Columbia River Fishing Guide offers year-round opportunities to target freshwater gamefish in the winding waterways of the Pacific Northwest. Enjoy great food fishing for King Salmon or Steelhead, or pure sportfishing joy for monster Sturgeon. Whatever you’re after, Capt. Christian is the man to get you on that fish of your dreams.
You will be fishing aboard a 31’ Aluminum boat. Aluminum boats are loved throughout the Northwest for their hardy build and huge fishing space. The vessel can reach 50 knots on the way to the fishing grounds and has a silent trolling motor for when you get there.
What you fish for depends on when you visit. Chinook are best in spring and fall, running March through May and then August through December. Steelhead can be found in winter or summer, and are best December through March and June through August. Fancy fighting a real monster? Take on Sturgeon in May and June for some real heavy tackle action.
Whatever you’re after, you can rely on a seasoned, local guide and a spacious, reliable boat. All tackle, bait, and lures are provided, and Capt. Christian will even fillet your fish at the end of the trip. All you need to bring is your fishing license, food and drink, and plenty of energy. Because the fish here will put even experienced anglers to the test!
Captain
Christian Witt
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Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
80%
Caught fish
33%
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Half Day Trip (PM) on July 23, 2024
Caught the biggest fish of my life thanks to Chris. What a fight! A monster 6ft 150 lb Sturgeon ! Chris has been a student of this river for a long time. He put us on fish all the time and was dedicated to us having a good time a nd answering our questions. I can't wait to get out there with him for King Salmon season! BTW, that boat of his is perfect - and I know boats.
Caught the biggest fish of my life thanks to Chris. What a fight! A monster 6ft 150 lb Sturgeon ! Chris has been a student of this river for a long time. He put us on fish all the time and was dedicated to us having a good time a nd answering our questions. I can't wait to get out there with him for King Salmon season! BTW, that boat of his is perfect - and I know boats.
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Half Day Trip (PM) on September 14, 2024
Ridgefield, WA
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3/4 Day Trip on August 2, 2023
The Columbia River was beautiful. Bald Eagles and many other birds and ducks. We "almost" hooked King Salmon; day 2 of the opening of the season. Capt. Witt really wanted us to get a fish but no luck this time. Very enjoyable 6 hours.
The Columbia River was beautiful. Bald Eagles and many other birds and ducks. We "almost" hooked King Salmon; day 2 of the opening of the season. Capt. Witt really wanted us to get a fish but no luck this time. Very enjoyable 6 hours.
Portland, Oregon
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3/4 Day Trip on September 2, 2023
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Half Day Trip (PM) on June 10, 2022
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Woodland, Washington, United States
Captain Christian Witt is one of the most respected guides in the area. Locally-born and raised, Capt. Christian has been fishing in the area for over 40 years. He has guided groups towards that catch of a lifetime on hundreds of trips and still throws everything into each charter to make sure you have a great time.
River Fishing
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
All ages welcome. Kids' vests provided.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash