Damn Good Cod Fishing Charters In Astoria

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 1 cod trip in Astoria: Astoria Salmon Fishing at Buoy 10 guided by Herman.

Our guides in Astoria are rated a 4.86 out of 5 based on 5156 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.

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Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for cod in Astoria as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and nearshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Astoria are artificial lure fishing, cut bait fishing, and jigging but trolling and artificial lure fishing are popular as well.

Prices for cod in Astoria can range anywhere from about $300 to $990, but the average price for a half day trip for cod in Astoria is $525. The average price for a full day trip for cod in Astoria is $675.

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.

The most popular season for cod fishing in Astoria is fall, and most anglers book their trips 64 days in advance.

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 fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Astoria.