Pastime Fishing Adventures
Captain

Pastime Fishing Adventures

Newport, United States
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
I started fishing young with my father and loved being out on the water. He taught me the ins and outs of fishing the Oregon Coast and the Columbia River with its tributaries. 15 years ago I decided to start sharing my knowledge with others and it has been the greatest career anyone could choose. We use a variety of fishing techniques depending on where we are fishing. On the ocean, it's a combination of live bait, lures, and jigs. On the river it's similar, but we also use fresh or frozen shad for catching Sturgeon. Rest assured, we will have all the latest and greatest gear to catch the fish. We even make our own jigs.

Charter

Rating

4.9
164 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

96%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (164)

Showing 15 of 164 reviews
  • Josh Olson
    Josh Olson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2024
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing experience as always with Captain Donald

    Full Day Trip (Private)4 adults

    This is our third trip out with Donald and Pastime Fishing Adventures and each time has been better than the previous. Not sure how he is going to top it next year, but I am sure Donald will fid a way. This year we struck out in a new direction than usual to try out some new spots ad it turned out to be an excellent choice. We were quickly on schools of impressively large bass and beautiful ling cod and had a great day, hitting our limit on bass quickly and pulling in six lings as well. 12 dungeoness crabs topped off the days haul for a cooler full of fish. Fishing aside, Donalds company and humor was on point and the scenery was spectacular. Donald remains a top captain and guid, patiently providing help where needed, and allowing those who need less assistance to be more independent. A perfect day. Highly recommend!

    Reported catch:
    Lingcod
    Crab
    Response from Captain

    Thank you Josh. Already planning your next trip.

  • Gretchen Franks
    Gretchen Franks
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    March fishing trip

    Half Day Trip (Shared)4 adults

    From the time we boarded the boat, Donald was so aware, attentive, and on top of all of our needs. He actually remembered and brought iinformation about us from our pre trip survey into our conversation. He was great at making it a very positive experience. To as much of his professional ability as possible, he also did his very best to get us as close to our quota of fish. We were so close! Thanks Captain Donald.

    Reported catch:
    Lingcod
    Rockfish
    Response from Captain

    Thank you Gretchen. You guys were great today.

  • Robert Antu
    Robert Antu
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great Experience

    Full Day Trip (Private)4 adults

    Captain Donald was excellent. We did a private charter with 4 and had a fantastic time catching rock fish, ling cod, and crab. Seafood Extravaganza that night!!

    Reported catch:
    Lingcod
    Rockfish
    Crab
    Response from Captain

    Thank you Robert. Looking forward to seeing you again. Donald

  • Rob Hecker
    Rob Hecker
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent fishing trip

    Half Day Trip (Shared)5 adults

    Excellent day on the boat. Captain knew exactly where to go to be sure we caught fish. The 5 of us had a great time. Would highly recommend. Also, when booking trip, Captain was extremely responsive to questions and very helpful.

    Reported catch:
    Lingcod
    Rockfish
    Response from Captain

    Thank you rob

  • Alyson Rino
    Alyson Rino
    us
    Idaho, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Birthday Trip

    Half Day Trip (Shared)3 adults

    Captain was very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. We limited out in the first hour and continued to catch more and released. Highly recommend and will be making another trip.

    Response from Captain

    thank you alyson. will look forward to it.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Pastime Fishing Adventures – Offshore
    Pastime Fishing Adventures – OffshoreNewport, OR
    Great Birthday Trip
    Alyson R.
    Alyson R.
  • Pastime Fishing Adventures – Offshore
    Pastime Fishing Adventures – OffshoreNewport, OR
    Great trip!
    William K.
    William K.
  • Pastime Fishing Adventures – Offshore
    Pastime Fishing Adventures – OffshoreNewport, OR
    Donald was great!!
    Laura H.
    Laura H.
  • Pastime Fishing Adventures – Offshore
    Pastime Fishing Adventures – OffshoreNewport, OR
    Great Time
    Clint R.
    Clint R.
  • Pastime Fishing Adventures – Offshore
    Pastime Fishing Adventures – OffshoreNewport, OR
    Amazing experience as always with Captain Donald
    Josh O.
    Josh O.
  • Pastime Fishing Adventures – Offshore
    Pastime Fishing Adventures – OffshoreNewport, OR
    Awesome 1st trip for the Girlfriend
    Chad W.
    Chad W.
  • Pastime Fishing Adventures – Offshore
    Pastime Fishing Adventures – OffshoreNewport, OR
    It was a great trip !
    Aaron P.
    Aaron P.
  • Pastime Fishing Adventures – Offshore
    Pastime Fishing Adventures – OffshoreNewport, OR
    Great trip
    Ryan S.
    Ryan S.
  • Pastime Fishing Adventures – Offshore
    Pastime Fishing Adventures – OffshoreNewport, OR
    Fishing with Pastime Fishing
    Krystal Y.
    Krystal Y.
  • Pastime Fishing Adventures – Offshore
    Pastime Fishing Adventures – OffshoreNewport, OR
    April fishing trip
    Sam M.
    Sam M.

What's biting with Pastime Fishing Adventures – Offshore in Newport

Most species are still at their peak in September, from Salmon and Trout to Halibut. Most of the fish in Newport make for great sport and good eating, so cast away!

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