Damn Good Nearshore Fishing Charters In The Wilson River

The best nearshore fishing charters in the Wilson RIver are:

• Izzi's Big Mouth Guide Service
• Caleb's Guide Services

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 2 nearshore trips in the Wilson RIver, and the most popular trips in the area are Tillamook Salmon and Steelhead guided by Caleb and Drift Salmon Fishing guided by Craig.

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Looking for kid friendly nearshore guides / fishing lessons in the Wilson RIver? Check out our beginner and family friendly nearshore guides in the Wilson RIver.

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

The most common fishing techniques in the Wilson RIver are jigging, light tackle fishing, and trolling but artificial lure fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.

Prices for nearshore fishing in the Wilson RIver can range anywhere from about $440 to $2,800, but the average price for a full day trip for nearshore fishing in the Wilson RIver is $1,346.

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 nearshore fishing in the Wilson RIver is fall, and most anglers book their trips 12 days in advance.

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