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 experience some of the best salmon and steelhead fishing in Southern Oregon with Captain Joel. With decades of experience on these waters, Joel knows exactly where to go and what techniques to use to put you on fish. Whether you're after powerful Chinook, acrobatic steelhead, or a mix of both, you’ll be fishing some of the region’s top rivers, including the Coquille River, the Rogue River, Rogue River Bay, the Upper Rogue, and the South Umpqua. Each of these waterways offers incredible fishing opportunities throughout the year, from the famous spring Chinook run on the Rogue to the aggressive winter steelhead of the South Umpqua.

Winter steelhead fishing kicks off at the beginning of December and runs through May 1st, offering some of the most exciting action of the year. These powerful fish are aggressive biters and relentless fighters, making for an unforgettable experience on the water. Whether you’re side-drifting, bobber-doggin’, or running plugs, Captain Joel will have you dialed in on the best techniques to hook into these prized fish. When September rolls around, the focus shifts to fall Chinook, as massive kings push into the rivers fresh from the ocean. These salmon are known for their brute strength and hard runs, providing an adrenaline-pumping fight in the Rogue River Bay and surrounding waterways.

Your trip will be tailored to the river and season, with Joel selecting the best techniques to maximize your chances of success. You might be running plugs for fall Chinook, side-drifting for winter steelhead, or even trying your hand at fly fishing. No matter your experience level, Joel provides top-tier instruction to ensure you’re set up for success. You’ll be fishing from one of his two top-of-the-line boats, either the 17’ Willie Drift Boat, complete with a heater, comfortable seats, and even a pizza oven for warm meals on the water, or the 24’ Willie Raptor Jet Sled, built for covering more ground and handling larger groups.

Everything you need for a productive day is included, from premium G-Loomis IMX rods paired with Shimano, Daiwa, or Abu Garcia reels to high-quality Beckman fishing nets and all necessary bait and tackle. Just bring your Oregon fishing license, dress for the weather, and pack your favorite food and drinks. Responsible alcohol consumption is permitted, and if you’re fishing from the drift boat, you even have the option to cook a meal on board.

No matter the season, Captain Joel is ready to take you on an unforgettable fishing adventure through some of Oregon’s most scenic and productive rivers. Book your trip today and get ready to chase some of the finest salmon and steelhead the Pacific Northwest has to offer!

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 an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

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

Flexible Cancelation

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

Boat Restroom

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

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

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	8 Hours
1 Person	$175.00	$275.00
2 People	$350.00	$550.00
3 People	$525.00	$825.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

Joel G.

About Your Guide

Joel G.

For over three decades I have been fishing the pristine waters of Western Oregon. When I was five years old I caught my first salmon in Tillamook Bay. Since then fishing has been a very big part of my life. I spent my early years fishing the Willamette and Tillamook river systems with my uncle who taught me nearly everything I know about fishing. My family moved to the Rogue Valley in 1993 when I was 11 years old. Shortly after our move my dad bought a new Willie drift boat and immediately began learning the Rogue River. Since then I have spent countless hours learning to fish the waters of Southwest Oregon.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Medford, Oregon

Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Salmon and Steelhead Fishing Trip

Boat Type: Drift Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Willie
Year Built: 2017
Boat Length: 17'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Drift Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Willie
Year Built: 2017
Boat Length: 17'
Boat Restroom: No
Additional Amenities: Boats: Drift boat 2017 17′ X 60″ Willie Drift Boat with a heater, pizza oven, seats with arm rests, with the ability to fish 3 people and a 2018 24′ X 84″ Willie Raptor Jet Sled, plenty of room and has the ability to fish 4-6 people

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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 an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

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

Flexible Cancelation

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

Boat Restroom

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

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Drift Fishing
Fly Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing

Everything Else to Know

All rods, reels, and tackle are included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any gear of your own you want to use 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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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!

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.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, bait, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

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