Sandy River Guide Service 

4.9
(247 reviews)
 Jordan Road, Troutdale, OR 97060, United States–

Sandy River Guide Service 

Troutdale, OR, United States
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19 ft
4
4.9
(247 reviews)

Captin
Join Sandy River Guide Service for an unforgettable fishing trip. Captain Barry Buckland lives off the land and catches fish that others might never see during their lifetime.

Step on board his 17' ClackaCraft drift boat, a classic vessel that can have you and 2 of your fishing friends on board. The fishfinder, paired with the captain's extensive knowledge, will get you to the fishing grounds before you know it.

The day will be spent targeting Steelhead, Coho Salmon, and Chinook Salmon, surrounded by Oregon's beautiful scenery. You'll use a range of techniques, depending on your experience level, from trolling to jigging. Even the little ones will enjoy this trip, getting back to nature and away from the WiFi.

All rods and reels are provided for the day. The gear won't let you down when reeling in your trophy catch. Food and drink for the day will also be supplied. Please purchase a fishing license before the trip from Oregon's Department of Fish and Wildlife Office – if you've never purchased a license before, your captain is happy to answer any questions about this. For the species that can be kept (the captain will let you know which ones are in season) he will happily fillet them for you.

Book now for a wholesome trip with Sandy River Guide Service. You are sure to have a great time and tell all your friends about it when you're back.

Captin
Join Sandy River Guide Service for an unforgettable fishing trip. Captain Barry Buckland lives off the land and catches fish that others might never see during their lifetime.

Step on board his 17' ClackaCraft drift boat, a classic vessel that can have you and 2 of your fishing friends on board. The fishfinder, paired with the captain's extensive knowledge, will get you to the fishing grounds before you know it.

The day will be spent targeting Steelhead, Coho Salmon, and Chinook Salmon, surrounded by Oregon's beautiful scenery. You'll use a range of techniques, depending on your experience level, from trolling to jigging. Even the little ones will enjoy this trip, getting back to nature and away from the WiFi.

All rods and reels are provided for the day. The gear won't let you down when reeling in your trophy catch. Food and drink for the day will also be supplied. Please purchase a fishing license before the trip from Oregon's Department of Fish and Wildlife Office – if you've never purchased a license before, your captain is happy to answer any questions about this. For the species that can be kept (the captain will let you know which ones are in season) he will happily fillet them for you.

Book now for a wholesome trip with Sandy River Guide Service. You are sure to have a great time and tell all your friends about it when you're back.

Barry Buckland
Captain
Barry Buckland
27 years of experience
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Sturgeon
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)
US $280
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $360
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
Just booked! Last booked: 3 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $440
Entire boat: 2 people
Oxbow Park to Lewis & Clark Park
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 4:30 PM)
Sturgeon
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

4.9
247 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (211)

What anglers say

95%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
61%
Caught fish

Reviews (247)

  • Todd Estes
    Todd Estes
    us
    Maine, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Salmon on the Sandy River!!!

    3/4 Day Trip on October 5, 2026 • 3 adults

    My son, son-in-law and I had a wonderful time on the Sandy River with Captain Barry as our guide. All gear was provided. Captain Barry knows the river like the back of his hand. He was a very patient teacher and very knoweldgeable about the current fishing conditions in the river. He was entertaining and shared a wealth of information about the state and local area. We caught several salmon. Captain Barry even filleted one of the fish we kept. I strongly recommend chartering with Captain Barry as I will again the next time I am in the area.

  • Mariana Metzger
    Mariana Metzger
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Largest fish I've ever caught!

    3/4 Day Trip on September 3, 2026 • 2 adults

    I do a lot of Bass fishing in my home state of Iowa. I have never caught anything larger than 5 pounds. After just a few hours with Barry, I landed a 8+ pound Silver Coho Salmon! His expertise and experience on the river was astounding! I learned so much from him! I definitely recommend this to anyone visiting this area. Aside from the great fishing opportunity, there are also breathtaking landscapes to see on the trip.

  • Lisa Rodriguez
    Lisa Rodriguez
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    A Beautiful Day on the Sandy River

    Half Day Trip on April 26, 2026 • 2 adults

    Chris and I went on an excellent guided fishing adventure today with Captain Barry Buckland of Sandy River Guide Service. We didn’t catch what we were hoping for (Chinook Salmon or Steelhead) - Chris caught a carp and threw it back. But we learned so much and had such a wonderful time! Captain Barry was extremely knowledgeable and taught us which type of poles, reels, line, and bait to use, how to cast, where the fishing holes in the river are, and lots more. We plan to do it again soon! https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1H17fd7C9p/?mibextid=wwXIfr

  • Nikolas Stathopoulos
    Nikolas Stathopoulos
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Barry is the best!

