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Explore Popular Fishing Destinations in Oregon with Fin Reaper Guide Service

Experience the best fishing destinations in Oregon and the coast with Fin Reaper Guide Service. Led by the knowledgeable Dale Ballard, we offer unparalleled fishing trips in the North West.

Whether you’re targeting Sturgeon, Chinook Salmon, or Steelhead, Dale will take you to the hottest spots in the area. Explore the abundant waters of the Columbia and Willamette Rivers, as well as bays and tidewaters like Buoy 10, Tillamook, Siletz, Yaquina, Nehalem, and Nestucca.

The fishing grounds will be carefully chosen based on factors such as water conditions, clarity, stream flow, and weather. You'll enjoy using our high-quality gear, tackle, and bait while fishing the popular stretches of the Columbia River. And when your fishing adventure is over, we'll clean and fillet your catch for you.

Don't forget to bring your own lunch, drinks, a cooler for your catch, and a valid fishing license with a harvest tag. On our brand-new 25’ RB aluminum fishing boat, you'll have plenty of space for up to six anglers. Powered by a 150 HP Mercury 4-stroke engine with an additional trolling motor, the boat is equipped with top-notch electronics and even has a porta-potty onboard for convenience.

How to get there?

Available fish species

Crab
Halibut
Lingcod
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rockfish
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Black Seabass
Shad
Sturgeon
Walleye

Amenities

Toilet Porta for urgent use
GPS
Fishfinder

FAQs

What are the trip rates for Fin Reaper Guide Service?

Fin Reaper Guide Service provides the following trips for customers:

  • $165 per person - Half Day Trip (5 hours)
  • $225 per person - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

Which amenities are available onboard with Fin Reaper Guide Service?

When you book a trip with Fin Reaper Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet Porta for urgent use
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder

What's included in the trip price with Fin Reaper Guide Service?

Trips booked with Fin Reaper Guide Service include the following:

  • Rods, reels, and tackle
  • Lures (All gear and bait provided at no additional cost)
  • Catch cleaning and filleting (Absolutely. Bring a cooler!)
  • Fishing License (A one-day license is available at cost.)

What types of fishing does Fin Reaper Guide Service offer?

Fin Reaper Guide Service specializes in various types of fishing, including:

  • River Fishing (Columbia & Willamette Rivers)
  • Inshore Fishing (Nehalem & Tillamook Bays)
  • Nearshore Fishing (Mouth of Columbia, Buoy 10)
  • Offshore Fishing (Conditions permitting)

What fishing techniques does Fin Reaper Guide Service offer?

Fin Reaper Guide Service specializes in the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle: Primarily used for steelhead.
  • Bottom Fishing: Jigging technique for sea bass, ling cod, and halibut.
  • Trolling: The primary technique for salmon fishing.
  • Spinning: Utilized to a lesser extent, often with bobber and eggs.
  • Drift Fishing: Light-weight approach commonly used for steelhead.

Which fish species can I catch with Fin Reaper Guide Service?

Fin Reaper Guide Service specializes in targeting various fish species, including:

  • Crab
  • Halibut
  • Lingcod
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Rockfish
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shad
  • Sturgeon
  • Walleye