Columbia River Salmon And Sturgeon

NEW Dayton, WA 1 - 6 People 4 Hours From $600 Trip #13119
Fishing in Destin
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About Your Trip

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Fish one of the most iconic river systems in the Pacific Northwest where the Columbia and Snake Rivers meet, creating a dynamic fishery known for both hard-fighting salmon and massive sturgeon. This is a full-day, 8-hour trip built around covering water, adapting to conditions, and putting you in the best possible position to succeed.

This isn’t a sit-and-wait kind of day. Your guide stays mobile—targeting productive areas like current seams, deep holes, back eddies, and...

About Your Trip

Fish one of the most iconic river systems in the Pacific Northwest where the Columbia and Snake Rivers meet, creating a dynamic fishery known for both hard-fighting salmon and massive sturgeon. This is a full-day, 8-hour trip built around covering water, adapting to conditions, and putting you in the best possible position to succeed.

This isn’t a sit-and-wait kind of day. Your guide stays mobile—targeting productive areas like current seams, deep holes, back eddies, and structure where fish are actively feeding. Depending on the season and bite, you may fish areas like Drano Lake or other key stretches where salmon and sturgeon stack up.

You’ll be targeting a mix of species including Chinook Salmon, Sockeye Salmon, and White Sturgeon, each offering a completely different experience. Salmon bring fast runs and aggressive fights, while sturgeon are all about raw power—big, heavy fish that test your strength and patience.

Techniques vary throughout the day based on conditions and target species. You might be trolling plugs for salmon, drifting bait along the bottom for sturgeon, or working current breaks and structure where fish are holding. The approach is always adjusted in real time to stay on the bite and maximize opportunities.

You’ll be fishing from a 24’ boat designed to handle big river systems comfortably, with space for up to 6 anglers. All rods, reels, and tackle are provided, set up and ready to go for the day’s conditions.

This trip is about time on the water—having the flexibility to move, adjust, and really work the fishery without rushing. Whether you’re chasing your first salmon or looking to hook into a true river giant, this is a well-rounded, action-focused experience on some of the most productive waters in the region.

Just be sure to bring a valid Washington fishing license with the appropriate catch cards and endorsements before your trip.
Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Languages

English

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

4 hours
1 Person
$600.00
2 People
$600.00
3 People
$600.00
4 People
$600.00
5 People
$750.00
6 People
$900.00
Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

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Leon S.

Independent Guide
US Veteran Veteran
Talkative
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Adventurous
Quality
Captain Leon is a Pacific Northwest native and dedicated river angler with deep roots in the Columbia and Snake River systems. A Navy veteran, he brought his discipline and work ethic back home to Southeast Washington, where he’s spent decades fishing these waters and learning how they change with the seasons.

After an injury shifted his career path, Leon turned his lifelong passion into a full-time pursuit, attending captain school and building a guide business...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Leon

Leon S.

Independent Guide
Captain Leon is a Pacific Northwest native and dedicated river angler with deep roots in the Columbia and Snake River systems. A Navy veteran, he brought his discipline and work ethic back home to Southeast Washington, where he’s spent decades fishing these waters and learning how they change with the seasons.

After an injury shifted his career path, Leon turned his lifelong passion into a full-time pursuit, attending captain school and building a guide business centered around sharing these fisheries with others. His approach is simple—work hard, stay on fish, and never quit on the bite.

He specializes in the nuances of the region, from tracking salmon migration patterns to understanding where sturgeon hold in deep water, adjusting each trip based on conditions like water flow, weather, and seasonal movement.

Leon prides himself on being approachable and high-energy, creating a welcoming environment for anglers of all experience levels. Whether you’re chasing your first fish or looking to dial things in, his goal is to keep the trip safe, productive, and enjoyable from start to finish.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
54lb chinook salmon, 17.59lb walleye
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Walleye

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
54lb chinook salmon, 17.59lb walleye
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Walleye
What’s your favorite band?
Okuma
What’s your favorite movie?
A river runs through it
What’s your favorite sports team?
N/a
What’s your drink of choice?
Ruby red squirt
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Livescope
How did you get started guiding?
Broke my neck and almost died
What makes you different from other guides?
Fish information and habits
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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.
You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.
Dayton, Washington
Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Columbia River Salmon And Sturgeon
Boat Type
Jet Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Boulton Powerboats
Boat Length
24'
Boat Restroom
No

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Jet Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Boulton Powerboats
Boat Length
24'
Boat Restroom
No
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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Languages

English

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
View Full Species Seasonality Chart »
  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

  • Artificial Lure Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Light Tackle Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Everything is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.
You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.
In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.
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