Fishing Charters

Newport and Depoe Bay offer world-class deep sea fishing year-round—salmon, halibut, lingcod, rockfish, and summer tuna runs. Whether you're an experienced angler or first-timer, there's a charter for you.

What You Can Catch

🐟 Salmon

Chinook (King) and Coho salmon run spring through fall. Peak season is typically July-September.

🐠 Halibut

Pacific halibut season runs spring and summer. These flatfish can weigh over 100 pounds.

🎣 Bottom Fish

Lingcod and rockfish are available year-round. Great for beginners—nearly guaranteed action.

🐟 Tuna

Albacore tuna runs July-October. Longer trips offshore but incredible fishing when they're running.

Charter Companies

Newport

Newport Tradewinds

Family-run since 1971. Full range of trips from bottom fishing to offshore tuna.

Yaquina Bay Charters

Bottom fishing specialists with experienced local captains.

Depoe Bay

Tradewinds Charters

80+ years operating out of Depoe Bay's famous harbor.

Dockside Charters

Year-round trips from the world's smallest navigable harbor.

Tips for Your Trip

• Book early — Summer weekends fill up fast
• Dress in layers — It's colder on the water than on shore
• Take seasickness medication — If you're prone to motion sickness, take it before you leave the dock
• Licenses included — Most charters include your fishing license in the price