
If you’re looking for some of the best light tackle fishing for Salmon and Lingcod out of Seattle, you’re at the right place. Cut Plug Charters specializes in hands-on, active styles of fishing in Puget Sound. Captains Justin Wong and other team captains have been fishing their whole lives, and even though they love the sport itself, they love sharing their knowledge with the customers and showing them the beauties of these waters even more.
Their boat is a 23’ Grady White center console that can comfortably carry up to 6 anglers of all ages and skill levels. It comes with a 300 HP Yamaha engine, a live bait tank, an ice box, and an array of professional marine electronics and safety equipment.
Mooching for Salmon is the captains' go-to technique, as the angler is very involved in this style of fishing where you will entice the fish to bite, set the hook, and reel your fish in entirely by yourself! All of the techniques they use are about active fishing and keeping you involved and in the game while on the water with them. Sometimes trolling is the most effective way to chase salmon and the Captain will troll based on fishing patterns.
In addition to Chinook and Coho Salmon, you’ll also get to target Lingcod and Flounder season dependent. Our techniques involve bottom fishing, mooching and trolling primarily.
The captains will supply top-notch G. Loomis rods and Shimano reels, lures, and will even clean and fillet your catch. Live bait is seasonal, and they cannot guarantee it at all times, but if possible, captains will have it prepared before the trip. Fishing licenses can be bought on the boat for $13 per person.
If a shared charter is booked for 2 people and no other guests join you will have the private boat for 4hrs instead of a 6hr shared charter at no additional cost.
On shared charters the captain will choose what they feel will be most productive for the group.
The only thing missing for a perfect day on the water? You!
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (265)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Appropriate for children
91%
Friendly captain
98%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
95%
Caught fish
86%
May 16, 2025
6 Hour Trip – Shared
What an amazing experience! Captain Thao was absolutely awesome! Me and my sister went out for the day and had an absolute blast! Neither of us have much experience with deep sea fishing and Captain Thao was super patient and helpful in teaching us the ropes and had such a fun and positive attitude as well. We had so much fun and brought home some great and delicious Lingcod! We will definitely be back out on the water again if ever in the Seattle area! I highly recommend booking with these guys! Definitely a highlight of our trip and memories that will last forever!
What an amazing experience! Captain Thao was absolutely awesome! Me and my sister went out for the day and had an absolute blast!...
Aug 2, 2025
6 Hour Trip – Shared
This was our first salmon fishing trip for the four of us. My son, daughter, son-in-law and myself had a great time fishing with Captain Thao! He was personable and patient as we were inexperienced at deep sea fishing. He shared his knowledge and fishing skills as he made sure we all had a good time. We caught fish! Captain Thao made us feel like we had made a new friend. I highly recommend Cut Plug Charters and will book again with Captain Thao!
This was our first salmon fishing trip for the four of us. My son, daughter, son-in-law and myself had a great time fishing with...
Oct 9, 2025
6 Hour Trip – Shared
I felt Cut Plug Fishing did a excellent job of providing a great fishing experience. The guide was great and very informative while going out his way to help us catch fish and enjoy the day I would highly recomment Cut Plug fishing to anyone wanting a fun fishing experience.
I felt Cut Plug Fishing did a excellent job of providing a great fishing experience. The guide was great and very informative...
Aug 24, 2025
6 Hour Trip – Shared
Captain Tao showed us a great time in the water. Didn’t have to go far off Shilshole to make it a 9/20 Pink limit. Hit about 15 fish in total, but that left us with the story of the ones that got away!!! Very easy to book, very easy to find. Everything on the boat was comfortable. Would recommend for anyone considering an easy option to catch some delicious salmon just outside your (PNW) back yard!
Captain Tao showed us a great time in the water. Didn’t have to go far off Shilshole to make it a 9/20 Pink limit. Hit about...
Nov 25, 2024
6 Hour Trip – Private
Cutplug charter was definitely the right call and we are excited to start planning our next trip. Both captain Cam and captain Justin went above and beyond to make sure we were having the trip we hoped for. They had great communication through the entire process which took all the stress and guesswork out of it for us. We showed up where they told us to and the fun began. Both captains we met were very patient and knowledgeable would be comfortable bringing family and friends of any age in the future. Thank you guys so much can’t wait to see you both again very soon!!
