Top Rated Fishing Charters in Portland, Oregon

Q: Who are the best rated guides in Portland?

Some of the best rated guides in Portland are: Calebs Guide Services In the ZONE Fishing Matt Halseth Guide Service Rob's Greenwater Guide Service Rivertrek NW – Salmon, Steelhead and Sturgeon Fishing Chicken Little’s Guide Service Brandon Gray's Guided Fishing Ocean Obsession Guide Service Fisheng Guide Service Phil Wildman Outdoor Adventures

Q: What are the top fishing types in Portland?

Some of the best trip types in Portland are: River Fishing Inshore Fishing Offshore Fishing Backcountry Fishing Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing Wrecks/Reefs Fishing Flats/Shallows Fishing Shore Fishing

Q: What are the top species I can catch in Portland?

Some of the top fish species you can catch in Portland are: Albacore Tuna Atlantic Cod Atlantic Halibut Black Rockfish Black Sea Bass Blue Rockfish Brown Trout Cabezon Canary Rockfish Chilipepper Rockfish

Q: Do I need experience to go on a Fishing Charter?

Absolutely not! Most charter captains welcome anglers of all skill levels and specialize in teaching beginners. Many charters are family-friendly and will teach basic fishing techniques, help with equipment, and ensure everyone has a great time. Let your captain know your experience level when booking so they can tailor the trip accordingly.

Portland Fishing Charters (44 charters available)

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Astoria, Oregon

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Praised for exceptional local knowledge and consistent fish catches on Columbia River

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1-6 Guests

6-8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$200

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Oregon Coast

6 years experience • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing

1-6 Guests

2-6 Hours

10 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$150

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Portland, OR

14 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Bass Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing • Freshwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Customers rave about consistent limits and Matt's expertise in salmon and steelhead fishing

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2-6 Guests

8 Hours

7 Trips

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Starts from$275

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Rogue River

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Praised for exceptional river knowledge and helping guests land impressive steelhead catches

(7)

2-8 Guests

4-7 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$300

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Portland

7 years experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Bass Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing • Freshwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Praised for expert local knowledge and helping anglers land trophy catches and personal bests

(5)

4-8 Guests

5-8 Hours

3 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$250

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Lincoln City, OR

5 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing

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Customers rave about Kenny's expertise leading to successful Chinook salmon catches

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1-6 Guests

4-7 Hours

2 Trips

Available in 9 Months

Starts from$175

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Oregon Coast

5 years experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Praised for landing trophy salmon and chinook with expert local knowledge

(12)

1-4 Guests

4-8 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$225

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Columbia River

26 years experience • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

1-6 Guests

8 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$150

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Portland, OR

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Praised as the best fishing guide in town for his knowledge and fish-catching success

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4-12 Guests

5-8 Hours

3 Trips

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Starts from$500

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Portland, OR

24 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing

1-6 Guests

8 Hours

1 Trip

Available This Week

Starts from$225

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Tillamook, OR, United States

18 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Praised for expert local knowledge and helping guests consistently catch limits

(10)

1-3 Guests

8 Hours

2 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$275

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Portland, OR

15 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing

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Guests say they couldn't have asked for a better fishing trip experience

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6-8 Guests

4-8 Hours

17 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$350

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Ratings & Reviews Summary in Portland

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Fishing in Portland, Oregon offers diverse opportunities across the Columbia River and Nehalem Bay, where anglers target Chinook salmon, Coho salmon, Sockeye, sturgeon, steelhead, lingcod, and walleye using trolling techniques and quality gear. Guided trips accommodate both novice and experienced fishers, with captains known for finding productive spots even in challenging conditions and teaching proper techniques throughout the day. Families appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, with guides skilled at working with children and creating memorable experiences. Many trips yield impressive catches, including massive sturgeon requiring extended fights, while professional preparation and willingness to adjust locations ensure consistent success rates that keep anglers planning return visits.

