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Fishing Guides & Charters

Book trips with experienced professionals who know Pacific Northwest waters intimately. Our guides and charter captains deliver exceptional fishing experiences.

Fishing with a professional guide transforms your time on the water. These experts have spent years—often decades—learning the nuances of Pacific Northwest fisheries. They know where fish hold, what techniques work in current conditions, and how to put you on fish consistently.

Our directory features licensed, insured guides and charter captains operating across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana. Whether you're targeting ocean salmon and halibut, river steelhead and sturgeon, or mountain trout, you'll find experienced professionals ready to share their knowledge.

Many guides featured here have appeared on Northwest Fishing TV, demonstrating their expertise and commitment to helping anglers succeed. Book with confidence knowing these professionals prioritize safety, fish care, and client satisfaction.

Why Choose Our Directory

What You'll Find

Licensed & Insured

All guides carry proper licensing and insurance

Local Knowledge

Years of experience on Pacific Northwest waters

Quality Equipment

Well-maintained boats and premium tackle

Fish Cleaning

Most guides clean and bag your catch

Guides & Charters Directory

38 listings available

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Amodeo Fishing Northwest

At AMODEO Fishing NW, you can schedule a variety of on-water adventures. Whether it's a hard-core day of salmon fishing at Buoy-10, chasing up-river bright Spring Chinook, Sturgeon retention or catch-and-release, bottom fishing, crabbing, or a troll around Merwin Lake for Kokanee, we do it all. AMODEO Fishing NW has a trip for everyone!

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Anderson Lodge Alaska

Anderson Lodge Alaska is located in Thorne Bay Alaska, on Prince of Wales Island. This small Alaskan town has something for every outdoorsman. Saltwater fishing will fill your freezer with Halibut, Salmon, Lingcod, or Yelloweye just ten minutes from our dock. Fill your soul by freshwater fishing for Steelhead, Salmon, and Trout. Use your favorite fly or spin rod in our pristine rivers, lakes and streams. Charters and self guided skiffs are on-site at our private dock — incredible views are everywhere.Experience a true Alaskan adventure with our Coast Guard Licensed Captains, or a self guided experience with our expert advice, is a phone call away. Explore our hiking trails, watch a summer sunset while paddle boarding down the bay, spend a day foraging for berries and mushrooms, watch your crab buoy out the window, wondering if 6.5 inch Dungeness are filling it as you sleep. We are here not only to make your trip memorable, but to build lifelong memories and stories you will tell your friends and family about for years to come.

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Austin's Northwest Adventures

Austin’s Northwest Adventures strive to create your best outdoor experiences and adventures in Eastern Washington and parts of Oregon. Whether you’re on the water in search of your trophy fish or in the field in search of game, the top priority is to provide you the fish and game experience of a lifetime! They use top-of-the-line bait, equipment, boats, and hunting equipment, coupled with Austin Moser's 20+ years experience in the PNW, to offer you the best outdoor experience. Rest assured every aspect of your trip is carefully planned. All you have to do is show up and slay!

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Big Wally's Guide Service

Big Wally's Guide Service specializes in walleye and bass fishing at Banks Lake, Moses Lake, and Rufus Woods Reservoir. They also target triploid rainbow trout at Rufus Woods Reservoir. Follow them on social media to keep up with their catches!

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Captain Dave's Guide Service

Captain Dave's Guide Service specializes in fishing for Columbia River Kings. Let Captain Dave Grove show you how its done!

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Chrome Inc.

Professional guide Scotty Crawford owns Chrome Inc. Guide Service. He has been fishing the rivers and streams of Washington State for over 30 years, and takes great pride in offering top-tier salmon and steelhead fishing adventures!

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Clumdog Outdoors

Clumdog Outdoors is all about fishing and hunting adventures. It is created to educate and inspire people to go out and enjoy the great outdoors. Our life is full of adventure, whether it be fishing, hunting, camping or just a good time spent in the wild!

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D&H Sport Fishing

D&H Sport Fishing is a second generation guide service, operating on the Columbia River, Cowlitz River, Drano Lake, and Brewster Pool in Washington state. Danny Houfek started the business over 20 years ago, building a strong reputation for unforgettable fishing experiences. His son, Dylan, grew up on the water and developed a deep passion for fishing. By the age of 14, Dylan was helping as a deckhand, and by 18, he officially joined the business. In 2023, Danny retired, and Dylan proudly took the helm, continuing the family tradition.This fish are calling you! Book a trip with them today!

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Darrell and Dad's Family Guide Service

Interested in fishing Lake Chelan? Contact the experts at Darrell and Dad's Family Guide Service! Family fun and epic Lake Chelan fishing expertise, every time.

