The lower Columbia & Ocean are loaded with some salmon returns. Northwest Fishing Adventures will take you out on either river for a high-quality fishing experience.
They have a 2023 ‘Alumaweld Columbia fishing boat that is perfect for these waters. The vessel is powered by a 150 HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 31 knots. The 23’ craft is big enough to fit you along with 5 other anglers for a fun-filled day on the water.
Summer & Fall Chinook Salmon, as well as Coho are the species that you’ll go after alongside your guide, Herman Fleishman. His experience of the river here is second to none and he knows just the right spots to make this a truly successful fishing trip.
He’ll provide you with both light and heavy fishing tackle to get the job done. Okuma reels and Lamigrass rods are the brands that he trusts the most to make your day a success. When the trip is over he’ll clean your catches for you as part of the price.
Book your fishing permit online before the trip, and bring some refreshments. Get ready to enjoy an adventure of a lifetime on Oregon’s finest rivers and reel in some of the best freshwater fish in the world.
Captain
Herman Fleishman
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Rating summary
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Appropriate for children
79%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
84%
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Full Day Trip on August 7, 2024
The Captain was on time and ready to go. Navigated across the bar safely to get out to the ocean. Got us on the fish and made sure we got tasty Coho in the box. After that, the wind started to kick up, and the Captain smartly took us back to the mouth of the river. By the time we got back inside the jetties the wind had kicked up as was getting pretfy rough. Herman's experience lead to the right and safe call. Once back inside the jetties we went trophy hunting for Chinook and were able to land one nice one after a fun 15min fight. Thanks Capt Herman!
The Captain was on time and ready to go. Navigated across the bar safely to get out to the ocean. Got us on the fish and made sure we got tasty Coho in the box. After that, the wind started to kick up, and the Captain smartly took us back to the mouth of the river. By the time we got back inside the jetties the wind had kicked up as was getting pretfy rough. Herman's experience lead to the right and safe call. Once back inside the jetties we went trophy hunting for Chinook and were able...
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Full Day Trip on August 1, 2024
Went with husband and son who had both fished the seas before. I had not, and Herman was very patient with me especially when helping to pull in my first salmon catch ever! Everyone caught a good sized salmon! Herman was also patient in trying a variety of locations which helped ensure we each ended up with a fish! Herman cut up and filleted each fish when we arrived back to the dock.
Went with husband and son who had both fished the seas before. I had not, and Herman was very patient with me especially when helping to pull in my first salmon catch ever! Everyone caught a good sized salmon! Herman was also patient in trying a variety of locations which helped ensure we each ended up with a fish! Herman cut up and filleted each fish when we arrived back to the dock.
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Full Day Trip on July 27, 2024
The captain was great. He knew exactly where to go and what gear to use. In about two hours of fishing all four of us on the boat caught our daily limit. I will fish with Northwest again and highly recommend them.
The captain was great. He knew exactly where to go and what gear to use. In about two hours of fishing all four of us on the boat caught our daily limit. I will fish with Northwest again and highly recommend them.
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Full Day Trip on September 2, 2024
Billions of dollars have been spent to recover the dwindling salmon runs on the west coast but they just keep getting worse. It is time for someone to get serious about their job.
Billions of dollars have been spent to recover the dwindling salmon runs on the west coast but they just keep getting worse. It is time for someone to get serious about their job.
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Full Day Trip on August 25, 2024
Herman worked hard to put us on some fish and it was fantastic to have for dinner! It was a great day to be in a boat and I had a fun time in Astoria!
Herman worked hard to put us on some fish and it was fantastic to have for dinner! It was a great day to be in a boat and I had a fun time in Astoria!
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Astoria, Oregon, United States
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Captain Herman Fleishman has been an avid fisherman since he was 12 years old. He started running this fishing charter in 2014 but he also used to guide when he was a younger man in Alaska in the 1980s. Not only does he love taking you out, but he also loves to teach you the successful methods that he's been using for decades. His passion for teaching runs beyond his charter as he is a member of a few fishing organizations that aim to enhance fishing for future generations.
River Fishing
Columbia , Tribuitaries and North Coast
Nearshore Fishing
Ocean
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Fighting Chair
All chairs are comfortable factory Alumaweld seats
GPS
Lorance
Fishfinder
Lorance
Wireless Trolling Motor
Garmin Reactor
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Yes, Whole fish or fillet
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.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Generally kids with good attention spans. But no limits. Kids are welcome.
No Alcohol
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.