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“Our Damn Good Guides go above and beyond, and we’ve handpicked every single one. We’re passionate about the outdoors and look forward to getting you out on the trip of a lifetime, every time.”

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Chinook Salmon Fishing Guides

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Lake Fishing in Manistee

Manistee Salmon And Steelhead

100% (2) Guided by Lenny
31 ft 1 - 6 People From $800
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

River Fishing in Brookings

Spring Run Chinook

NEW Guided by Dillyn
22 ft 1 - 8 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Kodiak

Raspberry Island Fishing Lodge

NEW Managed by Eric
27 ft 1 - 6 People From $4,000
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

River Fishing in Montesano

Montesano Fishing

100% (1) Guided by Jared
16 ft 1 - 3 People From $700
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, River in Lincoln City

Chinook Salmon Fishing Siletz River

100% (5) Guided by Bryan
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $350
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

River Fishing in Lyle

Fall King/Coho Salmon

NEW Guided by Cory
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $750
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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip

Why should I book a chinook salmon fishing trip with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 80 chinook salmon trips, and the most popular trips are Humptulips River King Salmon Trip guided by Aaron, "Elma's Finest" Jet Boat Trip guided by Chuck, and Crabbing Siletz River & Siletz Bay guided by Bryan.

Our guides are rated a 4.92 out of 5 based on 5944 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? Check out our beginner and family friendly chinook salmon guides.

What types of chinook salmon fishing trips are common?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for chinook salmon as well as river fishing, inshore fishing, and lake fishing.

The most common fishing techniques are artificial lure fishing, light tackle fishing, and drift fishing but live bait fishing and trolling are popular as well.

How much does a chinook salmon fishing trip cost?

Prices for chinook salmon can range anywhere from about $600 to $2,440, but the average price for a half day trip for chinook salmon is $1,058. The average price for a full day trip for chinook salmon is $1,742.

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?

The most popular season for chinook salmon fishing is fall, and most anglers book their trips 38 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    My trip went well, Aaron was very knowledgeable had the Boys on fish. He was very personable both of my sons enjoyed the trip. 5 stars!!

    David K. | September 30, 2025

    Trip: Humptulips River King Salmon Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had an absolute blast with Captain Kelly. We were all new to Salmon wishing and Kelly took care of it all from bait to fillet. He treated us with respect and did not hesitate when we ended the trip early so we could use the restroom. My mom, girlfriend and I had fish for months by the end of our trip.

    Pablo G. | September 5, 2025

    Trip: Salmon Fishing And Crabbing

  • ★★★★★
    It was a wonderful time! We really appreciated everything! Caught over 16 fish between 6 people! Great day!

    Melissa E. | September 2, 2025

    Trip: Beautiful Puget Sound Salmon

  • ★★★★★
    Couldn’t ask for anything more. Captain Rod worked out trip around the weather and accommodated an extra person. Super knowledgeable and willing to educate us about everything we encountered during our charter with him. He knew exactly how and where to target salmon and we limited out! We will return and we will definitely request Rod for our guide. Highly recommend using Captain Rod for a successful, enjoyable and entertaining adventure!

    Reuben F. | August 18, 2025

    Trip: Salmon, Rockfish, Lingcod, & Crab

  • ★★★★★
    Kelly was awesome. He was knowledgeable and made sure our group had a great time AND caught fish! He brought along music AND he even bbq’ed hot dogs and sausages. Great guide!

    Dennis F. | August 8, 2025

    Trip: Salmon Fishing And Crabbing

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