Oregon Lingcod Fishing Charters

Oregon Lingcod Fishing Charters

Top Oregon Lingcod Fishing Destinations

Best Lingcod Fishing Charters in Oregon

Oregon: 43 fishing charters available
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(1 review)
Portland
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trips from US $250
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Newport
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trips from US $250
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(36 reviews)
Gold Beach
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trips from US $600
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(64 reviews)
Newport
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trips from US $150

Lingcod Fishing in Oregon

Lingcod
  • Size 10 to 35lbs
  • Food Value Good
  • Game Qualities Low
  • Habitats Nearshore, Offshore

(Ophiodon elongatus)

Despite its name, Lingcod is different to both Ling and Cod. But it's just as rewarding to catch as the two of them combined! The Lingcod fishing Oregon is known for is a perfect example. What makes them even more popular is the fact that they tend to stay in a lot of places. Young ones stick to muddy and sandy bottoms near the shore, while adult Lingcod like rocky surfaces anywhere up to 230 fathoms (1400 ft) deep. This means you can catch them on shorter trips, as well.

What to Expect

The easiest way to catch Lingcod is to head inshore. In Oregon, that means checking out the bays. Some of the most popular inshore Lingcod fisheries include Nehalem and Tillamook Bay. These are always a great option if you’re short on time but still want to have some fun fishing.

Anglers with time to spare can head a few miles out into the nearshore waters, where the Lingcod are bigger (and some would say tastier). You can expect these trips to last around 6–8 hours. That gives you plenty of time to also do some crabbing if they happen to be in town.

But if you want the biggest fish out there, you’ll need to go some 15–20 miles offshore and have heavy tackle ready. You’ll be fishing at up to 400 feet of water deep for some of the biggest Lingcod this part of the Pacific can offer. Fishing for deep water Lingcod is a tall order for anyone who doesn’t know the fishery intimately, as most captains keep the best spots for themselves. Take some time to find an experienced charter captain, and you’ll be rewarded for it.

Something to keep in mind is that the bag limit for Lingcod is two per person, which makes going after bigger ones even more worthwhile.

How to Prepare

While fishing itself is loads of fun, it’s important you come ready for it. That means you need to buy a valid fishing license for all anglers older than 12, which you can do online or from a licensed retailer. You should also take care to dress in layers (especially on longer trips) as well as bring along some snacks for longer trips.

You can go after Lingcod at pretty much any time of year, making any day a good day for fishing. The fish are out there, so come on down and have some fun!

Oregon Lingcod Fishing Seasons

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Seasonality

Lingcod fishing in Oregon doesn't vary throughout the year. High season is January to December. There is no closed season.
Oregon
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What anglers said about Lingcod Fishing in Oregon

