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Recently Booked Artificial Lure Fishing Guides In Portland, Or

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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in Portland

What are the best artificial lure fishing trips in Portland?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 24 artificial lure fishing trips in Portland, and the most popular trips in the area are Willamette River Fishing guided by Ken, Full-Day Columbia River Fishing guided by Ken, and Portland Late Summer/ Fall Salmon guided by Jay.

Our guides in Portland are rated a 4.92 out of 5 based on 7075 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 Portland? Check out our beginner and family friendly artificial lure fishing guides in Portland.

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

River fishing is the most popular type of fishing for artificial lure fishing in Portland.

The most commonly sought after species for artificial lure fishing in Portland are: 1. chinook salmon, 2. coho salmon, 3. steelhead, 4. rainbow trout, and 5. sturgeon.

How much does a Portland artificial lure fishing fishing trip cost?

Prices for artificial lure fishing in Portland can range anywhere from about $525 to $2,440, but the average price for a half day trip for artificial lure fishing in Portland is $1,111. The average price for a full day trip for artificial lure fishing in Portland is $1,404.

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 Portland?

The most popular season to go on a artificial lure fishing trip in Portland is spring, and most anglers book their trips 5 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    My dad and I took an 8 hour guided trip on the Willamette. Ken is very knowledgeable, friendly, professional and prepared. His equipment is all impressive and well maintained, he carefully explained safety procedures, he also happily shared a lot of valuable information with us about future fishing endeavors. We caught a 20 inch “15 lb” silver salmon. We will definitely book another trip with him, likely for springers!

    Mattias O. | October 18, 2025

    Trip: Willamette River Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    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

    Trip: Salmon Fishing And Crabbing

  • ★★★★★
    Been on a lot of fishing trips both sport and commercial and this trip was hands down the best one ever. Craig is one of a kind and knows his shit. We slayed the crab and bottom fish both limited out in minutes it seemed like. Great guide

    Nathan R. | August 18, 2025

    Trip: Garibaldi Bottom Fishing

Other Fishing Techniques in Portland

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