Matt Fords Guide Service 

5.0
(2 reviews)
 Port Drive, Gold Beach, OR 97444, United States

Matt Fords Guide Service 

Gold Beach, OR, United States
20 ft
6
5.0
(2 reviews)

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If you're ready to get hooked on fishing in beautiful Gold Beach, Oregon, throughout the summer, or anywhere in Southern Oregon for steelhead, look no further than Matt Ford's Guide Service. With Captain Matt at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Halibut, Rockfish, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Lingcod, Black Rockfish, Sturgeon, Albacore Tuna, Crab, and whatever else takes the bait.

Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself spinning, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or using a more specialized technique suited to the area. Capt. Matt also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly-fishing gear.

Families looking to make 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. Snacks are permitted onboard, so bring your favorites!

Your excursion begins aboard a 21' jet boat with space for 6 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Capt. Matt will provide rods and reels, along with lures.

Before coming aboard, you may need to purchase a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

A few items to bring include a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, as long as you avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

How often do you wish you could go fishing? Go ahead and turn that daydream into a reality with Matt Ford's Guide Service.

If you're ready to get hooked on fishing in beautiful Gold Beach, Oregon, throughout the summer, or anywhere in Southern Oregon for steelhead, look no further than Matt Ford's Guide Service. With Captain Matt at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Halibut, Rockfish, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Lingcod, Black Rockfish, Sturgeon, Albacore Tuna, Crab, and whatever else takes the bait.

Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself spinning, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or using a more specialized technique suited to the area. Capt. Matt also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly-fishing gear.

Families looking to make 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. Snacks are permitted onboard, so bring your favorites!

Your excursion begins aboard a 21' jet boat with space for 6 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Capt. Matt will provide rods and reels, along with lures.

Before coming aboard, you may need to purchase a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

A few items to bring include a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, as long as you avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

How often do you wish you could go fishing? Go ahead and turn that daydream into a reality with Matt Ford's Guide Service.

Matthew Ford
Captain
Matthew Ford
13 years of experience
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8 Hr – Fishing Adventure
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 30 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun)
Tuna (Albacore)
Sturgeon
Halibut
Lingcod
+8
US $600
Shared tour: 2 people
8 Hr – Private Fishing Adventure
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Oct 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun)
Tuna (Albacore)
Sturgeon
Halibut
Lingcod
+8
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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5.0
2 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Gray Embry
Gray Embry
Repeat angler
us
Washington State, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Great experience
8 Hr – Fishing Adventure on August 15, 20261 adult

Matt was awesome. Slow bit, but managed to put a pretty good King on the boat. The other 3 clients cancelled, and on most boats, that would mean I'd get a call cancelling the trip. Matt just grabbed a couple friends to be temporary "deck hands" and I got to fish the 4 rods until I'd gotten one. Fun to talk to, interested in fishing (you'd think this would be a must for charter captains, but... it's sadly not true all the time). Friendly and knowledgeable. Plan on going back in September to get some Coho.

Reported catch:
Chinook Salmon
Jay Hildenbrand
Jay Hildenbrand
us
Oregon, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
best guide trip yet
8 Hr – Fishing Adventure on July 25, 20262 adults

we had soooooooo much fun. he was a great guide. knew right where the fish were and was sooo patient with my son. highly recommend too

Matthew Ford
Response from Captain

thank you guys so much. You're amazing customers. I look forward to seeing you guys soon.

Gray Embry
Gray Embry
Repeat angler
us
Washington State, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
The captain canceled
September 26, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on September 26, 2026

The charter operator canceled 21 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

FAQs about Matt Fords Guide Service

Matt Fords Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per person - 8 Hr – Fishing Adventure (8 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 8 Hr – Private Fishing Adventure (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Matt Fords Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Matt Fords Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
Matt Fords Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
Matt Fords Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Matt Fords Guide Service include:
  • Black Rockfish
  • Crab
  • Halibut
  • Rockfish
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Tuna (Albacore)

Your captain

Matthew Ford
Matthew Ford

Gold Beach, Oregon, United States

ID & license verified
3 Customer reviews
Typical response within 4 hours
Member since July 2026

Hello, my name is Matt. I was raised in beautiful Southern Oregon and have lived here my entire life. My dad always had me out fishing and hunting while I was growing up. I saved up and bought my first boat as a teenager. Since then, I've loved taking both new and seasoned anglers out on the water to make lasting memories. Life is about creating moments that will last a lifetime, and there's nothing more exciting for me than being part of what I hope will be one of your most memorable and lasting experiences. I hope to see you on the water!

Matthew Ford
Matthew Ford
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reviews
2026
member since
~4h
response
Hello, my name is Matt. I was raised in beautiful Southern Oregon and have lived here my entire life. My dad always had me out fishing and hunting while I was growing up. I saved up and bought my first boat as a teenager. Since then, I've loved taking both new and seasoned anglers out on the water to make lasting memories. Life is about creating moments that will last a lifetime, and there's nothing more exciting for me than being part of what I hope will be one of your most memorable and lasting experiences. I hope to see you on the water!

The fish you can target

Black Rockfish
Black Rockfish
Crab
Crab
Halibut
Halibut
Rockfish
Rockfish
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Albacore Tuna
Albacore Tuna
Black Rockfish
Black Rockfish
Crab
Crab
Halibut
Halibut
Rockfish
Rockfish
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon

Real catches by this captain

  • Great experience
    Gray E.
    Gray E.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Speed boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
1994
Restored in
2026
Boat manufacturer
J Craft Boats
Boat type
Jet boat
Engine model
Chevrolet (Chevy)
Powered by
1 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Gold Beach to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

 PayPal

 Checks

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Gold Beach right now

HalibutHalibut
RockfishRockfish
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)

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