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Caleb Runyan
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Caleb Runyan

Portland, United States
50+ reviews
I started fishing When I was a young kid. The first thing I learned to do was fly fish then as I grew older I learned more and more techniques. Now I use my knowledge to teach others how to have a great time on the water. I love to help people catch there first Salmon or steelhead. Nothing is more rewarding than that. The opportunity of catching the fish of a lifetime every time a new fish is on the line has me coming back for more and always will.

Charters

Rating

4.9
92 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

97%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
87%
Caught fish

All reviews (92)

Showing 1 – 5 of 92 reviews
  • Jim Ambler
    Jim Ambler
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing trip!!

    Full Day Trip – Fishing • 6 adults

    Caleb gave us a lot of great information about the area, salmon, and fishing. We caught 4 Chinook Salmon despite it being a slower time of year. There was 6 of us (7 including Caleb) but there was still plenty of room. Highly recommend!!

    Response from Captain

    Thanks I had a great time with you guys. Such a fun group. Glad to hear you are enjoying your time in Oregon. thanks for fishing with me on the Columbia River. Enjoy that fresh salmon!

  • Aaron Loukonen
    Aaron Loukonen
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Real pro

    Full day trip • 3 adults • 1 child

    We went out with Kyle. Great boat, great equipment, and he knew how to fish the area. We had a lot of fun, caught a bunch of fish. We definitely would go again with this service.

    Response from Captain

    Thanks Aaron we enjoyed having you. would love to have you guys back. save travels back home. thanks for fishing with us on the oregon coast.

  • Tim Crimmins
    Tim Crimmins
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2026

    The captain canceled

    Trip was supposed to happen on September 26, 2026
    The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
  • George King
    George King
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Unforgettable Trip with Caleb’s Guide Service

    Full Day Trip • 2 adults

    If you're looking for a top-tier fishing experience, Caleb’s Guide Service in Portland is the one to book. I had an incredible day on the water with Captain Caleb. Everything from the boat and gear to his expertise and attitude was spot on. The boat was clean, comfortable, and outfitted with high-quality equipment. Caleb was friendly, knowledgeable, and made me feel welcome from the moment I stepped aboard. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or new to fishing, he makes sure you are having a great time and know what you are doing. Caleb knew exactly where to go and kept me in the fish throughout the trip. I caught two beautiful King salmon and had a third monster on that was so strong it straightened the hook! Beyond the fishing, Caleb was just fun to be around. He shared local knowledge, great conversation, and even cleaned my catch at the end of the day. It felt more like fishing with an experienced friend than a guided tour. If you’re anywhere near Portland, do not miss the chance to fish with Caleb’s Guide Service. I’ll absolutely be booking again next time I'm in town.

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Response from Captain

    Thanks George appreciate the thoughtful words. It was a great time out on the water with you fishing on the willamette river near Portland Oregon. I enjoyed hearing some of your fishing stories and getting to know you. I hope to fish with you again soon. Hope you enjoy that fresh salmon.

  • Aaron Mcburney
    Aaron Mcburney
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing Portland Oregon

    Full Day Trip • 3 adults

    Caleb was our guide for a two day trip my Boys and I took to the Portland are rivers. The first day we were fishing for Steele Head Trout on the Clackamas River. We tried pretty hard to get some but no dice, got a few big bites but they got off the line. Caleb even spent a couple more hours on the river with us trying out more spots past our time limit. He was definitely determined to put us on the fish. The second day we moved over to the Willhamete River to fish for Salmon and my son Reeled in a big one with the biggest smile on his face. Caleb was awesome, he really knew his stuff and was honest on our prospects of hauling in some fish during this time of year. We weren’t deterred and he got us on some. Great part about fishing this area is how you have so many different species you can target in such a close proximity with different rivers and types of flow. I would definitely recommend Caleb for any one looking to catch some fish anytime. I’ll be heading back again at some point myself.

