Captain
Barry Buckland

Member since March 2018 Troutdale, United States
Background
Barry Buckland makes his living off the land, navigating rivers and catching Salmon and Steelhead. He connects anglers from all over the country to the beautiful Sandy River. He's very experienced and you can learn a lot from him, even if you're not a beginner angler. Join him and see why so many guests return to him year after year.
Techniques
Drift boat techniques..divers and bait..plugs & lures..casting spinners and baits...

Hey, I'm Captain Barry Buckland

Troutdale, United States
Background
Barry Buckland makes his living off the land, navigating rivers and catching Salmon and Steelhead. He connects anglers from all over the country to the beautiful Sandy River. He's very experienced and you can learn a lot from him, even if you're not a beginner angler. Join him and see why so many guests return to him year after year.
Techniques
Drift boat techniques..divers and bait..plugs & lures..casting spinners and baits...
208
Reviews
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Fishing Reports

My Charter Listing

Sandy River Guide Service

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(208 reviews)
Troutdale
 Last booking: 1 day ago
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Trips from US $280

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 208 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (171)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
64%
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Clayton W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on June 4, 2025
Had a great time with Captain Barry. He gave great tips on fishing the river and got us on a big Chinook. Will definitely book...
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Leron L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Was here for a short time

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on April 11, 2025
I had a great time with Barry and he definitely knows what he is talking about . Great Vibes Iโ€™ll be back so we get the Salmon...
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Howard M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Relaxing and great views

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on July 25, 2025
captain knew all the good holes to fish. was very helpful to the novice like myself and grandson. Thanx for the memories.
Howard M. recommends Sandy River Guide Service
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Bulichi C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day with a great captain

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on March 30, 2025
Captain is very experienced and even in bad days you still have bites. Iโ€™ve lost my chance with a steelhead but hopefully...
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NANCY H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Guide really knows the Sandy River

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 28, 2025
Super fun caught a really nice salmon and another jun k fish.ย  Had lots of bites. Highly recommend.
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