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.

About Your Trip

Get ready to chase some of the most prized salmon on the West Coast—legendary Rogue River Springers! Join Captain Dillyn for a full-day adventure targeting Spring Run Chinook, one of the hardest-fighting, best-tasting fish to ever swim upriver. These fish are fast, powerful, and show up in big, tidal-driven waves—so when the bite turns on, it's pure chaos in the best way.

You'll be fishing from Captain Dillyn’s brand-new 22’ Willie jet boat, custom-built in 2024 and powered by twin Yamaha engines for a smooth and efficient ride upriver. Outfitted with a full Bimini top and a heater, this boat keeps you comfortable no matter what spring conditions throw your way.

The main technique on this trip is backbouncing cut bait (usually anchovies) while anchored in key travel lanes where the salmon push through. Captain Dillyn knows this river inside and out—he’ll have you posted up in all the right spots where fresh chrome-bright Chinook are pouring in with the tide. When one hits, you’ll know it instantly… and then it’s game on!

This trip is ideal for all skill levels—from seasoned salmon hunters to families and first-timers looking to get in on the action. All rods, reels, bait, and tackle are provided, and Captain Dillyn will clean and fillet your catch at the end of the day so you can take home the freshest salmon possible. Feel free to bring along your favorite snacks and drinks (just no glass), and if you’ve got a favorite fishing playlist, Bluetooth speakers are onboard so you can set the vibe.

With flexible morning departure times between 6:00 AM and 8:30 AM, you can hit the tide at just the right moment. And with kid-friendly and disability-accessible accommodations, this trip is built for everyone to enjoy.

If you're after a shot at one of the most iconic salmon fisheries in the Pacific Northwest, this Rogue River spring Chinook trip with Captain Dillyn is the real deal. Bring your layers, your camera, and your lucky hat—because once these fish start rolling in, you’re going to want to remember every second of it.

Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Boat Restroom

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

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	8 hours
1 Person	$500.00
2 People	$500.00
3 People	$750.00
4 People	$1,000.00
5 People (two boats)	$1,500.00
6 People (two boats)	$1,500.00
7 People (two boats)	$2,000.00
8 People (two boats)	$2,000.00

Pay $100 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know where to put you on fish.

About Your Guide

Dillyn P.

Independent Guide 10 years of exp.

Talkative

Instructional

Quality

Beginner Oriented

Adventurous

Laid-back

About Your Guide

Dillyn P.

Independent Guide 10 years of exp.

Captain Dillyn centers his life around fishing and you will find him on the river whether he is guiding or it’s his day off. He has a passion for teaching and loves nothing more than seeing his clients through on a landing their dream fish. He comes from a line of fishing guides and grew up alongside them fishing the beautiful rivers of the west coast. Rain or shine, he is on the water with the determination to make sure you are having a memorable trip no matter your experience level.

He is fully licensed and insured, so you can rest assured you are in good hands while on your fishing trip!

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Brookings, Oregon

Areas Fished

Rogue River

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Jet Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Willie boat
Year Built: 2024
Boat Length: 22'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Jet Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Willie boat
Year Built: 2024
Boat Length: 22'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 200
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: Full Bimany top and heater

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Boat Restroom

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

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Be sure too bring adequate rain gear as well as warm clothes the southern Oregon coast is always temperamental weather. Pack a lunch and some drinks as well. All bait and gear is provided as well as fish processing.

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%).

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable except for weather-related cancellations. 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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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

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