Ocean can be rough this time of year. Be prepared for delays from weather. Be safe
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Ocean can be rough this time of year. Be prepared for delays from weather. Be safe
Pacific Offshore Charters
Pacific Offshore Charters
If you are fishing for sturgeon it is great (though it is catch and release in Jan).
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you are fishing for sturgeon it is great (though it is catch and release in Jan).
Rivertrek NW โ€“ Sturgeon Fishing
Rivertrek NW โ€“ Sturgeon Fishing
We were the only ones on the water. The sturgeon were jumping out of the water everywhere. The weather was mild and partially cloudy. All around excellent time.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We were the only ones on the water. The sturgeon were jumping out of the water everywhere. The weather was mild and partially cloudy. All around excellent time.
Rivertrek NW โ€“ Sturgeon Fishing
Rivertrek NW โ€“ Sturgeon Fishing
One absolutely has to book a trip with Barry at least once in their angling adventures. Highly recommended.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
One absolutely has to book a trip with Barry at least once in their angling adventures. Highly recommended.
Sandy River Guide Service
Sandy River Guide Service
Salem area fishing can be hit or miss as Salemites know. But, folks, say yes to Oregon coastal river fishing! And, use Chicken Little! Capt Logan has your back! Trust me, 60-90 minutes back to Salem goes by in a flash when you catch your limit with your kid!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Salem area fishing can be hit or miss as Salemites know. But, folks, say yes to Oregon coastal river fishing! And, use Chicken Little! Capt Logan has your back! Trust me, 60-90 minutes back to Salem goes by in a flash when you catch your limit with your kid!
Chicken Littleโ€™s Guide Service
Chicken Littleโ€™s Guide Service
Fishing is great. Like anywhere else, it's called fishing, not catching. Although we did catch fish, the captain made for a fun trip. I would recommend to go crabbing as well.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fishing is great. Like anywhere else, it's called fishing, not catching. Although we did catch fish, the captain made for a fun trip. I would recommend to go crabbing as well.
Play N Hooky Guide Service-Tillamook's Bay
Play N Hooky Guide Service-Tillamook's Bay
Find a good guide, be flexible, come prepared, and understand the weather is the challenge.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Find a good guide, be flexible, come prepared, and understand the weather is the challenge.
Woodys Northwest Fishing&Fun โ€“ Tillamook Bay
Woodys Northwest Fishing&Fun โ€“ Tillamook Bay
It depends on rain and how many fish enter river during the run. Also if they start to let netting of drag boats it decreases your chance of a big fish. August to first week of September
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It depends on rain and how many fish enter river during the run. Also if they start to let netting of drag boats it decreases your chance of a big fish. August to first week of September
2 Net Fishing Guide LLC โ€“ Portland
2 Net Fishing Guide LLC โ€“ Portland
Yes. Our guide was a good teacher of novice retired old folks who came back happy with a cooler full of salmon and dungeness crab โ€ผ๏ธ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Yes. Our guide was a good teacher of novice retired old folks who came back happy with a cooler full of salmon and dungeness crab โ€ผ๏ธ
Big Johnson's Guide Service โ€“ Nehalem
Big Johnson's Guide Service โ€“ Nehalem Fallbrook, CA
We came in Sept. Perfect time to fish. Not crowded but was still able to land fish. Great time.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We came in Sept. Perfect time to fish. Not crowded but was still able to land fish. Great time.
Black Dogg Guide Service
Black Dogg Guide Service Cumming, GA
Be prepared for all weather. Dress in layers. And donโ€™t forget your cameras!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be prepared for all weather. Dress in layers. And donโ€™t forget your cameras!
Pastime Fishing Adventures โ€“ Offshore
Pastime Fishing Adventures โ€“ Offshore Lincoln City, Oregon
Fish in the bay\river. It may be rough going across the bar for a newbie. But expect to catch fish, because you will!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fish in the bay\river. It may be rough going across the bar for a newbie. But expect to catch fish, because you will!
Reel Em Up Fishing Adventures- Astoria
Reel Em Up Fishing Adventures- Astoria Highlands Ranch, CO
Lovely time to be out there. Not too hot or cold. It was a weirdly calm day. We also saw a whale, dolphins, seals and sea lions. Lovely smaller town, go to whale bites cafe!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Lovely time to be out there. Not too hot or cold. It was a weirdly calm day. We also saw a whale, dolphins, seals and sea lions. Lovely smaller town, go to whale bites cafe!
Rock Bottom Fishing Charters
Rock Bottom Fishing Charters Eugene, OR
Book your trip with Prospector Fishing Adventures Captain Lyle. He knows his stuff and goes beyond any expectations.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Book your trip with Prospector Fishing Adventures Captain Lyle. He knows his stuff and goes beyond any expectations.
Prospector's Fishing Adventures
Prospector's Fishing Adventures Eugene, OR
Hit and miss on the fish. Good weather but a very knowledgeable guide is recommended or you could be going for a boat ride
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Hit and miss on the fish. Good weather but a very knowledgeable guide is recommended or you could be going for a boat ride
Woodys Northwest Fishing&Fun โ€“ Tillamook Bay
Woodys Northwest Fishing&Fun โ€“ Tillamook Bay Sherwood, OR
This was my wifeโ€™s first time. He made her first experience a memory for a lifetime. Your wifeโ€™s will love going on his boat.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
This was my wifeโ€™s first time. He made her first experience a memory for a lifetime. Your wifeโ€™s will love going on his boat.
Caleb's Guide Service - Astoria
Caleb's Guide Service - Astoria Hualapai, AZ
Great harbor, great charter co. Columbia River is an entity unto itself, so awesome to be out on it.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Great harbor, great charter co. Columbia River is an entity unto itself, so awesome to be out on it.
RiverTrek NW โ€“ Buoy 10
RiverTrek NW โ€“ Buoy 10 Springfield, OR
Sometimes you win and times you donโ€™t, expect to have fun and probably see a Whale or two.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Sometimes you win and times you donโ€™t, expect to have fun and probably see a Whale or two.
Pastime Fishing Adventures โ€“ Offshore
Pastime Fishing Adventures โ€“ Offshore Halleck, NV
I recommend booking with Robert Vernon; Out Fishin and be prepared together wet! Bring all weather gear. There is storage on the boat.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I recommend booking with Robert Vernon; Out Fishin and be prepared together wet! Bring all weather gear. There is storage on the boat.
Out Fishin
Out Fishin Sedro-Woolley, WA
Understand that it's great to catch fish but depending on weather and conditions of the water there is no guarantee on leaving with fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Understand that it's great to catch fish but depending on weather and conditions of the water there is no guarantee on leaving with fish.
RiverTrek NW โ€“ Buoy 10
RiverTrek NW โ€“ Buoy 10 Portland, Oregon