If fishing in Winchester Bay is on your bucket list, look no further than Josh Sutch Guide Service.
These waters are known for Salmon, Chinook Salmon, Shad, Lingcod, Halibut, Smallmouth Bass, Sturgeon, Coho Salmon, Black Seabass, Albacore Tuna, Striped Bass, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream. On these trips, it’s common to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.
Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Don't forget to bring snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!
Your day begins aboard a 26' Hewescraft pilothouse with room for 6 passengers. It has downriggers, and everything you need for a productive day on the water. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures.
You will need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.
Some essentials to bring are sunblock (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Josh Sutch Guide Service will make it easy for you to go fishing in Winchester Bay. So, how about booking that trip?
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (12)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
75%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Caught fish
90%
Jul 16, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
Jul 23, 2025
8 Hour Trip – Lingcod/Rockfish
We fished for Rock Fish and Lingcod. We caught our limit of Rock Fish in a few hours. We had a great time. After we caught our limit on fish he took us to a crab trap and gave us a bucket of crab. Josh was a great guide and very friendly and knowledgeable.
We fished for Rock Fish and Lingcod. We caught our limit of Rock Fish in a few hours. We had a great time. After we caught our...
Jul 23, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Crabbing aftenoon
This was our first experience cruising on an ocean boat. Captain Josh was very knowledgeable, friendly and ensured we had a good time. We are looking forward to booking a longer fishing trip with him in the future.
This was our first experience cruising on an ocean boat. Captain Josh was very knowledgeable, friendly and ensured we had a good...
Jul 8, 2025
8 Hour Trip–Lingcod/Rockfish Shared
Josh and Lane worked very hard to provide us with an amazing trip. They were very knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. We did get sea sick, so plan accordingly. I would highly recommend this charter trip.
Josh and Lane worked very hard to provide us with an amazing trip. They were very knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating....
Jul 12, 2025
8 Hour Trip–Lingcod/Rockfish Shared
Took the 8 hour trip, dropped some pots, fished some, but water was really choppy and quite a few of us weren’t feeling well. He still made sure we all had a great time. Would highly recommend
Took the 8 hour trip, dropped some pots, fished some, but water was really choppy and quite a few of us weren’t feeling well....
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (12)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
75%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Caught fish
90%
Trip was supposed to happen on July 16, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
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8 Hour Trip – Lingcod/Rockfish on July 23, 2025
We fished for Rock Fish and Lingcod. We caught our limit of Rock Fish in a few hours. We had a great time. After we caught our limit on fish he took us to a crab trap and gave us a bucket of crab. Josh was a great guide and very friendly and knowledgeable.
We fished for Rock Fish and Lingcod. We caught our limit of Rock Fish in a few hours. We had a great time. After we caught our limit on fish he took us to a crab trap and gave us a bucket of crab. Josh was a great guide and very friendly and knowledgeable.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
4 Hour Trip – Crabbing aftenoon on July 23, 2025
This was our first experience cruising on an ocean boat. Captain Josh was very knowledgeable, friendly and ensured we had a good time. We are looking forward to booking a longer fishing trip with him in the future.
This was our first experience cruising on an ocean boat. Captain Josh was very knowledgeable, friendly and ensured we had a good time. We are looking forward to booking a longer fishing trip with him in the future.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
8 Hour Trip–Lingcod/Rockfish Shared on July 8, 2025
Josh and Lane worked very hard to provide us with an amazing trip. They were very knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. We did get sea sick, so plan accordingly. I would highly recommend this charter trip.
Josh and Lane worked very hard to provide us with an amazing trip. They were very knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. We did get sea sick, so plan accordingly. I would highly recommend this charter trip.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
8 Hour Trip–Lingcod/Rockfish Shared on July 12, 2025
Took the 8 hour trip, dropped some pots, fished some, but water was really choppy and quite a few of us weren’t feeling well. He still made sure we all had a great time. Would highly recommend
Took the 8 hour trip, dropped some pots, fished some, but water was really choppy and quite a few of us weren’t feeling well. He still made sure we all had a great time. Would highly recommend