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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in Astoria

What are the best artificial lure fishing trips in Astoria?

The best artificial lure fishing trips in Astoria are:

Why should I book an artificial lure fishing trip in Astoria with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 34 artificial lure fishing trips in Astoria, and the most popular trips in the area are Ocean And Buoy 10 Salmon guided by Jerad, Bouy 10 Chinook & Coho guided by Patrick, and Catch & Release Sturgeon guided by Patrick.

Our guides in Astoria are rated a 4.94 out of 5 based on 8293 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly artificial lure fishing guides / fishing lessons in Astoria? Check out our beginner and family friendly artificial lure fishing guides in Astoria.

What types of artificial lure fishing trips are common in Astoria?

River fishing is the most popular type of fishing for artificial lure fishing in Astoria as well as inshore fishing and nearshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for artificial lure fishing in Astoria are: 1. chinook salmon, 2. coho salmon, and 3. sturgeon.

How much does an Astoria artificial lure fishing fishing trip cost?

Prices for artificial lure fishing in Astoria can range anywhere from about $533 to $2,705, but the average price for a half day trip for artificial lure fishing in Astoria is $1,028. The average price for a full day trip for artificial lure fishing in Astoria is $1,477.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a artificial lure fishing trip in Astoria?

The most popular season to go on a artificial lure fishing trip in Astoria is summer, and most anglers book their trips 58 days in advance.

Do I need a Astoria fishing license and what are the bag limits in Astoria?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Astoria, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Astoria. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in Astoria.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    This was a great charter. Very friendly, patient with beginners, excellent equipment. Caught our limit of Coho and crab. Highly recommend!!

    Christopher R. | July 13, 2026

    Trip: Garibaldi Bottom Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience and trip!! Patrick was the perfect guide, they caught a total of 15 all boys and their granddad love love loved it. Would do it again today if grandma Dee could afford it lol

    Dee S. | July 2, 2026

    Trip: Catch & Release Sturgeon

  • ★★★★★
    Our guidance captain Ken was excellent! Fishing with him everything was relaxing, calm and kicked back enjoyable. Boat was clean and all the gear was wonderful shape. He is a great guide highly recommended. Thanks for everything Ken, we really appreciate it.

    Trenton P. | June 7, 2026

    Trip: Willamette River Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Ken is amazing! He got us on fish and we had a great time! Ken knows how to fish the Columbia and the Willamette. I will definitely be chartering with him again! He taught my son how to filet the fish we caught and my son loved it! My son had the best 18th birthday!

    Elizabeth V. | April 23, 2026

    Trip: Willamette River Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had an great experience out on the ocean with this guide. From the start, everything was well-organized and professional, but still laid-back enough to just enjoy the day. The boat was clean and well-equipped, and you could tell the guide really knew the water and where to find fish. We were on fish quickly, and the action stayed steady throughout the trip. The guide was great about helping when needed but also let us do our own thing, which made it even more enjoyable. Whether it was baiting hooks, giving tips, or netting fish, they were right there without overdoing it. What stood out most was the knowledge and effort—they clearly put in the time to make sure we had a successful trip. We ended up bringing home a solid catch and had a great time doing it. Highly recommend this guide if you’re looking for a fun, productive day on the ocean. I’d definitely book again.

    Drew W. | April 18, 2026

    Trip: Salmon, Bottom Fish& Dungeness Crab

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