Wade Grant
Captain

Wade Grant

Warrenton, United States
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
My Dad and Grandpa got me hooked on this life when I was about 6 years old. I've been fishing the Northwest rivers and ocean ever since! I love sharing my experience, stories, and excitement with all of my clients. My favorite thing is probably seeing the smile on a client's face when they hook into their first big fish... and there is nothing better than hearing a kid say... 'got one!'

Charters

Rating

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

What anglers say

99%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Caught fish

All reviews (246)

Showing 1 – 5 of 246 reviews
  • Jerome Osurman
    Jerome Osurman
    us
    Hawaii, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Phenomenal Fishing & Crabbing Trip!!!

    Columbia River Salmon (shared boat) • 2 adults

    We have been on many fishing trips in many states, and this was by far the BEST TRIP EVER! Capt Wade Grant found the fishing and crabbing spots with ease, and guided and coaches us to hook and land some nice catches. As fat as crabbing, I have NEVER seen anything like this except on TV with professional crabbing crews. We will absolutely book again with Capt Wade but next time we will bring more friends and family to join us in this incredible life experience. Capt Wade knows his stuff!!! Being an experienced boat captain for many years, his knowledge of the fish, the area, and the law is a unbelievably rare and second to none! Lastly, we have met many boat captians over the years that were just that (and only that), a boat captain; with Capt Wade, he is bow our Pacific NW boat captain for life and our newest lifelong friend!

  • Andy Chapin
    Andy Chapin
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day with Wades World, Party on.

    Buoy10 Kings & Coho Salmon • 2 adults

    The trip was great—we caught Chinook! The captain had a nice boat, quality gear, and came well prepared to work efficiently and keep lines in the water. When a fish was on, he would start barking orders, so he may not be for the thin-skinned who aren’t ready to work, but he does a great job of keeping things from descending into chaos, which I appreciated. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and we learned a lot from him. When lines got tangled or a fish was on, he worked quickly and gave clear instructions. He helped us save a couple of fish that we probably would have lost otherwise. He knows the area, knows his stuff, and his sonar is legit! He clearly wasn’t just following the other boats—he knew where to find the fish. Overall, it was a great experience, and I’d definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a productive and well-run fishing trip.

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Response from Captain

    thanks again Andy, that was definitely a whirlwind season and it was great to have you guys on board

  • Bridgette Ward
    Bridgette Ward
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great guide! Great trip!

    Sturgeon Trip - Private • 2 adults

    If you’re on the hunt for trophy sturgeon, Wade is your guy. We told him exactly what we were after, and he absolutely delivered. We caught some absolute monsters! He was professional, easy to talk to, and just an all around great guide. My son asked him question after question all morning, and he was more than happy to answer every single one. You could tell he genuinely enjoys teaching and wants his clients to have a great experience. If you’re ever in the Portland area and want an unforgettable day on the water, give Wade a call. You won’t regret it. 🎣

    Reported catch:
    Sturgeon
    Response from Captain

    thanks again Bridgette! you and your son were a pleasure to fish with. good times!!

  • Nathaniel Weber
    Nathaniel Weber
    Repeat angler
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    April Crabbing Success!

    Crabbing • 2 adults • 1 child

    We were here for spring break and luckily we still had a few weeks left of the season. We were warned that the season was pretty much over and we may get slim pickings but we were hopeful. Lo and behold not only did we catch crabs, We probably caught over 100 crabs and had to throw even the medium ones back because we kept getting so many monsters. My son was so beyond happy and ecstatic. Wade is a good dude and put my son to work which he loved. Even if you don’t catch anything, the boat is awesome and you’ll learn a lot. Wade was very honest about our chances very knowledgeable about the tides the location and what to expect during the time of year. I cannot recommend him enough.

