About Your Guide

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Mike Sexton

Independent Guide
Instructional
Talkative
Laid-back
Quality
Comfortable
Beginner Oriented
Captain Mike has over 30 years' experience on the Cowlitz, Lewis and Columbia rivers also guiding in open waters from Oregon to Alaska. My knowledge of all Pacific Northwest rivers and the habits of its prized Steelhead and Salmon will put your catches above the rest.

Guided Cowlitz River Steelhead Fishing in the winter season offers opportunities for some world class sized Steelhead that justifies the extra layer of clothing. The Cowlitz River Winter Steelhead run is from January through the 1st week of April. Fishing for winter steelhead we will be bobber dogging beads and bait.

I provide the highest quality gear, a 27' Thor Built jet sled, the most fishiest boat out there, Edge Rods and the best baits available. I use Shimano and Daiwa reels and the best and proven highly effective methods. All bait and tackle included. Clients will need a Washington freshwater license and punch card. Dress for winter conditions, rain gear and layers. Client responsible for food and drink. Coast Guard licensed. Fish on!!

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Mike Sexton

Mike Sexton

Independent Guide
Captain Mike has over 30 years' experience on the Cowlitz, Lewis and Columbia rivers also guiding in open waters from Oregon to Alaska. My knowledge of all Pacific Northwest rivers and the habits of its prized Steelhead and Salmon will put your catches above the rest.

Guided Cowlitz River Steelhead Fishing in the winter season offers opportunities for some world class sized Steelhead that justifies the extra layer of clothing. The Cowlitz River Winter Steelhead run is from January through the 1st week of April. Fishing for winter steelhead we will be bobber dogging beads and bait.

I provide the highest quality gear, a 27' Thor Built jet sled, the most fishiest boat out there, Edge Rods and the best baits available. I use Shimano and Daiwa reels and the best and proven highly effective methods. All bait and tackle included. Clients will need a Washington freshwater license and punch card. Dress for winter conditions, rain gear and layers. Client responsible for food and drink. Coast Guard licensed. Fish on!!
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
63 pound Chinook
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Salmon
What’s your favorite band?
Ted Nugent
What’s your drink of choice?
Modelo
How did you get started guiding?
Fishing all the time as a hobby.
What makes you different from other guides?
Honest, driven and good at what I do. Over 30 years experience.

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
63 pound Chinook
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Salmon
What’s your favorite band?
Ted Nugent
What’s your drink of choice?
Modelo
How did you get started guiding?
Fishing all the time as a hobby.
What makes you different from other guides?
Honest, driven and good at what I do. Over 30 years experience.
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Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead

100% (1) 1 - 12 People 8 Hours From $825
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead

About Your Trip

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

I have over 30 years' experience on the Cowlitz river. My knowledge of all Pacific Northwest rivers and the habits of its prized Steelhead and Salmon will put your catches above the rest.

Guided Cowlitz River Steelhead Fishing in the winter season offers opportunities for some world class sized Steelhead that justifies the extra layer of clothing. The Cowlitz River Winter Steelhead run is from January through the 1st week of April. Fishing for winter...

About Your Trip

I have over 30 years' experience on the Cowlitz river. My knowledge of all Pacific Northwest rivers and the habits of its prized Steelhead and Salmon will put your catches above the rest.

Guided Cowlitz River Steelhead Fishing in the winter season offers opportunities for some world class sized Steelhead that justifies the extra layer of clothing. The Cowlitz River Winter Steelhead run is from January through the 1st week of April. Fishing for winter
steelhead we will be bobber dogging beads and bait.

I provide the highest quality gear, a 27' Thor Built jet sled, the most fishy boat out there, Edge Rods and the best baits available. I use Shimano and Daiwa reels and the best and proven highly effective methods. All bait and tackle included. Clients will need a Washington freshwater license and punch card. Dress for winter conditions, rain gear and layers. Client responsible for food and drink. Coast Guard licensed. Fish on!!
Amenities

Water Type

River

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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

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

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Boat photo for Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Boat photo for Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
Boat Type
Jet Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Thor Built
Boat Length
27'
Boat Restroom
No

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Jet Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Thor Built
Boat Length
27'
Boat Restroom
No
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Recent Reviews of Mike's Guide Service

5.0
based on 1 review

Dan

Verified Review

Mike was a great guide. Full of information and the right amount of conversation and appropriate silence. It was a life long goal of mine to catch a steelhead and Mike put me on many fish. Thanks Mike

Dan

Verified Review

Mike was a great guide. Full of information and the right amount of conversation and appropriate silence. It was a life long goal of mine to catch a steelhead and Mike put me on many fish. Thanks Mike
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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Technique

Type of Fishing

Recent Fishing Reports

Early July 2026
Fishing is awesome right now!
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Mid May 2026
Still catching some nice springers in the Cowlitz river.
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Mid April 2026
Spring Chinook are showing in the Cowlitz and Lewis rivers, today we hooked three and Friday we hooked three. Things are shaping up!
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Mike's Guide Service Photo Gallery

Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
Winter Cowlitz River Steelhead
November 20th, 2025
Toledo, Washington
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