Recently Booked Live Bait Fishing Guides In Oregon
Winter Steelhead On The Siletz
Walleye Fishing, Columbia River
Inshore, River Fishing in Lincoln City
Crabbing Siletz River & Siletz Bay
Striped Bass Trips
Sturgeon Fishing Trip
Walleye Fishing, Willamette River
Top Types of Live Bait Fishing Trips in Oregon
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Top Species for Live Bait Fishing in Oregon
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Inshore, River Fishing in Garibaldi
Columbia River Sturgeon Fishing
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What are the best live bait fishing trips in Oregon?
The best live bait fishing trips in Oregon are:
- Caleb's Guide Service guided by Caleb R. with 13 years of experience
- RO Guide Service guided by Riley O.
- AWEsome Adventures guided by Kelly A.
- Fight Club Outdoors Fishing guided by Jay D.
- Keeping It Reel Guide Service guided by Bryan M.
Why should I book a live bait fishing trip in Oregon with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 11 live bait fishing trips in Oregon, and the most popular trips in the area are Winter Steelhead On The Siletz guided by Riley, Walleye Fishing, Columbia River guided by Jay, and Crabbing Siletz River & Siletz Bay guided by Bryan.
Our guides in Oregon are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 9629 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Oregon? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Oregon.
What types of live bait fishing trips are common in Oregon?
Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Oregon as well as river fishing, inshore fishing, and nearshore fishing.
The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Oregon are: 1. chinook salmon, 2. steelhead, 3. coho salmon, 4. sturgeon, and 5. walleye.
How much does an Oregon live bait fishing fishing trip cost?
Prices for live bait fishing in Oregon can range anywhere from about $600 to $2,750, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Oregon is $1,322. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Oregon is $1,709.
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 live bait fishing trip in Oregon?
The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing trip in Oregon is summer, and most anglers book their trips 31 days in advance.
Do I need a Oregon fishing license and what are the bag limits in Oregon?
See here for more information on fishing licenses in Oregon, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Oregon. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in Oregon.
Recent Reviews
From the first handshake at the boat ramp, Riley was friendly, organized, and clearly passionate about guiding. Riley put the boys on fish quickly, adjusted to river conditions, and kept them on quality steelhead all day. Thanks to his experience, river knowledge, my husband and our two sons landed 9 beautiful steelhead and created memories that will last a lifetime. He created a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere with great conversation, helpful tips, and genuine hospitality throughout the trip. If you are searching for a Siletz River steelhead guide, or family-friendly steelhead charter near Lincoln City, you will be thrilled with a guided trip with Riley!!
D'anne R. | December 30, 2025
We had an absolute blast with Captain Kelly. We were all new to Salmon wishing and Kelly took care of it all from bait to fillet. He treated us with respect and did not hesitate when we ended the trip early so we could use the restroom. My mom, girlfriend and I had fish for months by the end of our trip.
Pablo G. | September 5, 2025
Kelly was awesome. He was knowledgeable and made sure our group had a great time AND caught fish! He brought along music AND he even bbq’ed hot dogs and sausages. Great guide!
Dennis F. | August 8, 2025
