Big Bite Charters 

5.0
(10 reviews)
 Oregon Coast Highway, Newport, OR 97365, United States–

Big Bite Charters 

Newport, OR, United States
–
30 ft
6
5.0
(10 reviews)

Come fish with Big Bite Charters and create lovely memories on the water! Captain Demar Hagger will meet you in Newport, Oregon and take you to the area's bountiful fishing grounds both near and far off the shore. Captain Demar is a lifelong angler with a great desire to provide others with fun and productive fishing adventures. Join him aboard and have a wonderful time fishing in Oregon!

Your vessel for the day will be a 30' TJ Boats aluminum fishing boat that accommodates up to 6 guests. It runs on twin 175 HP Suzuki engines, uses full-featured navigation electronics, and has got a portable toilet you can use. It's equipped with livewell and downriggers and features a multimedia system, a wireless trolling motor, and an ice-box. In case you need any help while on board, just ask the first mate and he'll be happy to assist you.

Using light and heavy tackle, you and the crew will be chasing Black Seabass, Salmon, Halibut, and Lingcod. The techniques you can use to attract them include bottom fishing, deep sea fishing, trolling, and jigging. Remember that you can bring kids on your trip, keep the fish you catch, and that smoking is only allowed outside the boat's cabin.

Captain Demar will have ready the fishing tackle, lures, as well as drinks by the time you arrive. Just bring some snacks and drinks before you start the trip and don't forget fishing licenses.

Big Bite Charters is waiting for you!

Come fish with Big Bite Charters and create lovely memories on the water! Captain Demar Hagger will meet you in Newport, Oregon and take you to the area's bountiful fishing grounds both near and far off the shore. Captain Demar is a lifelong angler with a great desire to provide others with fun and productive fishing adventures. Join him aboard and have a wonderful time fishing in Oregon!

Your vessel for the day will be a 30' TJ Boats aluminum fishing boat that accommodates up to 6 guests. It runs on twin 175 HP Suzuki engines, uses full-featured navigation electronics, and has got a portable toilet you can use. It's equipped with livewell and downriggers and features a multimedia system, a wireless trolling motor, and an ice-box. In case you need any help while on board, just ask the first mate and he'll be happy to assist you.

Using light and heavy tackle, you and the crew will be chasing Black Seabass, Salmon, Halibut, and Lingcod. The techniques you can use to attract them include bottom fishing, deep sea fishing, trolling, and jigging. Remember that you can bring kids on your trip, keep the fish you catch, and that smoking is only allowed outside the boat's cabin.

Captain Demar will have ready the fishing tackle, lures, as well as drinks by the time you arrive. Just bring some snacks and drinks before you start the trip and don't forget fishing licenses.

Big Bite Charters is waiting for you!

Demar Hagger
Captain
Demar Hagger
28 years of experience
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5 Hour Trip – Seabass, Lingcod
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 20 - Jun 30
Black Rockfish
US $280
Shared tour: 2 people
crabbing
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 20 - Jun 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun)
Crab
US $300
Shared tour: 2 people
silver salmon
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Jun 30
Salmon
US $550
Shared tour: 2 people
8 Hour Trip – Inshore Halibut
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 20 - Jun 30
US $550
Shared tour: 2 people
8 Hour Trip – Offshore Halibut
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 20 - Jun 30
Halibut
US $700
Shared tour: 2 people
offshore halibut
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 20 - Jun 30
Halibut
US $700
Shared tour: 2 people
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Rating

5.0
10 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (9)

Reviews (10)

  • Kenneth Hoffman
    Kenneth Hoffman
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    communication/catching fish

    5 Hour Trip – Seabass, Lingcod on June 13, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    great guide captain, still took us out on a windy day and cought fish

  • Chandler Villarreal
    Chandler Villarreal
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing trip! 10/10

    5 Hour Trip – Seabass, Lingcod on May 11, 2024 • 6 adults

    Demar was an amazing guide all around. He put us on fish as soon as we got out there! His deck hand was amazing as well. If your line got snagged or tangled, he had it fixed within seconds. When you caught a fish, he had it on ice, rebated your pole and had you back in the water immediately. Both of them had great attitudes and made the whole trip fun. Easily would recommend to anyone looking for a charter!!

  • Bob Spain
    Bob Spain
    Repeat angler
    us
    Utah, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent trip

    8 Hour Trip – Offshore Halibut on June 14, 2024 • 3 adults

    These guys had excellent enthusiasm and worked hard to get us on the fish..we went out on a charter off shore halibut trip and we were very happy with the trip. Captain and first mate are very friendly and knowledgeable. We were back at the docks shorly after noon with our limits, highly recommend.

  • Aubree Haggans
    Aubree Haggans
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Demar

    5 Hour Trip – Seabass, Lingcod on June 20, 2026 • 4 adults
  • Amy Fairchild
    Amy Fairchild
    us
    Utah, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Fabulous captain!

    5 Hour Trip – Seabass, Lingcod on June 27, 2025 • 4 adults

    Demar was truly a great captain. He made sure we were catching fish and having a good time. He was personable and knowledgeable. Went out of his way to help us with crab as well! My husband said he had great music taste too!

