The Pacific Northwest has a lot to offer to passionate anglers and Best Seattle Fishing knows that better than anyone! Team up with Best Seattle Fishing and they will use their years of experience to find you some solid fishing action.

Your guide makes it his mission to organize a trip that will not only be productive but also fun and memorable. Take your pick between 4- and 6-hour trips and hit the water anytime from January to mid-March to find the best bite.

At this time of year, King (Chinook) Salmon reigns supreme in the Seattle waters, as well as Blackmouth (juvenile) Salmon and Steelhead. Puget Sound is one of the well-known spots for targeting these silvery acrobats, and that’s exactly where your guide will take you. He will provide all the necessary equipment, including quality Shimano reels and Okuma rods.

You’ll be casting your line out of a 26’ aluminum fisher that has plenty of room to accommodate up to 6 people. The boat is rigged with a 260 HP Volvo Penta engine which makes it stable and fast on different bodies of water. You’ll mostly do trolling and mooching, depending on what works best in the current fishing conditions.

When you’re not reeling in your catch, you might spot seals and whales in the distance, which is always a great bonus. When you come back to land, Capt. Cary will clean and fillet the fish for you, which means you can have a Salmon feast as soon as you come home.

To prepare for your expedition, you’ll need to buy a fishing license, and dress warmly, preferably in layers. It’s recommended to bring rain gear because the weather can turn mid-trip, and you don’t want to be caught unawares. Your guide will have some snacks and water on board, but you’re welcome to bring your own as well.

If you’re coming with your little ones, it’s best that they’re 7 and older, that way they can actively participate and learn how to catch fish.

With Best Seattle Fishing, you get to experience just how enjoyable Salmon fishing can be!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    4 Hour Trip – Puget Sound
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 15
    $450
    If you'd like to get a taste of the early spring Salmon fishing, this seasonal excursion is just what the doctor ordered. Chinook are the main catch, as well as Blackmouth (winter King) Salmon, but you can also find some Steelhead and other species. You'll need to buy your license before you come aboard and dress for the weather that can be unpredictable, so raingear is recommended.
  • Shared trip
    6 Hour Trip – Puget Sound
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 15
    $550
    With more time on the water come more opportunities to hook more fish! Capt. Cary will make it his priority to put you on the bite, and you can look forward to finding sizeable Chinook Salmon on your line. Bring your fishing license, dress in layers, and packing your raingear is also a good idea.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Private Afternoon
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    $1,000
    A 4-hour private afternoon trip for 1-6 passengers.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Private
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $1,300
    A private boat up to 6 passengers.
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About the Captain

Cary Hofmann
Seattle, Washington, United States
1 Fishing Report
13 Customer reviews
Response time 3 hours
Member since August 2019
Captain Cary Hofmann has been fishing ever since he can remember, and his passion took him Salmon fishing all over the Pacific Northwest. After a while, he decided to turn this enthusiasm into a calling and so he became a charter captain in 2013. Capt. Cary loves talking about everything fish-related, and always tries his best to teach his customers something new.

About this listing

Targeted species

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

Boat specs

Almar (Aluminum fishing) originally built in 2006. Powered by 2 250HP Honda engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 36 knots.

Length
30 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Private
GPS
Fishfinder
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano reels, Okuma rods
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
fruit, energy bars
Drinks
Water

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
Min. age 7, life jackets provided
You Keep Catch

Payment

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 13 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Half day trip with Cary
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Angler Rating
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Anglers Claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Catch intended fish
83%
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Shelby A.
Bremerton, Washington
Excellent
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A great half day trip with my dad and new friends

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Puget Sound on July 21, 2022
I booked a 1/2 day trip for my dad and I, and admittedly I was a little worried, I’m not much of a fisherman and dad is a...
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William P.
Zephyrhills, FL
Excellent
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Half day trip with Cary

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Puget Sound on September 15, 2022
I had an awesome time, Captain Cary put us on the first bite within 5 minutes of starting. His knowledge an expertise made...
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GENET S.
Lynnwood, WA
Excellent
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Great fishing trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Puget Sound on August 15, 2022
Cap Cary & Max went the extra mile to make sure we had a great fishing experience & came back with salmon! Knowledgeable about...
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Raeanne K.
Marshfield, WI
Excellent
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Excellent
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Half day with Captain Sean

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Puget Sound on September 6, 2022
Had a great day out fishing with Captain Sean! He was very knowledgeable and made the trip so enjoyable! He must have known...
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Norm S.
Eureka, CA
Excellent
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Half Day Trip with Captain Sean

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Private Afternoon on August 25, 2022
Sean took great care of my brother-in-law and me. We are the odd couple and grumpy old men. I had a blast and I’m finally...
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FAQs about Salmon Fishing in Seattle

Salmon Fishing in Seattle offers the following trips to customers:
  • $225 per person - 4 Hour Trip – Puget Sound (4 hours)
  • $275 per person - 6 Hour Trip – Puget Sound (6 hours)
  • $1,000 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Private Afternoon (4 hours)
  • $1,300 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Private (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Salmon Fishing in Seattle, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Radar

Trips booked with Salmon Fishing in Seattle include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano reels, Okuma rods)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks (fruit, energy bars)
  • Drinks (Water)

Salmon Fishing in Seattle offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing

Salmon Fishing in Seattle offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Salmon Fishing in Seattle include:
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)