    Response from Captain

    Thanks Aaron had a great time with you and your boys. Glad you got to see a few different rivers and fishing techniques. Hope to see you guys back fishing here in the Portland area.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Caleb's Guide Service – Columbia River Gorge
    Caleb's Guide Service – Columbia River GorgeHood River, OR
    Angler proudly displaying a large Chinook Salmon while fishing on a scenic river.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Jim A.
    Jim A.
    Caleb gave us a lot of great information about the area, salmon, and fishing. We caught 4 Chinook Salmon despite it being a slower time of year. There was 6 of us (7 including Caleb) but there was still plenty of room. Highly recommend!!
  • Caleb’s Guide Service - Portland
    Caleb’s Guide Service - PortlandPortland, OR
    Angler proudly displaying a large Chinook Salmon caught along a riverbank, surrounded by a natural landscape.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Spring chinook are here! Be shre to get on the calendar for our columbia river soring chinook season. End of march earky april is a great time to get out after these fish!
  • Caleb's Guide Service – Columbia River Gorge
    Caleb's Guide Service – Columbia River GorgeHood River, OR
    Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of large Salmon on a dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Coho Salmon
    Steven R.
    Steven R.
    caleb made it a great experience and we limited out both days. verry great trip, he definitely knows what he is doing.
  • Caleb's Guide Service - Astoria
    Caleb's Guide Service - AstoriaAstoria, OR
    Group of anglers proudly displaying their catches of Salmon while fishing on a boat in overcast weather.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Joseph G.
    Joseph G.
    We had an absolute blast on our full day salmon fishing trip. Caleb was a terrific captain, most of our group had never been fishing before and everyone caught a fish. Highly recommend Caleb, we cant wait to go out fishing with him again!
  • Caleb’s Guide Service - Portland
    Caleb’s Guide Service - PortlandPortland, OR
    Angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing on a scenic river, surrounded by lush mountains.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Get ready to fish during one of the best months of the year. Fall salmon on the colunbia river are here. Get in on the action before these fish are gone! Who wants some fresh salmon for dinner??
  • Caleb's Guide Service – Columbia River Gorge
    Caleb's Guide Service – Columbia River GorgeHood River, OR
    An angler proudly displaying a large Chinook Salmon while fishing on a scenic river, showcasing the thrill of the catch.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Richard C.
    Richard C.
    Captain Caleb was great. He communicated well, both before and during the trip, keeping us updated and answering our questions. The boat was nice and well equipped to get on the fish!
  • Caleb's Guide Service - Astoria
    Caleb's Guide Service - AstoriaAstoria, OR
    Group of anglers displaying a large catch of salmon on a boat dock in a coastal marina.
    Fish 1
    Coho Salmon
    John B.
    John B.
    Fantastic day of fishing. Caleb was very professional and also personable. We knew it was going to be a good day when the first line hit just 20 seconds in the water
  • Caleb's Guide Service - Astoria
    Caleb's Guide Service - AstoriaAstoria, OR
    Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of large Salmon on a rainy day at the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Chris S.
    Chris S.
    Folks- Caleb is a great guide and equally solid dude. Top notch equipment too for which i am a snob about. Highly recommend for first time fishers and old salts too.
  • Caleb's Guide Service Nehalem
    Caleb's Guide Service NehalemWheeler, OR
    Angler proudly displaying a large Chinook Salmon while fishing in a scenic river setting.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Steve T.
    Steve T.
    My family and I had a great time fishing. We caught 4 fish - most of them near the end of the trip. Caleb worked very hard trying to find the right spot for us. He was also really good with my kids - being patient and helping when needed.
  • Caleb’s Guide Service - Portland
    Caleb’s Guide Service - PortlandPortland, OR
    A family enjoying a fishing trip, with a proud angler displaying a large salmon on a boat in overcast weather.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Red hot ocean coho fishing off the oregon coast right now. Just the begining of the spectacular fall season to come!

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Caleb’s Guide Service - Portland in Portland

The first of the winter Steelhead arrive in November, drawing light tackle and fly anglers into the Clackamas, Willamette, and Cowlitz rivers. Portland is kicking off the holiday season with its famous ZooLights display.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

A proud father and his two children display a large Salmon while fishing on a river, showcasing a fun family outing.

Spring chinook salmon are here!

Mar 9, 2026 • Portland
Spring chinook are here! Be shre to get on the calendar for our columbia river soring chinook season. End of march earky april is a great time to get out after these fish!
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Angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing on a scenic river, surrounded by lush mountains.

Columbia gorge fall salmon

Sep 5, 2025 • Portland
Get ready to fish during one of the best months of the year. Fall salmon on the colunbia river are here. Get in on the action before these fish are gone! Who wants some fresh salmon for dinner??
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A family enjoying a fishing trip, with a proud angler displaying a large salmon on a boat in overcast weather.

Ocean coho frenzy

Jul 24, 2025 • Portland
Red hot ocean coho fishing off the oregon coast right now. Just the begining of the spectacular fall season to come!
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A young angler proudly displays a large salmon while surrounded by family on a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water despite the overcast weather.

Summer time salmon

Jun 22, 2025 • Hood River
Spring salmon turned to summer salmon. Fishing has been consistent for salmon in the portland area. It should continue to provide some action all the way into July. Come get on the boat for these awsome fish.
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An angler proudly displaying a large Chinook Salmon while fishing on a river, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.

Spring salmon in the summer

Jun 10, 2025 • Portland
June is turning into the best month for slring chinook fishing. Its not too late to miss your chance on these great tasting hard fighting fish. We will be fishing these salmon all the way theough the month of July.
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Two young anglers actively reeling in a fish while fishing from a boat on a sunny day, showcasing the excitement of the catch.

Sturgeon fishing fun

Jun 5, 2025 • Portland
Come join in on some catch and release fun for some of creations oldest fish! Sturgeon are amazing fish and they give us such a good fight.
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