Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing 

4.8/5 (346 reviews)
 7001 Seaview Avenue Northwest Dock V, Seattle, WA 98117, United States

Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing 

4.8/5 (346)
 Angler's Choice
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7001 Seaview Avenue Northwest Dock V
Seattle, WA, United States
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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!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 346 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (265)

Thao is the Bomb!
Thao is the Bomb!
Great time with the family!
+262

Angler rating

298
30
12
3
1

Anglers claimed

Good experience

94%

Appropriate for children

91%

Friendly captain

98%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

95%

Caught fish

86%

Showing 1 - 5 of 346 reviews
Showing: 5 of 346 reviews
By R. O.
By R. O.
5.0/5

May 16, 2025

6 Hour Trip – Shared

Must do if in the Seattle area!

VERIFIED

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!...  

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 By R. O. recommends Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing
1 person finds this review helpful
 By R. O. recommends Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing
1 person finds this review helpful

Elaine F.
Elaine F.
5.0/5

Aug 2, 2025

6 Hour Trip – Shared

Great Fishing Trip!

VERIFIED

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...  

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 Elaine F. recommends Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing
 Elaine F. recommends Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing

Brian C.
Brian C.
5.0/5

Oct 9, 2025

6 Hour Trip – Shared

October fishing trip

VERIFIED
NEW

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...  

 Brian C. recommends Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing
 Brian C. recommends Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing

Jeffrey S.
Jeffrey S.
5.0/5

Aug 24, 2025

6 Hour Trip – Shared

Great time with the family!

VERIFIED

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...  

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 Jeffrey S. recommends Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing
 Jeffrey S. recommends Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing

Alene F.
Alene F.
5.0/5

Nov 25, 2024

6 Hour Trip – Private

Awesome experience

VERIFIED

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...  

 Alene F. recommends Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing
2 persons find this review helpful
 Alene F. recommends Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing
2 persons find this review helpful

Trip availability and prices

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November 2025
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6 Hour Trip – Shared
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $590 
Shared tour: for 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Private
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip May 2 - Sep 15
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US $1,100 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Evening Private Charter
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 PM
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US $1,100 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Private
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US $1,350 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 346 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (265)

Thao is the Bomb!
Thao is the Bomb!
Great time with the family!
+262

Angler rating

298
30
12
3
1

Anglers claimed

Good experience

94%

Appropriate for children

91%

Friendly captain

98%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

95%

Caught fish

86%

Showing 1 - 5 of 346 reviews
Showing: 5 of 346 reviews
By R. O.
By R. O.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Must do if in the Seattle area!

VERIFIED

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...  

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 By R. O. recommends Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing
1 person finds this review helpful

Elaine F.
Elaine F.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Fishing Trip!

VERIFIED

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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 Elaine F. recommends Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing

Brian C.
Brian C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

October fishing trip

VERIFIED
NEW

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.  

 Brian C. recommends Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing

Jeffrey S.
Jeffrey S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great time with the family!

VERIFIED

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!  

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 Jeffrey S. recommends Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing

Alene F.
Alene F.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome experience

VERIFIED

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...  

 Alene F. recommends Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing
2 persons find this review helpful

FAQs about Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Grady-White
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
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