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Double M Outdoors

Double M Outdoors is a fully licensed and insured fishing guide service. They offer guided fishing trips in Oregon that span from a single day to multiple days. When you book a trip with Matt, you will be with an experienced guide and boat operator. Matt has over 20 years of experience fishing in Oregon rivers. We provide our clients with a safe and memorable trip.

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Drifters Fishing Guide

Drifters Fishing Guide focus on Trolling For Trout in Western Washington Lakes, specializing in Rainbow Trout and Kokanee. Michael Handy has been fishing local lakes for over 50 years and is looking forward to having you aboard!You will enjoy a relaxing day on the water while the guide leads you to the fish. And when done fishing, the catch will be cleaned, bagged, and ready to send home with you. All fishing equipment supplied. Clean New boat with expert guide who is patient, willing to take the time to educate and teach the skills needed to fish local Washington lakes.

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Eagle Charters

Eagle Charters Idaho offers amazing guided tours of Lake Pend Oreille. With over 140 square miles of fishable water, every trip provides the excitement and opportunity to catch a trophy fish! Whether you want to fish or just a scenic tour and cruise on this gem of the Idaho panhandle, Eagle Charters Idaho is proud to be of service. Come onboard and let us show you Pend Oreille, home of the giant Gerrard Rainbows and Lake Trout.

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Fish Baranof

Fish Baranof is your one-stop shop for self-guided saltwater fishing in Sitka, Alaska. We offer packages that include lodging, rental boats, rods, reels, tackle, downriggers, depth finder, VHF, GPS, charts, safety gear and more. If you have big water boat-driving experience and the ability to catch fish on your own, then we are the perfect solution.

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Fish Intimidators

Since 2015, Fish Intimidators has been dedicated to delivering unforgettable fishing thrills in the heart of Washington. Wade Giesbrecht and Dustin Rhoads are the dynamic cousins behind their unparalleled fishing expeditions. With over 25 years of combined experience, they've honed their skills and knowledge to ensure every moment on the water is packed with excitement and adventure. Embark on a journey with Fish Intimidators as they guide you on the Columbia River and surrounding lakes and rivers in Eastern Washington. Get your fix of salmon, steelhead, sturgeon, and walleye! Whether you're seeking a personal escape or planning a corporate outing, Fish Intimidators caters to all, promising an experience like no other. Tight lines!

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Fish on Extreme

If you are looking for a fantastic adventure on the water, you have come to the right place! At FISH ON EXTREME - catching fish is a bonus. Mike Barksdale has been fishing off the Oregon coast for over thirty years. He loves to fish and sharing great experiences of fishing with everyone who steps on the boat. His goal is to make sure your fishing or boating adventure is as enjoyable and exciting as possible. Catching fish is also what we do! Call today at (503) 939-7816.

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Gotta Fish Charters

Gotta Fish Charters offers premiere halibut fishing charters and wildlife adventures on Alaska’s famous Kenai Peninsula. We are located in Ninilchik, Alaska, a small fishing village nestled along the ocean’s coast about 4 hours south of Anchorage.We strive to offer the best halibut and salmon fishing charter trips in Alaska!

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Ilwaco Tuna Club

The Ilwaco Tuna Club is an organization with 103 members (2024) who have a common interest; offshore fishing and a desire to bring value to the local communities that we live in and enjoy. We strive to educate anglers of all experience in saltwater fishing with the latest tactics, strategies and safety preparation through presentations, networking, and club events. We also strive to be an active participant in the Ilwaco Community where the Club calls home!

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Jones Sport Fishing

Jones Sport Fishing is a small family owned fishing outfitter that operates in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. They fish Salmon, Steelhead, Trout, and Walleye on the Columbia, Snake, and Clearwater Rivers as well as American Falls Reservoir, Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir, and Milner Reservoir in Southern Idaho. They hold limited Idaho outfitters licenses on Idaho’s Clearwater River, Idaho’s Snake River, American Falls Reservoir, Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir, and Milner Reservoir.The company is owed and operated by Kyle, Brett, and Dani Jones. They pride themselves on a commitment to excellence and live by the principal that the customers come first. At Jones Sport Fishing, they not only want to be the highest producing boats on the water, but also provide their customers with a fantastic experience. The Jones family wants you to feel as if you are fishing with friends, and strive to have a great time on the water.

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Killgore Adventures

There’s no better way to explore Hells Canyon than with Killgore Adventures. With years of experience, our river outfitters have created a one-of-a-kind experience that’s sure to leave you feeling amazed from start to finish. Our river adventures can be enjoyed through whitewater rafting trips, jet boat tours, fishing trips, and more. Explore one of Idaho’s most remote and scenic landscapes on your next river adventure with Killgore Adventures!