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Portland

5.0 / 5.0

Based on 19 reviews by Guidesly users

Tom

October 8, 2026

Trip taken October 5, 2026

Offshore, AM - 5.00hour Trip

6:30 AM - 11:30 AM

2 Guests

We didn't have kids and I am not an expert angler (by a long shot) so couldn't do badges in those categories. Our guide, Thomas Walton, was awesome. He is very knowledgeable and had everything setup and ready to go when we got there. He was very friendly and shared his experience to help us learn how to fish 🐟 better. I would definitely recommend Apocalypse Guide Service to others.

Portland

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Praised for expert local knowledge and helping anglers land trophy catches and personal bests

(5)

4-8 Guests

5-8 Hours

3 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$250

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Ken Zandecki

September 24, 2026

Trip taken September 24, 2026

River, AM - 6.00hour Trip

7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

6 Guests

Awesome day on the river with Brock! Brock put us on the fish immediately and we had a great time! At the end we even picked up some crab from the pots that Brock had set up! Great guid and great experience would highly recommend!

Astoria, Oregon

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Praised for exceptional local knowledge and consistent fish catches on Columbia River

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1-6 Guests

6-8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$200

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Jane Gallo

September 23, 2026

1 Guest

What a great time!! Loved every minute of it. I learned alot as I'm not a fisher person. But Kenny AKA George was awesome and patient with me. But at the get go my brother and I caught huge salmon at the same time. A very fun, great day had by all. Thanks Kenny.

Lincoln City, OR

5 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing

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Customers rave about Kenny's expertise leading to successful Chinook salmon catches

(5)

1-6 Guests

4-7 Hours

2 Trips

Available in 9 Months

Starts from$175

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Chris Wilson

September 18, 2026

1 Guest

We had an absolutely fantastic time fishing with Captain Eugene at Pacific Odyssey in Pacific City, Oregon! Our group included my parents, my wife, our 12-year-old son, and me, and it was an experience our whole family will remember. Taking the dory boat out on the ocean was an adventure in itself, and Captain Eugene did a great job making the trip enjoyable for everyone. We had a great day on the water and caught almost our limit of lincod and sea bass! It was especially exciting to see our 12-year-old son enjoying the experience and being part of the action. Captain Eugene was great to fish with, and we really appreciated his knowledge, professionalism, and effort in making the trip such a success. The combination of the beautiful Oregon coast and the fun fishing made for an unforgettable family outing. We highly recommend Pacific Odyssey and Captain Eugene to anyone looking for a great fishing adventure in Pacific City.

Oregon Coast

6 years experience • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing

1-6 Guests

2-6 Hours

10 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$150

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Jerry Bohnsack

September 12, 2026

1 Guest

We had a great 2 day experience with Don fishing the Columbia River. Slow bite day 1st day but super 2nd day!! Capt. Dan was great. Was right on time to pick us up and explained the process to us clearly. Boat was well equipped and comfortable. Dress for cool weather!!! Would recommend and definitely coming back to fish with Capt Don next year.

Columbia River

1-6 Guests

8 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$150

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Top Species

Albacore Tuna

Atlantic Cod

Atlantic Halibut

Black Rockfish

Black Sea Bass

Blue Rockfish

Brown Trout

Cabezon

Canary Rockfish

Chilipepper Rockfish

Chinook Salmon

Chum Salmon

Coho Salmon

Common Carp

Copper Rockfish

Cutthroat Trout

Green Sturgeon

Kelp Greenling

Lake Sturgeon

Lake Trout

Largemouth Bass

Lingcod

Pacific Halibut

Rainbow Trout

Sea Bass

Sea Trout

Shad

Shortnose Sturgeon

Smallmouth Bass

Sockeye Salmon

Steelhead Trout

Striped Bass

Tiger Rockfish

Walleye

White Perch

White Sturgeon

Widow Rockfish

Yellowedge Grouper

Yelloweye Rockfish

Yellowtail Rockfish

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