About Your Guide

David Mallahan

Independent Guide

Mr. Dave has been a salmon and steelhead fisherman since he was 7. He’s been fishing for them a good 40 years. David has had his own business since 2005. He has a strong feeling for catching fish and loving the great outdoors. David has also made a career in commercial fishing, via this incredible amount of experience he knows the ins and outs of the rivers and stays up to date on new techniques and tactics.

A person can learn a lot from David and his teaching techniques. It doesn’t matter if you’re young or old he’ll accommodate all. David is very passionate when it comes to his work. He works hard to put fish in the boat for his clients. In his off time, he loves to fish, hunt, and cook with his wife, family, and friends.

About Your Guide

David Mallahan

Independent Guide

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Columbia River Salmon & Steelhead

NEW Scappoose, OR 1 - 6 People 8 Hours From $550

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Columbia River Salmon & Steelhead

River, Lake Fishing in Scappoose

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	8 Hours
1 Person	$550.00
2 People	$550.00
3 People	$825.00
4 People	$1,100.00
5 People	$1,375.00
6 People	$1,650.00

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Water Type

River, Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

About Your Trip

Join Captain Dave on the Columbia River system for a Salmon and Steelhead special. Hundreds of thousands of salmon and steelhead come up the Columbia River every year, making trips here extremely productive. This is one of the busiest fisheries in the state offering up year-round action. Not only are salmon and steelhead plentiful, but they also taste amazing.

You will be trolling herring on the incoming tide and anchor on the outgoing tide, running kwikfish. These two methods are extremely productive for catching chrome bright salmon that are only one to two days out of the ocean. These spring salmon are also known as Springers, which are among the very best eating fish in the world.

Captain Dave will take you exploring from the Bonneville Dam to Buoy 10 near Ilwaco, Washington where the Columbia flows into the Pacific Ocean. You will be aboard Captain Dave's 23' Alumaweld utility boat, which is equipped with all the amenities you need for a successful trip including a Fishfinder and an icebox to store your catch. The vessel is powered by twin Yamaha engines with a total horsepower of 450hp.

The Buoy 10 fishery is a well-known hot spot for catching Salmon in the region! Fishing for Sockeye, Coho Salmon, Silvers, Chinook Salmon, and Fall Chinook and the hard-fighting Steelhead during peak times of the year can really produce some great action so book your trip soon. All you need to bring are snacks, drinks, sunblock, and appropriate clothing. Captain Dave will provide all the rods, reels, bait, and tackle.

Amenities

Water Type

River, Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for Columbia River Salmon & Steelhead

Boat Type: Utility Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Alumaweld
Year Built: 2009
Boat Length: 23'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Utility Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Alumaweld
Year Built: 2009
Boat Length: 23'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 450
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Ice Box

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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

	January	February	March	April	May	June	July	August	September	October	November	December
Chinook Salmon	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Not Ideal
Coho Salmon	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Great	Great	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good	Not Ideal
Steelhead	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Great	Great