  • Randall Ross
    Randall Ross
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    June fishing trip

    5 Hour Trip – Seabass, Lingcod on June 14, 2023 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Demar tried to talk me into canceling the trip because of weather conditions but I insisted on doing it anyway so he drove 2 and half hours to try this for me and my family but after getting about 3 miles out I realized why indeed he wanted us to cancel so for the fact he tried anyway, I think he went above and beyond of what most other people would’ve so I can only imagine what an actual day of fishing with him would’ve turned out to be! I would recommend him to anyone!! Thank you for trying for us captain!

  • Chasen Quick
    Chasen Quick
    us
    Montana, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    More than just a fun fishing trip!

    crabbing on June 22, 2023 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Demar and his crew have the professionalism and experience to customize your experience to your expectations. Our trip was 110% exactly what I was wanting for my wife and 2 small sons. They matched our capabilities and got our sons busy learning and having fun! We caught so many fish,and had so many more laughs. I will go out of my way to have more trips and experiences with Demar and his amazing company. Hands down a must do!

  • Eric Benson
    Eric Benson
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Top notch.

    8 Hour Trip – Inshore Halibut on June 25, 2025 • 3 adults

    Very happy with Captain and Mate! Could not ask for more. Fish Butt’s for 30 years.

  • Glen Macy
    Glen Macy
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Day On The Ocean!

    8 Hour Trip – Offshore Halibut on June 18, 2022 • 6 adults

    Boat and Captain Demar were great! Went out for a deep sea halibut trip with some friends and had fun day. Would definitely book again!

  • Joe Gardner
    Joe Gardner
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0

    HALF DAY TRIP WITH CAPTAIN DEMAR

    5 Hour Trip – Seabass, Lingcod on April 14, 2022

    First time taking 3 young kids on a trip like this. Demar was great with them. We will be returning next year.

Rating

5.0
10 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (9)

All reviews (10)

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Aubree Haggans
Aubree Haggans
us
Oregon, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Demar
5 Hour Trip – Seabass, Lingcod on June 20, 2026 • 4 adults

Kenneth Hoffman
Kenneth Hoffman
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
communication/catching fish
5 Hour Trip – Seabass, Lingcod on June 13, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

great guide captain, still took us out on a windy day and cought fish

Chandler Villarreal
Chandler Villarreal
us
Oregon, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Amazing trip! 10/10
5 Hour Trip – Seabass, Lingcod on May 11, 2024 • 6 adults

Demar was an amazing guide all around. He put us on fish as soon as we got out there! His deck hand was amazing as well. If your line got snagged or tangled, he had it fixed within seconds. When you caught a fish, he had it on ice, rebated your pole and had you back in the water immediately. Both of them had great attitudes and made the whole trip fun. Easily would recommend to anyone looking for a charter!!

Amy Fairchild
Amy Fairchild
us
Utah, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Fabulous captain!
5 Hour Trip – Seabass, Lingcod on June 27, 2025 • 4 adults

Demar was truly a great captain. He made sure we were catching fish and having a good time. He was personable and knowledgeable. Went out of his way to help us with crab as well! My husband said he had great music taste too!

Demar Hagger
Response from Captain

thanks for coming you guys were great

Randall Ross
Randall Ross
us
Iowa, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
June fishing trip
5 Hour Trip – Seabass, Lingcod on June 14, 2023 • 2 adults • 1 child

Demar tried to talk me into canceling the trip because of weather conditions but I insisted on doing it anyway so he drove 2 and half hours to try this for me and my family but after getting about 3 miles out I realized why indeed he wanted us to cancel so for the fact he tried anyway, I think he went above and beyond of what most other people would’ve so I can only imagine what an actual day of fishing with him would’ve turned out to be! I would recommend him to anyone!! Thank you for trying for us captain!

FAQs about Big Bite Charters

Big Bite Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $140 per person - 5 Hour Trip – Seabass, Lingcod (5 hours)
  • US $150 per person - crabbing (5 hours)
  • US $275 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Inshore Halibut (8 hours)
  • US $275 per person - silver salmon (8 hours)
  • US $350 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore Halibut (8 hours)
  • US $350 per person - offshore halibut (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Big Bite Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Big Bite Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Drinks
  • First mate
Big Bite Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
Big Bite Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Big Bite Charters include:
  • Black Rockfish
  • Halibut
  • Lingcod
  • Salmon

Your captain

Demar Hagger
Demar Hagger
Newport, Oregon, United States
7 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
38 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2021
Captain Demar is a 43 years old angler from Oregon who has been fishing his whole life. After fishing in Alaska for some time, he returned to Oregon and he wishes to share his love for fishing with others.
Demar Hagger
Demar Hagger
Fully verified
7
reports
38
reviews
2021
member since
~1h
response
Captain Demar is a 43 years old angler from Oregon who has been fishing his whole life. After fishing in Alaska for some time, he returned to Oregon and he wishes to share his love for fishing with others.

The fish you can target

Black Rockfish
Black Rockfish
Halibut
Halibut
Lingcod
Lingcod
Salmon
Salmon
Black Rockfish
Black Rockfish
Halibut
Halibut
Lingcod
Lingcod
Salmon
Salmon

Real catches by this captain

  • communication/catching fish
    Kenneth H.
    Kenneth H.
  • Top notch.
    Eric B.
    Eric B.
  • Excellent trip
    Bob S.
    Bob S.
  • Amazing trip! 10/10
    Chandler V.
    Chandler V.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
TJ Boats
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 175HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Drinks
First mate

How cancellations work

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
No smoking
Inside the cabin
You keep catch
Crew keeps catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
 PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Newport right now

HalibutHalibut
LingcodLingcod

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