Baxter's Guided Fishing 

5.0/5 (8 reviews)
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 11899-11811 7th St NE, Lake Stevens, WA 98270, United States

Baxter's Guided Fishing 

5.0/5 (8 reviews)
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11899-11811 7th St NE
Lake Stevens, WA, United States

If fishing in Lake Stevens is on your bucket list, look no further than Baxter's Guided Fishing. With Captain James at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

Around here it's common to catch Cutthroat Trout, Coho Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Sockeye Salmon, Yellow Perch, Sturgeon, Pink Salmon, Chinook Salmon, Chum Salmon, and more, depending on conditions. During the trip you might be spinning, trolling, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Also remember to bring snacks to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!

You'll be dropping lines from a 24' Alumaweld fishing boat with room for 6 passengers. It comes with downriggers, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. 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.

It's recommended to bring sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Get in touch with Capt. James below and start planning your trip today!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 8 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (19)

September fishing trip
September fishing trip
Great captain, great boat, a lot of fish
+16

Angler rating

8
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

100%

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Ryan H.
Ryan H.

Snohomish, Washington

5.0/5

Mar 8, 2025

8 Hour Trip – Winter Combo

Fish with Baxter!

I've had the opportunity to fish with Baxter's Guided Fishing several times. His knowledge and skills will put you on fish time and time again. Better yet, he makes sure it's fun. In fact, of all the fishing guides I've been with, James is the only repeat I've used. We have fished in 25 degrees, sideways rain, and blazing sun. Every time it was an incredible experience. He is the guy who not only catches fish from a puddle, he limits from the puddle. He will teach you how to do it too! If you want to learn a new method, or just go for fun, Baxters is the guide to choose.

I've had the opportunity to fish with Baxter's Guided Fishing several times. His knowledge and skills will put you on fish time...  

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Steve D.
Steve D.
5.0/5

Jul 18, 2025

Special 6 hour trip for Steve Donofrio

Great day on the water

VERIFIED

Captain Jim was awesome.Just a wonderful guy,it was like fishing with one of your oldest friends but the guy actually knows how to put fish in the boat😁.The boats another story,May be the perfect fishing setup,extremely functional and well equipped without sacrificing comfort.When I’m on the west coast I’ll be fishing with Jim for sure

Captain Jim was awesome.Just a wonderful guy,it was like fishing with one of your oldest friends but the guy actually knows how...  

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Paul L.
Paul L.
5.0/5

Aug 16, 2025

Snohomish river pink salmon

Great captain, great boat, a lot of fish

VERIFIED

Capt. James was great. He knew the lake, had his technique dialed in, gave us clear tips and quickly put us onto fish. The boat is comfortable with plenty of space (there were 4 of us). Informative, good sense of humor and most importantly, knows how to get you onto fish! Highly recommend.

Capt. James was great. He knew the lake, had his technique dialed in, gave us clear tips and quickly put us onto fish. The boat...  

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Really fun group of guys 🤘
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Bruce C.
Bruce C.

Seattle, Washington

5.0/5

Oct 10, 2024

8 Hour Trip – Fall Kings

Full day Hanford trip

We spent the day with James on his boat with my buddy and our 3 year old son. It was our son’s 1st guided trip and we had an absolute blast. Baxter was very patient with Drake and let him help out with everything on the boat. My wife was hesitant on letting him go but Baxter said he enjoyed having kids on the boat and to bring him along. It was a trip we will never forget and I look forward to another trip with him.

We spent the day with James on his boat with my buddy and our 3 year old son. It was our son’s 1st guided trip and we had an absolute...  

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Ben E.
Ben E.

Bellevue, Washington

5.0/5

May 26, 2025

8 Hour Trip – Kokanee/Trout.

Lake Stevens morning trip

We had a great trip! James put on on the fish right away and we limited. I saw very few other boats catching fish. James knows fishing and willingly shares his knowledge. A good trip all the way around.

We had a great trip! James put on on the fish right away and we limited. I saw very few other boats catching fish. James knows...  

