
Join BJ Guide Service fishing the rivers and inshore ocean waters of Northwest Oregon. Owner and guide Billy Johnson is a lifetime lower Columbia resident fisherman. He was born into a family of fishermen, so you can be sure that he knows the best fishing grounds in the area!
Come aboard the 25’ Koffler center console boat and head for your next adventure. The boat has all the navigational equipment you need in order for your trip to be productive. It’s powered by 2 Mercury 200 HP engines.
The boat can accommodate up to 6 people fishing at once, and it’s wheelchair accessible. The captain has regular clients with disabilities, so he’s experienced in helping everyone have a great time on board!
All the fishing gear will be provided by your guide. Guide Billy only uses top-notch equipment, and all you need to do is get a fishing license, which can be done online.
Depending on the season, you’ll be targeting Chinook and Coho Salmon, Rainbow Trout, and Sturgeon. All trips are season and tide dependant, so your guide will give you all the details beforehand.
On the full day trip, you can go river fishing, and then head out to the inshore waters of the Pacific Ocean for a full experience.
This is a great trip to take your kids on, since they have a lot of fun with guide Billy. There are life jackets of all sizes, and there’s no charge for children under 6. There’s a porta-potty toilet on the boat, but it’s possible to stop by a proper restroom if need be.
You’ll be fishing using live bait, which is always caught the day before the trip. All you need to bring is your fishing license, some rain gear, and food and drinks to stay refreshed throughout the day.
Get ready for a great fishing adventure with BJ Guide Service!
Rating summary
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+33Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Caught fish
88%
Jul 29, 2025
Half Day Trip – Shared
We did the 4 hour morning trip. Billy was great on the water. Knew what he was doing and had us on fish right away - within minutes of getting first rod set. It was a great experience for me and my two teenage sons. We caught our limit of salmon after about an hour of fishing. Thank you Billy! Also, best of luck to you in your upcoming hunting seasons.
We did the 4 hour morning trip. Billy was great on the water. Knew what he was doing and had us on fish right away - within minutes...
Sep 3, 2025
Half Day Trip – Shared
We left at daybreak. It was overcast all day and choppy, the fish didn't bite well that day, but we were rewarded by seeing pelicans of course, porpoise, sea lions and harbor seals, humpback wale. We realed in a handful and it's a workout. What a wonderful time. Thank you Captain BJ and great stories....
We left at daybreak. It was overcast all day and choppy, the fish didn't bite well that day, but we were rewarded by seeing pelicans...

Sep 25, 2025
Full Day Trip – Shared
Bill was very knowledgeable about the river and place finding fishes. Helped us to understand the many different ways to fish and catching. We lost some bites but got our limit today. Great experience and will return. Thank you Bill for the opportunity. Katalin and Val
Bill was very knowledgeable about the river and place finding fishes. Helped us to understand the many different ways to fish...

Aug 18, 2025
Half Day Trip – Shared
BJ was great company and worked hard to put us on some fish. Would definitely recommend.
BJ was great company and worked hard to put us on some fish. Would definitely recommend.
Sep 5, 2025
Full Day Trip – Shared

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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (36)


+33Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Caught fish
88%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day Trip – Shared on July 29, 2025
We did the 4 hour morning trip. Billy was great on the water. Knew what he was doing and had us on fish right away - within minutes of getting first rod set. It was a great experience for me and my two teenage sons. We caught our limit of salmon after about an hour of fishing. Thank you Billy! Also, best of luck to you in your upcoming hunting seasons.
We did the 4 hour morning trip. Billy was great on the water. Knew what he was doing and had us on fish right away - within minutes of getting first rod set. It was a great experience for me and my two teenage sons. We caught our limit of salmon after about an hour of fishing. Thank you Billy! Also, best of luck to you in your upcoming hunting seasons.

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Half Day Trip – Shared on September 3, 2025
We left at daybreak. It was overcast all day and choppy, the fish didn't bite well that day, but we were rewarded by seeing pelicans of course, porpoise, sea lions and harbor seals, humpback wale. We realed in a handful and it's a workout. What a wonderful time. Thank you Captain BJ and great stories....
We left at daybreak. It was overcast all day and choppy, the fish didn't bite well that day, but we were rewarded by seeing pelicans of course, porpoise, sea lions and harbor seals, humpback wale. We realed in a handful and it's a workout. What a wonderful time. Thank you Captain BJ and great stories....


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Crew
Overall
Full Day Trip – Shared on September 25, 2025
Bill was very knowledgeable about the river and place finding fishes. Helped us to understand the many different ways to fish and catching. We lost some bites but got our limit today. Great experience and will return. Thank you Bill for the opportunity. Katalin and Val
Bill was very knowledgeable about the river and place finding fishes. Helped us to understand the many different ways to fish and catching. We lost some bites but got our limit today. Great experience and will return. Thank you Bill for the opportunity. Katalin and Val


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Crew
Overall
Half Day Trip – Shared on August 18, 2025
BJ was great company and worked hard to put us on some fish. Would definitely recommend.
BJ was great company and worked hard to put us on some fish. Would definitely recommend.
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Crew
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Full Day Trip – Shared on September 5, 2025

