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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in the Willamette River

Why should I book an artificial lure fishing trip in the Willamette River with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 1 artificial lure fishing trip in the Willamette River: Willamette River Fishing guided by Ken.

Our guides in the Willamette River are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5945 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 the Willamette River? Check out our beginner and family friendly artificial lure fishing guides in the Willamette River.

What types of artificial lure fishing trips are common in the Willamette River?

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

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

How much does a Willamette River artificial lure fishing fishing trip cost?

Prices for artificial lure fishing in the Willamette River can range anywhere from about $550 to $950, but the average price for a full day trip for artificial lure fishing in the Willamette River is $750.

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 the Willamette River?

The most popular season to go on a artificial lure fishing trip in the Willamette River is fall, and most anglers book their trips 10 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    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

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