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Snohomish river pink salmon
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Kokanee/Trout.
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Jun 30 (Fri, Sat, Sun)
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Winter Combo
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Summer Sockeye
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 4:30 AM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Fall Kings
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Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 8 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (19)

September fishing trip
September fishing trip
Great captain, great boat, a lot of fish
+16

Angler rating

8
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews
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Ryan H.
Ryan H.

Snohomish, Washington

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fish with Baxter!

8 Hour Trip – Winter Combo on March 8, 2025

I've had the opportunity to fish with Baxter's Guided Fishing several times. His knowledge and skills will put you on fish time and time again. Better yet, he makes sure it's fun. In fact, of all the fishing guides I've been with, James is the only repeat I've used. We have fished in 25 degrees, sideways rain, and blazing sun. Every time it was an incredible experience. He is the guy who not only catches fish from a puddle, he limits from the puddle. He will teach you how to do it too! If you want to learn a new method, or just go for fun, Baxters is the guide to choose.

I've had the opportunity to fish with Baxter's Guided Fishing several times. His knowledge and skills will put you on fish time and time again. Better yet, he makes sure it's fun. In fact, of all the fishing guides I've been with, James is the only repeat I've used. We have fished in 25 degrees, sideways rain, and blazing sun. Every time it was an incredible experience. He is the guy who not only catches fish from a puddle, he limits from the puddle. He will teach you how to do it too! If...  

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Steve D.
Steve D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day on the water

VERIFIED

Special 6 hour trip for Steve Donofrio on July 18, 2025

Captain Jim was awesome.Just a wonderful guy,it was like fishing with one of your oldest friends but the guy actually knows how to put fish in the boat😁.The boats another story,May be the perfect fishing setup,extremely functional and well equipped without sacrificing comfort.When I’m on the west coast I’ll be fishing with Jim for sure

Captain Jim was awesome.Just a wonderful guy,it was like fishing with one of your oldest friends but the guy actually knows how to put fish in the boat😁.The boats another story,May be the perfect fishing setup,extremely functional and well equipped without sacrificing comfort.When I’m on the west coast I’ll be fishing with Jim for sure  

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Paul L.
Paul L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great captain, great boat, a lot of fish

VERIFIED

Snohomish river pink salmon on August 16, 2025

Capt. James was great. He knew the lake, had his technique dialed in, gave us clear tips and quickly put us onto fish. The boat is comfortable with plenty of space (there were 4 of us). Informative, good sense of humor and most importantly, knows how to get you onto fish! Highly recommend.

Capt. James was great. He knew the lake, had his technique dialed in, gave us clear tips and quickly put us onto fish. The boat is comfortable with plenty of space (there were 4 of us). Informative, good sense of humor and most importantly, knows how to get you onto fish! Highly recommend.  

 Paul L. recommends Baxter's Guided Fishing

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Replied on September 14, 2025
Really fun group of guys 🤘
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Bruce C.
Bruce C.

Seattle, Washington

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Full day Hanford trip

8 Hour Trip – Fall Kings on October 10, 2024

We spent the day with James on his boat with my buddy and our 3 year old son. It was our son’s 1st guided trip and we had an absolute blast. Baxter was very patient with Drake and let him help out with everything on the boat. My wife was hesitant on letting him go but Baxter said he enjoyed having kids on the boat and to bring him along. It was a trip we will never forget and I look forward to another trip with him.

We spent the day with James on his boat with my buddy and our 3 year old son. It was our son’s 1st guided trip and we had an absolute blast. Baxter was very patient with Drake and let him help out with everything on the boat. My wife was hesitant on letting him go but Baxter said he enjoyed having kids on the boat and to bring him along. It was a trip we will never forget and I look forward to another trip with him.  

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Ben E.
Ben E.

Bellevue, Washington

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Lake Stevens morning trip

8 Hour Trip – Kokanee/Trout. on May 26, 2025

We had a great trip! James put on on the fish right away and we limited. I saw very few other boats catching fish. James knows fishing and willingly shares his knowledge. A good trip all the way around.

We had a great trip! James put on on the fish right away and we limited. I saw very few other boats catching fish. James knows fishing and willingly shares his knowledge. A good trip all the way around.  

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2020
Boat manufacturer
Alumaweld
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots
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