Damn Good Sturgeon Fishing Guides In Portland

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 6 sturgeon trips in Portland, and the most popular trips in the area are Sturgeon Catch and Release guided by Rod, Portland Sturgeon fishing guided by Matt, and Sturgeon Fishing guided by Wade.

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

The most common fishing techniques in Portland are bottom fishing, trolling, and cut bait fishing but sight casting and light tackle fishing are popular as well.

Prices for sturgeon in Portland can range anywhere from about $600 to $2,500, but the average price for a full day trip for sturgeon in Portland is $1,388.

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 sturgeon fishing in Portland is spring, and most anglers book their trips 15 days in advance.

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.