Top Rated Fishing Charters in Washington

Q: Who are the best rated guides in Washington?

Some of the best rated guides in Washington are: The Evening Hatch Fly Fishing Adventures 3lakesflyfishing Primal Angler Chuck's Outdoor Adventures Dave’s Guide Service Miller’s Sportfishing Thunder Outdoors Fishing LC Outfitters Chrome Rangers NW Chrome City Guide Service LLC

Q: What are the top fishing types in Washington?

Some of the best trip types in Washington are: River Fishing Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing Offshore Fishing Inshore Fishing

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

Some of the top fish species you can catch in Washington are: American Yellow Perch Barred Surfperch Black Rockfish Brook Trout Brown Trout Canary Rockfish Chinook Salmon Chum Salmon Coho Salmon Cutthroat Trout

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.

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13 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing

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Customers rave about Jim's fish-finding expertise and entertaining personality

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1-6 Guests

8 Hours

5 Trips

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Starts from$500

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Washington

4 years experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Deep Sea Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

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Customers rave about Captain Lamont's fish-finding expertise and consistent limit catches

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6-8 Guests

2-8 Hours

6 Trips

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Starts from$209

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Snake River

4 years experience

1-6 Guests

5-8 Hours

8 Trips

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Starts from$200

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Woodland, WA

34 years experience

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Customers rave about Chris's river expertise and trophy catches including massive sturgeon

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1-6 Guests

4-8 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$840

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Tri-Cities, Washington, USA

6 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

1-6 Guests

8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$250

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Seattle

8 years experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing

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Guests praise Captain Justin's local knowledge and ability to find fish when others struggle

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1-5 Guests

4-6 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$275

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Washington

38 years experience • Master Guide

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Customers love Chris's fish-finding ability and patient teaching style

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1-6 Guests

4-6 Hours

10 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$285

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Chehalis, WA

28 years experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Praised for exceptional knowledge, great catches, and creating lifetime fishing memories

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1-5 Guests

8 Hours

5 Trips

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Starts from$750

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Port Angeles

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Praised as one of Washington's best guides with superior river knowledge and consistent catches

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1-6 Guests

8 Hours

1 Trip

Available This Week

Starts from$600

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Columbia River

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Praised for remarkable abilities ensuring everyone catches fish with expert guidance

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1-4 Guests

8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$500

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Neah Bay, WA

1-6 Guests

8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$600

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Portland, OR, USA

4 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Drift Fishing

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Praised for his expertise and tireless work ethic finding Columbia River salmon

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1-6 Guests

6-8 Hours

3 Trips

Available in 3 Weeks

Starts from$250

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Ratings & Reviews Summary in Washington

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Fishing in Washington offers diverse opportunities from the Columbia River system to Pacific coastal waters and mountain lakes, targeting salmon, steelhead, sturgeon, halibut, rockfish, lingcod, walleye, and sockeye. Anglers enjoy river trolling, fly fishing adventures on pristine waters like the Stehekin River, and offshore trips up to 30 miles from LaPush. Guides consistently deliver high success rates with many groups hitting limits within hours, while maintaining professional equipment and comfortable boats. The fishing community emphasizes family-friendly experiences with patient instruction for beginners and children, creating memorable adventures across Washington's scenic waterways from Spokane's rivers to Seattle's coastal fishing grounds.

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5.0 / 5.0

Based on 149 reviews by Guidesly users

Bry Elliott

July 15, 2026

1 Guest

Had an amazing time. Leon was not only a great guide but a funny guide. Will fish with Leon again.

Captain Leon Stafford

Replied on July 19, 2026

Thank you so much for the review was a very fun trip for sure.

Snake River

4 years experience

1-6 Guests

5-8 Hours

8 Trips

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Starts from$200

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Peter B

July 8, 2026

1 Guest

We caught plenty of Walleye in just a couple of hours with Vern and ended up keeping more than 20 fish. To finish the trip, Vern took me to target my first Sturgeon. After an exciting 40-minute fight, we landed a 6½-foot gentle giant! Vern is an excellent guide with great communication, quality equipment, and the local knowledge to consistently put you on fish. I'll definitely be booking another trip with him!

Tri-Cities, Washington, USA

6 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

1-6 Guests

8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$250

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Raymond Rudd

May 6, 2026

1 Guest

Tyler is apparently one of the best captains out there. We got our limit & were back in port by 2pm. WHILE OTHERS DID NOT GET FISH. When I got sea sick he did the fishing for me until we got to calmer water. (Others did their own fishing. ) thx Tyler. I’ll get you your gratuity when I get home & the bank clears the details.

Neah Bay, WA

1-6 Guests

8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$600

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Lincoln K.

July 26, 2025

1 Guest

It was my first time in Seattle, and I wanted to catch salmon—Chris made it happen! We had a gorgeous day and experienced an incredible catch-and-release with wild salmon. Chris is not only extremely knowledgeable but also prioritizes safety and follows regulations to the letter. On top of that, he’s kind, funny, and makes the whole trip a blast. A day on the water with him is truly unbeatable. I’ll definitely be booking again soon for more salmon adventures. The area and the salmon lifecycle are fascinating—an absolute must for anyone who loves fishing!

Washington

38 years experience • Master Guide

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Customers love Chris's fish-finding ability and patient teaching style

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1-6 Guests

4-6 Hours

10 Trips

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Starts from$285

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Rafael S

November 2, 2024

1 Guest

Captain Aron was fantastic! He got us on King and Coho Salmon, along with a few other great catches. The equipment was top-notch, and the boat was super comfortable. I’ll definitely book another trip with Aron next time I’m in the area. Thanks so much!

Captain Aron Jennings

Replied on December 6, 2024

Rafael S, Thank you! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time and enjoyed the equipment and boat. We look forward to having you on board again for your next trip. Tight lines!

Chehalis, WA, USA

3 years experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Drift Fishing

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Praised for King and Coho Salmon catches with top-notch equipment and family-friendly approach

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1-3 Guests

8 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$225

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Top Species

American Yellow Perch

Barred Surfperch

Black Rockfish

Brook Trout

Brown Trout

Canary Rockfish

Chinook Salmon

Chum Salmon

Coho Salmon

Cutthroat Trout

Green Sturgeon

Lake Sturgeon

Lingcod

Mountain Whitefish

Pacific Halibut

Pacific Sanddab

Pink Salmon

Rainbow Trout

Sea Bass

Smallmouth Bass

Sockeye Salmon

Southern Flounder

Starry Flounder

Steelhead Trout

Walleye

White Sturgeon

Yellowtail Rockfish

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Who are the best rated guides in Washington?

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What are the top species I can catch in Washington?

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