Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing

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 21’ Grady White center console that can comfortably carry up to 5 anglers of all ages and skill levels. It comes with a 200 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.

In addition to Chinook and Coho Salmon, you’ll also get to target Lingcod and Flounder. Apart from the light tackle, bottom fishing, and jigging, fly fishing is also an option if you make a request in advance. One or 2 anglers can fly fish at a time, and you’re also welcome to bring your own gear.

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 $10 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.

The only thing missing for a perfect day on the water? You!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    6 Hour Trip – Shared
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $570
    This is a shared 6-hour charter that will see you light tackle fishing for Salmon and other species. The captain likes the active approach to fishing where all of the customers can fish simultaneously without taking turns on rods. No sitting and waiting on this trip! If there are only 2 people on a shared charter, the trip turns into a 4-hour private charter at no additional cost.
  • Shared trip
    Winter Salmon Fishing- Tacoma, WA
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 1 - Apr 30
    US $570
    Winter Salmon Fishing for king salmon(blackmouth) out of Tacoma, WA the nearest salmon fishing available to Seattle
    Targeted fish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Private
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 2 - Sep 15
    US $1,000
    This is a private 4-hour afternoon charter, great for the people who want to sleep in a bit but still get a day on the water. These trips are offered in the months of June–September 15th. Light tackle fishing for Salmon is what it's all about! The captain focuses on a hands-on approach where all the anglers can fish at the same time. No taking turn on rods, waiting, and sitting!
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Private
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,250
    This is a 6-hour private charter that includes light tackle fishing for Salmon. It's all about the active, hands-on style of fishing where everyone fishes at the same time creating equal opportunities to catch fish at all times of the trip. There is no sit and wait or taking turns on rods!
  • Private trip
    Winter Salmon Fishing- Tacoma, WA
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 1 - Apr 30
    US $1,250
    Winter Salmon Fishing south of seattle about 35 minutes. Fishing for winter king salmon (blackmouth) The closest salmon fishing open near Seattle
    Targeted fish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
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FAQs about Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing

Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $285 per person - 6 Hour Trip – Shared (6 hours)
  • US $285 per person - Winter Salmon Fishing- Tacoma, WA (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $150 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Private (4 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Private (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - Winter Salmon Fishing- Tacoma, WA (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Porta-potty
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (G. Loomis rods and Shimano reels)
  • Live Bait (Seasonal, prepared before the trip when available)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fly Fishing Equipment (Available upon request, you can also bring your own)

Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling (Available upon request )
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing (Available upon request)
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Cut Plug Charters- Seattle Fishing include:
  • Flounder
  • Lingcod
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Meet the Charter Operator

Cut Plug Charter’s
Seattle, Washington, United States
3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
223 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since March 2019
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.
Both captains, Justing Wong and Kyle Hanada say that fishing has always been a part of their lives; growing up I fished with their families. It has definitely been a family affair for them! Being on the water, chasing fish, and learning new areas always had them coming back for more. Catching fish was one thing but showing people the Puget Sound and what we have to offer was definitely more fulfilling and rewarding. No matter which one of them takes you on a trip, they are patient, passionate about fishing and love to help people create a memorable experience on the Puget Sound!
Our Team
Justin A.
Captain
Rommel S.
Captain
Thao T.
Captain
Justin W.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Flounder Flounder
Lingcod Lingcod
Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon
Salmon (Coho) Coho Salmon

Boat specs

Grady-White (Center console) originally built in 2015. Powered by a 200HP Yamaha engine.

Length
21 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Available upon request
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Available upon request
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Porta-potty
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
G. Loomis rods and Shimano reels
Live Bait
Seasonal, prepared before the trip when available
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fly Fishing Equipment
Available upon request, you can also bring your own

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Minimum age is 6, life jackets provided
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Pay online in full

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No additional fees.
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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 223 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (145)
Great trip!
Captain Tao is the best!
Fishing with Justin
+142
Angler rating
188
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
81%
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Go S.
Tokyo, Japan
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Justin

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Shared on August 8, 2023
My son and I had a one-week Seattle trip and wanted to do fishing which we do a lot in Japan (we live in Tokyo). I found Cut...
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Joe H.
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing trip in July

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Shared on July 12, 2023
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ALAN L.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Justin

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Shared on July 9, 2023
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Courtney S.
Halleck, NV
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Caught our Salmon limit in under 1 hour!!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Shared on July 5, 2023
We had filled our boat limit by 7:30 am! The captain was knowledgeable and knew where to go and when to move the boat to catch...
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Tim M.
Marysville, WA
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Wonderful Charter

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Shared on August 20, 2023
Cut Plug and the all the Captains were wonderful. We had a full boat with six people with Captain Alexander as our lead. He...
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