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Livin' Life Adventures

Brianna Bruce, owner and guide of Livin' Life Adventures, has spent years learning Washington’s waters and the fish that swim in them, and loves sharing that experience with others. The goal is to make every trip fun, comfortable, and memorable — whether you’re catching your first fish, your hundredth, or just enjoying a day on the water.She tailors each trip to the people in the boat and what they want from the day, and believes a great trip is about more than just the fish count, it’s about the experience, the memories, and the time spent on the water. She is fully licensed with the U.S. Coast Guard and Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife, and is CPR and First Aid certified. Book a trip today!

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Moon's Guide Service

Moon's Guide Service is based out of Wenatchee Washington and covers most of Eastern Washington for your hunting and fishing needs. Owner and guide Shane Moon's love for the outdoors started at a young age. Today, he spends 250+ days in the field each year, and the older he get the more passion he has for everything outdoors. Shane has worked for some of the top waterfowl and fishing lodges in North America. Eastern Washington has a lot to offer, and he is proud to spend his days catching fish and chasing waterfowl. Moon's guide service specializes in salmon, walleye, kokanee, and sturgeon. Book a trip today on their website!

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Munden's Rising Son Adventures

Growing up in the Pacific Northwest has given Jacob Munden the opportunity to fish and hunt with some of the most successful guides on the water and in the field. On a trip with Munden's Rising Son Adventures, you can expect to not only catch fish or shoot game, but learn successful techniques throughout the day. Their knowledge of local history and the region, as well as over 30 years on the water and in the field will provide not only a successful outdoor experience, but a safe, relaxing, and fun time with family, friends, and colleagues!

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Northwest Fishing Expeditions

Northwest Fishing Expeditions is your go-to source for guided Fishing Trips for Steelhead, Salmon, Walleye & Sturgeon on the Snake River, Columbia River. Offering Custom Jet Boat trips!

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Northwest Rivers Fishing

Northwest Rivers Fishing providez fully guided fishing trips on the Columbia River. Focusing on Walleye, Sturgeon, Salmon, and Steelhead. Follow us on Facebook!

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Okanogan Valley Guide Service

Jerrod Gibbons keeps busy year round guiding predators and steelhead from January through March. Turkey hunting and bass fishing April through May. Spring salmon in June. Summer run Chinook July-August. Fall run Chinook and hunting/scouting deer September. Hunting deer, geese, duck, quail, predators October through December.As owner of Okanogan Valley Guide Service, he will insure, that you will have a memorable experience that you can share with family and friends for years to come.

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Reel Time Fishing

Reel Time Fishing, which is owned and operated by Toby Wyatt, offers more than your average fishing excursion- it’s an experience! Specializing in Steelhead, Salmon, Sturgeon, Smallmouth Bass Walleye and Kokanee trips that produce lifelong memories.Our experienced guides will take you on an unforgettable fishing adventure in the idyllic, yet rugged lands of Idaho, Oregon and Washington. Cruise along rivers like Clearwater, Snake or Columbia either by a power boat or drift boat to get you to where all the big fish are hiding!

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River Chrome Guide Service

If you are looking for the fishing experience of a lifetime on one or more of Western Washington's great salmon and steelhead rivers, then look no further. At River Chrome Guide Service, we offer guided fishing trips and instructional fishing trips on many rivers within close driving distance of Seattle, Tacoma and Everett, including the Nooksack, Skagit, Stillaguamish and many of their smaller yet very productive tributaries. Not only do we offer Puget Sound trips, but we also often venture to Washington's Olympic Peninsula for some of the best salmon and steelhead fishing anywhere. With many years of full-time fishing experience across the state, we ensure that our high level of experience will make your trip with us a learning experience, bring great memories and lots and lots of fish!

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Ross Outdoor Adventures

Ross Outdoor Adventures is your gateway to experiencing the premier fishing and hunting central Washington has to offer. Ross Outdoor Adventures began in 2003 by owner Shelby Ross after a lifetime of hunting and fishing Central Washington, and growing up near the south shore of Potholes Reservoir. They offer guided trips at the Potholes Reservoir, Moses Lake, and Banks Lake. They specialize in walleye and and bass fishing, with a “Fish On” guarantee!And if you have a hankering to do both hunting and fishing, the cast and blast combos are just for you! Half the day hunting, half the day fishing!

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Sea Breeze Charters

Sea Breeze Charters is a family-owned and operated business! We offer family-friendly fishing experiences in the Pacific Ocean and the Columbia River. Our family has been fishing out of Ilwaco for 60+ years, and we are very proud of our family heritage!We aim to build a community of families and fishermen who share a love for the sport and a respect for our natural resources. We cater to the novice and the experienced fisherman alike and use the most modern fish finding equipment & tackle to enhance your day out on the fishing grounds. New to fishing? No problem! Our captains and deckhands will teach you the correct technique for whatever fishery you are interested in.

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Sekiu Charters

Sekiu Charters is dedicated to making lasting family memories while fishing for salmon, halibut, and bottomfish on beautiful Neah Bay in Washington State. Reach out to us on our social media for inquiries about upcoming trips!

