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Columbia River Trophy Salmon

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River Fishing Trip in Portland

Portland Salmon And Steelhead

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Willamet Spring Chinook

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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, River Fishing Charter near Portland

Tillamook Salmon And Steelhead

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20 ft 1 - 16 People From $775
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Inshore, Nearshore, River Fishing Charter near Portland

Drift Salmon Fishing

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Inshore Fishing Charter near Portland

Inshore-Jetty Salmon Fishing

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River Fishing Trip near Portland

Nehalem Oregon Salmon

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Columbia River Salmon & Steelhead

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Everything to Know About Booking a Portland chinook salmon fishing charter

What are the best chinook salmon fishing charters in Portland?

Why should I book a chinook salmon fishing charter in Portland with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 8 chinook salmon trips in Portland, and the most popular trips in the area are Columbia River Chinook Salmon guided by Jason, Portland Salmon and Steelhead guided by Caleb, and Half day trip guided by Caleb.

Our guides in Portland are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3806 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 chinook salmon guides / fishing lessons in Portland? Check out our beginner and family friendly chinook salmon guides in Portland.

What types of chinook salmon fishing charters are common in Portland?

River fishing is the most popular type of fishing for chinook salmon in Portland as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Portland are light tackle fishing, trolling, and drift fishing but jigging and artificial lure fishing are popular as well.

How much do Portland chinook salmon fishing charters cost?

Prices for chinook salmon in Portland can range anywhere from about $450 to $2,000, but the average price for a half day trip for chinook salmon in Portland is $516. The average price for a full day trip for chinook salmon in Portland is $1,186.

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 chinook salmon fishing in Portland?

The most popular season for chinook salmon fishing in Portland is spring, and most anglers book their trips 4 days in advance.

Do I need a Portland fishing license for chinook salmon and what are the bag limits for chinook salmon 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

  • ★★★★★
    We couldn't have had a better time with Capitan Caleb! Fishing was tuff but he kept searching until he got us hooked up! 100% I recommend him!

    Britton G. | June 30, 2024

    Trip: Astoria oregon fishing trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had an awesome time with caleb, would highly recommend.

    Danial G. | October 10, 2023

    Trip: Nehalem Oregon Salmon

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