5.0(1 Reviews)Lingcod Fishing Charter – Oregon Coast
5.0(1 reviews)
Shared Trip
Offshore Fishing
Eighthour shared charter targeting Lingcod and bottom fish speciesAll gear, bait, and safety equipment provided for beginnersChoose between mixed bag or bottom fishing focused trips
When you're serious about bottom fishing along the Oregon Coast, this 8-hour lingcod charter is exactly what you've been looking for. We're talking about a full day on the water with Captain Dave and his crew aboard their rugged 30-foot vessel, targeting some of the most coveted bottom fish in Pacific waters. You'll have two solid options here – go for the mixed bag with up to 5 bottom fish plus 2 lingcod, or stick to pure bottom fishing and take home 10 fish total. Either way, you're set up for success with all gear, bait, and safety equipment included. No need to stress about technique either – our guides will walk you through everything from proper jigging methods to reading your fish finder. Just bring your valid Oregon fishing license and get ready for some serious action.
This isn't your typical half-day trip where you're just getting warmed up when it's time to head back. Eight hours gives you real time to work different spots, adjust your approach, and put some serious fish in the cooler. We'll be departing from one of the local ports along the Oregon Coast, heading out to productive bottom structure where lingcod love to hang out. The beauty of this charter is that it's built for all skill levels – whether you're a weekend warrior or you've never dropped a line in saltwater before. Captain Dave's got decades of experience reading these waters, and he knows exactly where to find the fish based on conditions, tides, and seasonal patterns. You'll be fishing from a stable platform that can handle the Oregon Coast's reputation for rough seas, so comfort isn't an issue even when the fish are biting in deeper water.
Lingcod fishing is all about getting your bait down to the bottom and keeping it in the strike zone. We're using heavy jigs and live or cut bait, depending on what's working that day. The key is feeling the bottom – you want your weight ticking along the rocks and structure where these fish set up ambush points. Captain Dave will show you how to work a proper jigging motion, lifting and dropping your rod tip to make that bait look like an easy meal. The boat's equipped with quality rods and reels that can handle the fight these fish put up, plus we've got a full selection of weights and terminal tackle for different depths and current conditions. You'll also learn how to read the fish finder and understand what you're looking at when we mark schools of rockfish or spot that perfect ledge where a big lingcod might be waiting. Safety gear includes life jackets and all Coast Guard required equipment, so you can focus on fishing instead of worrying about regulations.
"I recently had a great experience going out with Captain Dave and his first mate, Troy. My wife and I had four friends from my college days come from the East Coast to see beautiful Winchester Bay. Captain Dave was recommended to me and we had a very memorable day. He's a skilled Boat handler and his beautiful 30' vessel is rugged and comfortable. Dave and Troy are fun to be with and incredibly knowledgeable. We always felt safe. We caught lots of yellowtail rockfish and a couple canary rockfish. We harvested about a dozen crabs as well. We were treated very well and I plan on coming back to fish halibut in the near future, I hope, all of us enjoyed our experience. It was just what we needed! I give him a top rating!" - Bruce
Lingcod are the main event here, and for good reason. These aggressive predators can grow massive – we're talking fish that can hit 30 pounds or more if you're lucky. They're ambush feeders that lurk around rocky structure, waiting for baitfish, crabs, or anything else that looks like an easy meal. What makes lingcod so exciting to catch is their aggressive strike and the powerful fight they put up once hooked. They'll try to get back to the rocks, so you need to muscle them up quick. The best lingcod action typically runs from late spring through early fall, when they're actively feeding before spawning season. Oregon's regulations are pretty generous too – you can keep fish over 22 inches, and the daily limit gives you a real shot at taking home some quality fillets.
The rockfish species you'll encounter are just as rewarding in their own way. Yellowtail rockfish are probably the most common, and they're excellent table fare with firm, white meat that's perfect for fish and chips. Canary rockfish are another favorite – they're beautiful fish with that distinctive orange coloration, and they fight harder than you'd expect for their size. Black rockfish, copper rockfish, and vermillion rockfish all call these waters home too. Most rockfish hang in schools, so when you find them, you can often fill your limit pretty quickly. They prefer structure just like lingcod, but they'll often suspend higher in the water column. The key is adjusting your depth based on what the fish finder shows and what's biting that day.
This world-class lingcod charter fills up fast, especially during peak season when the fishing is red hot. With only one guest capacity, you're getting personalized attention that you just can't find on crowded party boats. Captain Dave's reputation speaks for itself – customers keep coming back because they know they're going to have a top-rated experience both on the water and at the cleaning table. Whether you're looking to stock the freezer with premium Pacific fish or you want to experience some of the best bottom fishing the Oregon Coast has to offer, this 8-hour adventure delivers exactly what serious anglers are after. Don't wait until the last minute to secure your date – the best fishing days book up weeks in advance, and you don't want to miss out on what could be the fishing trip of the year.
Hit the Oregon Coast waters aboard the 31' Raider, a beast of a fishing machine built for serious lingcod action. Twin 300HP Suzuki engines power this rig up to 50 knots, getting you to the productive bottom fishing grounds fast and keeping you stable when you're battling those big lingcod. The boat's fish finder will help locate schools while the GPS keeps you on the money spots your captain knows best. With room for up to 9 anglers, there's plenty of elbow room at the rail when the bite gets hot. The onboard icebox keeps your catch fresh and your drinks cold during the full 8-hour trip. Safety gear includes radar for those Oregon Coast fog banks and VHF radio for constant communication. The wireless trolling motor lets you drift quietly over structure where lingcod like to hang out. Whether you're targeting your limit of lingcod and bottom fish or focusing on rockfish action, this boat handles the offshore conditions with ease. Handicapped accessible entry makes it welcoming for all anglers ready to experience some of the West Coast's best bottom fishing.
5.0 out of 5.0I recently had a great experience going out with Captain Dave and his first mate, Troy. My wife and I had four friends from my col...
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