    Half Day Trip on November 5, 2026 • 3 adults

    Barry is a very knowledgeable guide that quicky got us on the fish. We caught two beautiful wild salmon. We had a blast and would definitely book a trip with Barry again.

  • Stephanie Ryan
    Stephanie Ryan
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    All that we had hoped for!

    3/4 Day Trip on September 26, 2026 • 2 adults

    Barry was a great teacher! We wanted to learn how to fish and we learned so much! He made it easy for us. Loved the boat, standing and sitting were super comfortable! He knew his stuff, the fishing, the fish, the water! My husbsnd caught two Chinook and I reeled in a Coho! Fish were jumping! Plus, it was a gorgeous day! ☀️👍

  • Andy & Angie Borzick
    Andy & Angie Borzick
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    “Foam is the Home!”

    3/4 Day Trip on May 1, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Barry was awesome! His knowledge, patience and attentiveness was refreshing. And the 10 lb. steelhead was not too shabby either, a real beauty! If you have been fishing for years or a beginner, you will learn something new from Barry. Worth every penny. Give it a try! You won’t regret it!! Thanks Cappie for a wonderful day on Sandy River. We appreciate you! Best Anniversary gift ever! Hope our paths meet again! Take care! (:

  • Cecilia Abrera
    Cecilia Abrera
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Very knowledgeable

    Half Day Trip on September 5, 2026 • 2 adults

    The river was a bit muddy, but we still had an amazing time. We learned quite a bit. Our guide was very hospitable, had drinks and snacks available to us and was very kind. We had a great time a will be back.

  • Winfield Jackson
    Winfield Jackson
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Fishing with Barry

    Half Day Trip on October 25, 2026 • 2 adults
  • Michael Hill
    Michael Hill
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    4.0
    Verified

    Good guide, bad timing

    Half Day Trip on July 24, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Captain Barry obviously knew this stretch of River well and was patient and instuctive with my 8 year old son. Unfortunately, we are not familiar with this River and booked between runs, so I believe it would’ve been a fluke if we’d caught a fish or two. If we’d been able to contact Barry directly before booking we definitely would not have Boole at this time. It was a nice but expensive float down the river.

  • Ryan Geider
    Ryan Geider
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the Water!

    Half Day Trip on June 7, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

    Had a fantastic time with my Daughter and nephew, caught one really great chinook but couldn’t keep because of native. It was fun!!

FAQs about Sandy River Guide Service

Sandy River Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $280 per group, additional US $140 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $360 per group, additional US $180 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $440 per group, additional US $220 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $300 per person after 2 guests - Oxbow Park to Lewis & Clark Park (10 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $300 per person after 2 guests - Oxbow Park to Lewis & Clark Park - 4:30 PM (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Sandy River Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting chair
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Sandy River Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (We use live sand shrimp from the Oregon coast. This is included in the price of your trip.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (All fish cleaning and filleting are included in your price.)
  • Snacks (On all of our trips we have breakfast Danish/bars or donuts, pepperoni etc. alot of people choose to bring their own snacks or lunch because of food tastes, allergies, food handling, etc. we can & do offer a fisherman lunch on our 6 or 8hr trip's.)
  • Drinks (We supply bottles of water and Gatorade and soda on all our trips. Coffee if u like.)
  • Lunch (Our 6 & 8hr trip's can include a sandwich, chips, candy bar or pepperoni upon request.)
Sandy River Guide Service offers the following type of fishing:
  • River fishing (Sandy River)
Sandy River Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Sandy River Guide Service include:
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your captain

Barry Buckland
Barry Buckland
Troutdale, Oregon, United States
2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
247 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2018
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Barry Buckland makes his living off the land, navigating rivers and catching Salmon and Steelhead. He connects anglers from all over the country to the beautiful Sandy River. He's very experienced and you can learn a lot from him, even if you're not a beginner angler. Join him and see why so many guests return to him year after year.
Barry Buckland
Barry Buckland
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
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reports
247
reviews
2018
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Barry Buckland makes his living off the land, navigating rivers and catching Salmon and Steelhead. He connects anglers from all over the country to the beautiful Sandy River. He's very experienced and you can learn a lot from him, even if you're not a beginner angler. Join him and see why so many guests return to him year after year.

