking's easy to find. The 2018 Hewescraft is a solid platform for this kind of fishing, stable enough to handle the Oregon swells while giving you room to work multiple rods. Mark's got the electronics dialed in, so he's not wasting your time searching around. He knows where the fish hold, and more importantly, he knows how to put you on them consistently. This isn't about luck – it's about experience and knowing these Coos Bay waters like the back of your hand. The shared charter format means you might fish alongside other anglers, but with the quality of fishing Mark delivers, there's plenty of action to go around.
Rockfish fishing is all about reading the bottom structure and presenting your bait right where these fish live. Mark's fish finder shows the rocky ledges, drop-offs, and structure where yelloweye rockfish hang out, usually in 150 to 400 feet of water. You'll be using heavy sinkers – often 12 to 20 ounces depending on current – to get your rigs down fast and keep them in the strike zone. The technique is straightforward but effective: drop your rig to the bottom, reel up a few cranks, and stay ready. These fish hit hard and fight harder, especially the bigger yelloweye. Mark provides all the tackle, including the heavy-duty rods and reels needed for this deep-water fishing. Bait varies but usually includes rockfish candy like shrimp, squid, or cut herring. The key is staying tight to the bottom where these fish feed, and Mark's got the boat positioning skills to keep you in the zone even when the current's running.
"Phenomenal fishing with Captain Mark. He made it super easy--just show up to the dock, where he is already waiting and ready to go. He put us on the fish, and they just wouldn't stop! Limits of high quality rockfish and lingcod after lingcod. Couldn't recommend Mark enough and hope to be back soon!" - Robert
Yelloweye rockfish are the crown jewel of Oregon's bottom fishing, and these waters off Coos Bay hold some beautiful fish. These deep-dwelling rockfish can live over 100 years and grow to impressive sizes – we're talking 15 to 25-pound fish that'll test your arms and your drag system. Yelloweye are smart fish that live around rocky structure in depths from 180 to 500 feet, making them a challenge that keeps experienced anglers coming back. They're most active during slack tide periods when the current eases up, giving them better feeding opportunities. What makes yelloweye special isn't just their size – it's their fight and their table quality. These fish have firm, white meat that's perfect for fish and chips or grilling, and they don't get muddy-tasting like some bottom fish. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife manages yelloweye carefully with specific seasons and bag limits, so when you hook into one of these beauties, you know you're getting something special. Peak season runs spring through early fall, but Mark knows when conditions line up for the best bite. The scenic Oregon coastline provides the perfect backdrop while you're working these productive waters, and yelloweye rockfish give you that solid, head-shaking fight that makes bottom fishing addictive.
At $225 per person with all gear included, this rockfish charter delivers serious value for anglers wanting quality bottom fishing without the guesswork. Captain Mark's reputation speaks for itself – he puts customers on fish consistently and makes the whole experience smooth from start to finish. The 2018 Hewescraft gives you a professional platform, and Mark's local knowledge of Coos Bay's productive rockfish grounds means you're fishing, not just riding around hoping to get lucky. With yelloweye rockfish seasons regulated and weather windows limited, booking ahead ensures you don't miss out on some of the best bottom fishing the Oregon coast has to offer. Just remember to bring your Oregon fishing license and get ready for some arm-burning action on fish that'll make great table fare and even better fishing stories.
5.0 out of 5.0Phenomenal fishing with Captain Mark. He made it super easy--just show up to the dock, where he is already waiting and ready to g...
Robert F., Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.
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