Big Dave's Fishing with Capt. Sam – Sled

Running angling trips out of Tillamook, Big Dave’s Fishing Adventures invites you to experience some of Oregon’s most famous fisheries in Tillamook Bay.

Capt. Sam specializes in guided fishing trips for Steelhead and Salmon. He does his best to put you on the fish and makes sure you have fun doing it. You’ll be using techniques like bottom fishing, fly fishing, drift fishing, jigging, and spinning, depending on what you’re going after. As part of their 8-hour trips, you can target species like Rainbow Trout, Salmon, and Cutthroat Trout, depending on the current season and weather conditions.

Your adventure begins on board a 20’ NorthRiver boat that can fit a maximum of 4 anglers. All the necessary fishing gear is included in the price of your trip. Fishing licenses aren’t included, so make sure to get them prior to the trip.

This is a children-friendly charter, so you’re welcome to bring your kids on for a fun fishing adventure.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Big Dave’s Fishing Adventures.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    8 Hour Trip – Fall Chinook Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Oct 31
    US $550
    This full-day trip will be targeting fall Chinook along the Oregon coast in Tillamook Bay/tidewaters and/or the Pacific Ocean. Grab your fishing license, rain gear, and lunch, and captain Sam will take you on an adventure.
    Targeted fish
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon

FAQs about Big Dave's Fishing with Capt. Sam – Sled

Big Dave's Fishing with Capt. Sam – Sled offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $275 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Fall Chinook Fishing (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Big Dave's Fishing with Capt. Sam – Sled, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Big Dave's Fishing with Capt. Sam – Sled include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Big Dave's Fishing with Capt. Sam – Sled offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing

Big Dave's Fishing with Capt. Sam – Sled offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Big Dave's Fishing with Capt. Sam – Sled include:
  • Cutthroat Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Meet the Charter Operator

Big Dave's Fishing Adventures
Tillamook, Oregon, United States
5 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 2022
Captain David and Captain Sam run river, inshore, and nearshore trips out of Tillamook, Oregon. Join in with your whole family and spend a wonderful day on the area's rich and beautiful waters.

About this listing

Targeted species

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

Boat specs

NorthRiver (Aluminum fishing) originally built in 2003. Powered by 2 150HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 32 knots.

Length
20 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fly Fishing Equipment

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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

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
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 3 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Randy G.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great weather great guide great fishing who can complain

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Fall Chinook Fishing on October 13, 2023
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Jeremy B.
Portland, OR
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
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5.0 / 5
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VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Fall Chinook Fishing on September 17, 2023
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Mark K.
Tillamook, Oregon
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with David

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Fall Chinook Fishing on October 21, 2022
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