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SJM Guide Service

SJM Guide Service offers year-round, fully guided trips on Lake Roosevelt for sturgeon, walleye and trout. We fish the Columbia River at Hanford Reach for fall salmon. We also offer a special night fishing trip for kokanee on Loon Lake in Stevens County, Crappie on Eloika Lake in the spring, and we fish Rock Lake for brown trout in the winter.Steve Morris, Owner/Guide, has been fishing his entire life in Eastern Washington and North Idaho. He is an avid outdoorsman, and full time guide. Steve prides himself on safe, fun, and successful fishing adventures. Professionalism is a priority of SJM Guide Service. For us this means, using quality fishing tackle and gear, having a clean boat & tidy boat and equipment, and direct and fair communication with clients.

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Snake Dancer Excursions

Snake Dancer Excursions is your premier guide to unforgettable fishing adventures in the rugged and majestic Hells Canyon. Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes, Snake Dancer Excursions invites you to experience the thrill of two distinctive fishing trips in this unparalleled setting: the Bass and Trout Trip and the Steelhead Trip. Book today on our website!

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Steel Dreams Guide Service

Steel Dreams Guide Service offers fishing adventures in Washington and Idaho. We run all our trips on 24’-26’ jets sleds and provide all the Rods, Reels, Bait, and Tackle. Experience some of Washington’s premier rivers – the Snake, Columbia and Idaho’s Clearwater River! Whether your appetite is for salmon, steelhead, small mouth bass, Walleye or sturgeon – novice or an experienced angler – Steel Dreams is your ultimate guide service.Adam Hocking, owner and operator of Steel Dreams Guide Service, holds a 25 ton U.S. Coast Guard Master License and is fully insured. A Northwest native, whose family has fished these rivers for generations, Adam has a vast knowledge of fishing, river lore and fascinating local historical information. As a Professional Guide for nearly 20 years, Adam invites you to test his superior fishing abilities, skills and techniques. He personally guarantees your fishing experience to be an adventure to remember.

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Torrey's Sportfishing Adventures

Torrey Banes is the owner of Torrey's Sportfishing Adventures LLC. He is a USCG licensed captain fishing guide here in Washington State. He is fully licensed, insured and CPR/First aid certified, and has been an absolute fishing fanatic since he could hold a fishing rod. Immerse yourself with all things fishing and enjoy all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer by booking a trip with Torrey!​

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Upper Columbia Guide Service

Founded and operated by Shane Magnuson, Upper Columbia Guide Service has offered outdoor enthusiast and first time anglers alike the ultimate experience since 2004. During every month of the year there is some kind of action on the water, whether you enjoy basking in the sun or the quiet of a snowy day. Not many thrills come close to that of fighting bright Chinook salmon on the Columbia River or landing a huge Walleye out of Banks Lake. Come on one of our boats and experience fishing like you never have. Our professional guides will find you fish and create the best fishing trip possible for you, your family and friends. We provide a premier guided fishing and hunting service, and that is was makes memories.

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Washington Guide Services

Lance and Christy Effrig are owners at Washington Guide Services LLC. They fish Washington state and operate a top notch guide program. If you want to learn a fishery or just fish for fun, look no further! WGS will take the single person or can coordinate big groups - they are flexible and can accommodate just about anyone. We fish from a 2017 23' Customweld Offshore. In the winter time, they have a heater to keep the chill off and in the summer time, they have shade to keep the sun off. No matter what time of year you choose to fish, WGS has your comfort in mind.

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YJ Guide Service

Craig Dowdy owns and operates YJ Guide Service. They offer fantastic guided fishing and hunting trips in Eastern Washington State, for whatever strikes your fancy! Check out their Facebook to get in contact with Craig with any inquiries.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about guides & charters in the Pacific Northwest

Look for licensed, insured guides with positive reviews and experience on your target water. Check their specialties (species, techniques), what's included, and cancellation policies. Ask about boat quality, group sizes, and whether they provide gear.
Most guided trips include boat, fuel, tackle, bait, fish cleaning, and expert instruction. Some include lunch and beverages. Clients typically need fishing licenses, appropriate clothing, and sunscreen. Always confirm inclusions when booking.
River guides typically charge $200-400 per person for full-day trips. Ocean charters range from $200-350 per person depending on trip length and target species. Private charters cost more but offer exclusive boat access.
Yes, all anglers need valid fishing licenses regardless of whether they're on a guided trip. Some guides can help you purchase licenses, but you're responsible for having proper documentation. Check state requirements for your fishing location.
Guides typically operate smaller boats on rivers or lakes with 1-3 clients. Charters are larger vessels, often for ocean fishing, accommodating 6+ anglers. Both provide professional instruction, but charters may offer more social experiences.

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