Cutplug charter was definitely the right call and we are excited to start planning our next trip. Both captain Cam and captain...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (265)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Appropriate for children
91%
Friendly captain
98%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
95%
Caught fish
86%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
6 Hour Trip – Shared on May 16, 2025
What an amazing experience! Captain Thao was absolutely awesome! Me and my sister went out for the day and had an absolute blast! Neither of us have much experience with deep sea fishing and Captain Thao was super patient and helpful in teaching us the ropes and had such a fun and positive attitude as well. We had so much fun and brought home some great and delicious Lingcod! We will definitely be back out on the water again if ever in the Seattle area! I highly recommend booking with these guys! Definitely a highlight of our trip and memories that will last forever!
What an amazing experience! Captain Thao was absolutely awesome! Me and my sister went out for the day and had an absolute blast! Neither of us have much experience with deep sea fishing and Captain Thao was super patient and helpful in teaching us the ropes and had such a fun and positive attitude as well. We had so much fun and brought home some great and delicious Lingcod! We will definitely be back out on the water again if ever in the Seattle area! I highly recommend booking with these...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
6 Hour Trip – Shared on August 2, 2025
This was our first salmon fishing trip for the four of us. My son, daughter, son-in-law and myself had a great time fishing with Captain Thao! He was personable and patient as we were inexperienced at deep sea fishing. He shared his knowledge and fishing skills as he made sure we all had a good time. We caught fish! Captain Thao made us feel like we had made a new friend. I highly recommend Cut Plug Charters and will book again with Captain Thao!
This was our first salmon fishing trip for the four of us. My son, daughter, son-in-law and myself had a great time fishing with Captain Thao! He was personable and patient as we were inexperienced at deep sea fishing. He shared his knowledge and fishing skills as he made sure we all had a good time. We caught fish! Captain Thao made us feel like we had made a new friend. I highly recommend Cut Plug Charters and will book again with Captain Thao!

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Boat
Crew
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6 Hour Trip – Shared on October 9, 2025
I felt Cut Plug Fishing did a excellent job of providing a great fishing experience. The guide was great and very informative while going out his way to help us catch fish and enjoy the day I would highly recomment Cut Plug fishing to anyone wanting a fun fishing experience.
I felt Cut Plug Fishing did a excellent job of providing a great fishing experience. The guide was great and very informative while going out his way to help us catch fish and enjoy the day I would highly recomment Cut Plug fishing to anyone wanting a fun fishing experience.

Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
6 Hour Trip – Shared on August 24, 2025
Captain Tao showed us a great time in the water. Didn’t have to go far off Shilshole to make it a 9/20 Pink limit. Hit about 15 fish in total, but that left us with the story of the ones that got away!!! Very easy to book, very easy to find. Everything on the boat was comfortable. Would recommend for anyone considering an easy option to catch some delicious salmon just outside your (PNW) back yard!
Captain Tao showed us a great time in the water. Didn’t have to go far off Shilshole to make it a 9/20 Pink limit. Hit about 15 fish in total, but that left us with the story of the ones that got away!!! Very easy to book, very easy to find. Everything on the boat was comfortable. Would recommend for anyone considering an easy option to catch some delicious salmon just outside your (PNW) back yard!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
6 Hour Trip – Private on November 25, 2024
Cutplug charter was definitely the right call and we are excited to start planning our next trip. Both captain Cam and captain Justin went above and beyond to make sure we were having the trip we hoped for. They had great communication through the entire process which took all the stress and guesswork out of it for us. We showed up where they told us to and the fun began. Both captains we met were very patient and knowledgeable would be comfortable bringing family and friends of any age in the future. Thank you guys so much can’t wait to see you both again very soon!!
Cutplug charter was definitely the right call and we are excited to start planning our next trip. Both captain Cam and captain Justin went above and beyond to make sure we were having the trip we hoped for. They had great communication through the entire process which took all the stress and guesswork out of it for us. We showed up where they told us to and the fun began. Both captains we met were very patient and knowledgeable would be comfortable bringing family and friends of any age in...
