Top Rated Fishing Charters in Washington

Q: Who are the best rated guides in Washington?

Some of the best rated guides in Washington are: Kalama Guide Service The Evening Hatch Fly Fishing Adventures 3lakesflyfishing Primal Angler Chuck's Outdoor Adventures Dave’s Guide Service Miller’s Sportfishing Thunder Outdoors Fishing Darrel DeNune Nature Guide LC Outfitters

Q: What are the top fishing types in Washington?

Some of the best trip types in Washington are: Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing River 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: Black Rockfish Brook Trout Brown Trout Canary Rockfish Chinook Salmon Chum Salmon Coho Salmon Cutthroat Trout Lake Sturgeon Lingcod

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.

Washington Fishing Charters(21 charters available)21 charters available

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Washington

12 Yrs 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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1-4 Guests

8 Hours

5 Trips

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Starts from$450

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Columbia River

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Customers rave about consistent fish catches and James's expert knowledge of prime spots

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5-8 Guests

8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$275

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Washington

3 Yrs 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

Available This Week

Starts from$209

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Woodland, WA

33 Yrs experience

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

(10)

1-6 Guests

4-8 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$840

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Seattle

7 Yrs 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

37 Yrs experience • Master Guide

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

(10)

1-6 Guests

4-6 Hours

10 Trips

Available in 3 Months

Starts from$285

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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

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Starts from$600

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Chehalis, WA

27 Yrs 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

Available This Week

Starts from$750

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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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Portland, OR, USA

3 Yrs 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 4 Months

Starts from$250

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Chehalis, WA, USA

3 Yrs 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 Next Month

Starts from$225

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Rivers, Quinault, WA

10 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Guests say their fishing trip exceeded expectations and was a fun time

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1-3 Guests

5-11 Hours

12 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$175

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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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4.9 / 5

Based on 141 reviews by Guidesly users

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

37 Yrs experience • Master Guide

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

(10)

1-6 Guests

4-6 Hours

10 Trips

Available in 3 Months

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 Yrs 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

(2)

1-3 Guests

8 Hours

4 Trips

Available Next Month

Starts from$225

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Lelia C.

October 5, 2024

1 Guest

Justin is an exceptional captain—he consistently knew exactly where to find the fish and guided us to all the hot spots. His sense of humor and vast fishing expertise kept things fun and educational throughout the trip. He communicated seamlessly with other captains to position us perfectly on the water, and stayed busy making sure our hooks were always baited. He kicked the day off by thoroughly going over safety, which set a great tone. We had an unforgettable time with Justin and will absolutely book him again—if he's available! Our last catch of the day was a young King salmon—it was out of season and undersized, so he quickly removed the hook, let us snap a photo, and released it. It was an overall amazing experience, and we can’t thank Justin enough for helping us create such wonderful memories!

Seattle

7 Yrs 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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Daniel

September 28, 2024

Trip taken September 28, 2024

River, AM - 8.00hour Trip

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

2 Guests

Went out with Jim today for my first time ever, he was super patient and informative on every aspect, put us on good fishing holes, and was extremely knowledgeable… Definitely recommend him, and I will definitely be back out for steelhead

Washington

12 Yrs 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

(28)

1-4 Guests

8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$450

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Bill Bargain

October 12, 2025

1 Guest

I had a very negative personal experience with the owner of this business. Outside of any business transaction, they contacted me via social media and behaved in an aggressive and threatening way — including sending messages that I found hostile and inappropriate. I’ve attached screenshots for transparency and to document the tone and nature of the messages I received. Based on this behavior, I no longer feel safe supporting or recommending this business to others.

Washington

12 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Customers report concerning unprofessional behavior and safety issues

(2)

5-6 Guests

8 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$250

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Top Species

Black Rockfish

Brook Trout

Brown Trout

Canary Rockfish

Chinook Salmon

Chum Salmon

Coho Salmon

Cutthroat Trout

Lake Sturgeon

Lingcod

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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FAQs about Washington

Who are the best rated guides in Washington?

What are the top fishing types in Washington?

What are the top species I can catch in Washington?

Do I need experience to go on a Fishing Charter?