  • Lucas Benney
    Lucas Benney
    Repeat angler
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2023
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Monster Sturgeons

    Full Day Trip – Half & Half • 3 adults

    Captain Wade was fantastic. We booked a trip for half salmon and half sturgeon on march 15. While is was a cold morning and the salmon didn't bite (there was a big rainstorm 2 days before and murky water, we didn't expect salmon to bite), captain Wade made sure we got a great experience on the Sturgeon! we caught easily 30 of them and some were too big to get in the boat but worth the long fight! Highly recommend booking with Captain Wade, he is highly knowledgeable about the river, angling, and the best spots to catch different fiah!

    Reported catch:
    Sturgeon

Real catches shared by our community

  • Adult angler holding a large spotted freshwater fish beside an aluminum fishing boat on a calm lake.
    Chris H.
    Chris H.
    I had an amazing time! I definitely recommend them if you’re trying to catch Sturgeon! I had an amazing experience best birthday ever!
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large lake sturgeon aboard a fishing boat on a calm, tree-lined river.
    Charles S.
    Charles S.
    Captain Wade delivered on exactly what he promised. We caught so many fish that my arm is sore. THE STURGEON were everywhere!!! Cant want to go fishing with Captain Wade again.
  • Three young anglers proudly display a large catfish aboard a fishing boat on a calm river.
    Kevin L.
    Kevin L.
    wade was great in teaching and leading my crew if 12 year old boys. They went in nervously excited and came home exhausted, but elated.
  • Three anglers aboard a fishing boat proudly holding a large white sturgeon on a scenic river surrounded by autumn foliage.
    Guy E.
    Guy E.
    Holy cow, Captain Wade put us on the sturgeon immediately. We were catching fish within the first 15min of being in the water. This is probably the most fish we've caught in a fishing trip, and they weren't small fish either. Captain Wade was super friendly and super helpful. Highly recommend!
  • Two adult anglers display a large salmon aboard a fishing boat on calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Chinook Salmon
    Tom R.
    Tom R.
    it was a great trip. The captain was very knowledgeable and very confident and an excellent all-around person would recommend this trip for anybody. 
  • Three adult anglers seated inside a covered fishing boat in an industrial harbor setting.
    Chris K.
    Chris K.
    captain wade was great. the fishing today was slow but we had a great time! we will be back and totally recommend booking with wade. fish ON! thanks from Idaho
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing on a boat, with a scenic backdrop of mountains and cloudy skies.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Chinook Salmon
    Jerome O.
    Jerome O.
    We have been on many fishing trips in many states, and this was by far the BEST TRIP EVER! Capt Wade Grant found the fishing and crabbing spots with ease, and guided and coaches us to hook and land some nice catches. As fat as crabbing, I have NEVER seen anything like this except on TV with professional crabbing crews. We will absolutely book again with Capt Wade but next time we will bring more friends and family to join us in this incredible life experience. Capt Wade knows his stuff!!! Being an experienced boat captain for many years, his knowledge of the fish, the area, and the law is a unbelievably rare and second to none! Lastly, we have met many boat captians over the years that were just that (and only that), a boat captain; with Capt Wade, he is bow our Pacific NW boat captain for life and our newest lifelong friend!
  • Angler reeling in a large sturgeon while fishing from a boat in a river setting.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Chinook Salmon
    Armando M.
    Armando M.
    My friends and I had an amazing time with Captain Wade. He’s an outstanding captain with lots of knowledge and experience. He will 100% make sure your trip is as fun as can be. I would definitely recommend him as a guide and will definitely go back for future trips.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing on a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Chinook Salmon
    Rhonda S.
    Rhonda S.
    Took my dad on a fishing trip for his 84th Birthday - we had a terrific time, and brought home a beautiful coho. We caught 4 other fish that we had to let go because of regulations. Captain Wade worked hard to give us a great experience!
  • Two young anglers proudly displaying their catch of salmon at the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Ron G.
    Ron G.
    We had a good experience and caught 3 chinooks. Highly recommend this experience with Captain Wade.

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with RiverTrek NW – Tillamook in Tillamook

November is one of Tillamook's most productive months when it comes to fishing. Salmon, Sturgeon, Rainbow Trout, Lingcod, Crabs, and Clams are all abundant and there for the taking.

Top catches for November