Recently Booked Bottom Fishing Charters In Portland, Or
Sturgeon Fishing
Salmon, Steelhead & Sturgeon Trip
Inshore, River, Lake in Tillamook
Oregon Chinook Trip (Spring & Fall)
Inshore, Nearshore, River in Tillamook
Oregon Crabbing Trip
Salmon Fishing And Crabbing
Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Garibaldi
Salmon, Rockfish, Lingcod, & Crab
Top Types of Bottom Fishing Trips in Portland
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Everything to Know About Booking a Portland bottom fishing charter
What are the best bottom fishing charters in Portland?
The best bottom fishing charters in Portland are:
- River Wanderer Outdoors guided by Jerad S.
- Brokenback Sturgeon Fishing guided by Charles W.
- RiverTrek Northwest guided by Wade G.
- AWEsome Adventures guided by Kelly A.
- Reel 'Em Up Fishing Adventures guided by Rod S.
Why should I book a bottom fishing charter in Portland with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 16 bottom fishing trips in Portland, and the most popular trips in the area are Sturgeon Fishing guided by Wade, Salmon, Steelhead & Sturgeon Trip guided by Dave, and Oregon Chinook Trip (Spring & Fall) guided by Ted.
Our guides in Portland 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 bottom fishing guides / fishing lessons in Portland? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in Portland.
What types of bottom fishing charters are common in Portland?
River fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in Portland.
The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in Portland is sturgeon.
How much do Portland bottom fishing charters cost?
Prices for bottom fishing in Portland can range anywhere from about $520 to $2,250, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in Portland is $734. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in Portland is $1,300.
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 bottom fishing charter in Portland?
The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in Portland is fall, and most anglers book their trips 41 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 guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in Portland.
Recent Reviews
Rod is excellent, patient and super knowledgeable! We had an excellent time with him. His boat is great and has a ton of space.
Peter I. | September 19, 2026
Patrick was absolutely fantastic! We just finished a sturgeon fishing trip with him, and it was easily one of the best fishing experiences we’ve ever had. He was incredibly knowledgeable and patient. Was a great experience for our almost 16 year old. He got to pull in multiple sturgeons and a few flounder. I especially appreciated that he truly let them participate and actually fish rather than just watching from the sidelines. We’ve been on fishing trips all around the world, and this experience genuinely stood out as one of the very best. Thank you!!! We highly recommend him!
Lindsey P. | July 23, 2026
Trip: Catch & Release Sturgeon
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
It was a really nice experience we had with Wade. It was a windy day, but we were lucky that day so we caught a lot of crabs. He is a very friendly and knowledgeable person.
Ly B. | November 30, 2025
Trip: Oregon Crabbing Trip
This was our 2nd time using Wade. He is a wonderful guide and got us on the sturgeon. Our group had an amazing time and we can't wait to book our next trip with Captain Wade!
Richard L. | November 16, 2025
Trip: Sturgeon Fishing
