Damn Good River Fishing Guides In The Pacific Ocean

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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in the Pacific Ocean

What are the best river fishing trips in the Pacific Ocean?

The best river fishing trips in the Pacific Ocean are:

Why should I book a river fishing trip in the Pacific Ocean with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 1 river trip in the Pacific Ocean: Columbia River Salmon & Steelhead guided by David.

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 river guides / fishing lessons in the Pacific Ocean? Check out our beginner and family friendly river guides in the Pacific Ocean.

What types of river fishing trips are common in the Pacific Ocean?

The most commonly sought after species for river fishing are: 1. chinook salmon, 2. coho salmon, and 3. steelhead.

The most common fishing techniques in the Pacific Ocean are artificial lure fishing, drift fishing, and heavy tackle fishing but light tackle fishing and trolling are popular as well.

How much does a Pacific Ocean river fishing trip cost?

Prices for river fishing in the Pacific Ocean can range anywhere from about $660 to $1,540, but the average price for a full day trip for river fishing in the Pacific Ocean is $1,100.

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 river fishing in the Pacific Ocean?

The most popular season for river fishing in the Pacific Ocean is summer, and most anglers book their trips 0 days in advance.

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

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

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