The fish you can target

Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon

Real catches by this captain

  • Family group proudly holding a large salmon on a small fishing boat in a wooded river setting.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Nikolas S.
    Nikolas S.
    Barry is a very knowledgeable guide that quicky got us on the fish. We caught two beautiful wild salmon. We had a blast and would definitely book a trip with Barry again.
  • Fishing with Barry
    Winfield J.
    Winfield J.
  • Solo angler proudly holding a large fish beside a river, with a landing net visible in the shallow water.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Todd E.
    Todd E.
    My son, son-in-law and I had a wonderful time on the Sandy River with Captain Barry as our guide. All gear was provided. Captain Barry knows the river like the back of his hand. He was a very patient teacher and very knoweldgeable about the current fishing conditions in the river. He was entertaining and shared a wealth of information about the state and local area. We caught several salmon. Captain Barry even filleted one of the fish we kept. I strongly recommend chartering with Captain Barry as I will again the next time I am in the area.
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large salmon beside a wooded river shoreline.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Chinook Salmon
    Stephanie R.
    Stephanie R.
    Barry was a great teacher! We wanted to learn how to fish and we learned so much! He made it easy for us. Loved the boat, standing and sitting were super comfortable! He knew his stuff, the fishing, the fish, the water! My husbsnd caught two Chinook and I reeled in a Coho! Fish were jumping! Plus, it was a gorgeous day! ☀️👍
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing on a river, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Coho Salmon
    Cherine G.
    Cherine G.
    We had a great time catching fish with Barry. He made it enjoyable and fun!
  • Fishing rods are set up in a serene river environment, surrounded by lush greenery, perfect for a peaceful day of angling.
    Cecilia A.
    Cecilia A.
    The river was a bit muddy, but we still had an amazing time. We learned quite a bit. Our guide was very hospitable, had drinks and snacks available to us and was very kind. We had a great time a will be back.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing on a scenic river, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Coho Salmon
    Mariana M.
    Mariana M.
    I do a lot of Bass fishing in my home state of Iowa. I have never caught anything larger than 5 pounds. After just a few hours with Barry, I landed a 8+ pound Silver Coho Salmon! His expertise and experience on the river was astounding! I learned so much from him! I definitely recommend this to anyone visiting this area. Aside from the great fishing opportunity, there are also breathtaking landscapes to see on the trip.
  • A young angler fishing from a small boat on a calm river, showcasing a perfect day for fishing in a scenic environment.
    Michael H.
    Michael H.
    Captain Barry obviously knew this stretch of River well and was patient and instuctive with my 8 year old son. Unfortunately, we are not familiar with this River and booked between runs, so I believe it would’ve been a fluke if we’d caught a fish or two. If we’d been able to contact Barry directly before booking we definitely would not have Boole at this time. It was a nice but expensive float down the river.
  • A freshly caught Lake Trout displayed on a towel aboard a fishing boat, showcasing the catch in a sunny fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Coho Salmon
    Mindy N.
    Mindy N.
    Barry was a patient teacher and guide. Catching a beautiful salmon was a plus! We has a great day and the river was gorgeous!
  • A proud angler and a young boy display a large salmon on the shore, showcasing a successful fishing trip in a scenic river environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Coho Salmon
    Ryan G.
    Ryan G.
    Had a fantastic time with my Daughter and nephew, caught one really great chinook but couldn’t keep because of native. It was fun!!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Unpowered boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
19 ft
Year built
2025
Restored in
2026
Boat manufacturer
ClackaCraft
Boat type
Drift boat
Engine model
Min kota
Powered by
1 x 5HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Fighting chair
Fishfinder
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We use live sand shrimp from the Oregon coast. This is included in the price of your trip.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
All fish cleaning and filleting are included in your price.
Snacks
On all of our trips we have breakfast Danish/bars or donuts, pepperoni etc. alot of people choose to bring their own snacks or lunch because of food tastes, allergies, food handling, etc. we can & do offer a fisherman lunch on our 6 or 8hr trip's.
Drinks
We supply bottles of water and Gatorade and soda on all our trips. Coffee if u like.
Lunch
Our 6 & 8hr trip's can include a sandwich, chips, candy bar or pepperoni upon request.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
We gladly love to have kids on our trips! I've raised 4 of my own and very kind friendly. 8 years old and above please.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Catch and release mandatory
Any wild/native fish that has an Adipose fin must be released after quick photos unharmed.

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
 Checks

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