Captain
Travis Marsh

Member since March 2017 Coos Bay, United States
Background
Captain Travis has fished his whole life. Having grown up in Washington, he fished the entire state and the coast of Washington. He later moved to Oregon where he took up fishing in the shallow waters and in the ocean. Captain Travis is a fun and lovable person whose previous guests have all enjoyed spending time with, and most of whom are repeat customers. He accredits his love of fishing to his late mother who is known to their family as Granny Jean. Captain Travis says his late mother was an avid fisherwoman who had instilled the love of fishing in him from a young age.
Techniques
The captain likes jigging and trolling.

Hey, I'm Captain Travis Marsh

Coos Bay, United States
Background
Captain Travis has fished his whole life. Having grown up in Washington, he fished the entire state and the coast of Washington. He later moved to Oregon where he took up fishing in the shallow waters and in the ocean. Captain Travis is a fun and lovable person whose previous guests have all enjoyed spending time with, and most of whom are repeat customers. He accredits his love of fishing to his late mother who is known to their family as Granny Jean. Captain Travis says his late mother was an avid fisherwoman who had instilled the love of fishing in him from a young age.
Techniques
The captain likes jigging and trolling.
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Reviews
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Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listings

SOA Charters - Coos Bay

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(32 reviews)
Coos Bay
Trips from US $115

SOA Charters - Winchester Bay

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(34 reviews)
Reedsport
Trips from US $115

SOA Charters โ€“ Umpqua

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(2 reviews)
Roseburg
Trips from US $150

Fishing Reports

Small Mouth Bass Fishing is on fire!
Small Mouth Bass Fishing is on fire!
Jul 14, 2025 Roseburg
Join us for a action packed day of small mouth bass fishing on The Umpqua River. We offer four and 8 hour trips. Feel free to bring your swimming trunks as the water is 78 degrees right now.
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Our season is in full swing!
Our season is in full swing!
Jul 11, 2025 Reedsport
Halibut, Rockfish, Salmon, Lingcod, crabbing
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Small Mouth bass bite is hot.
Small Mouth bass bite is hot.
Jul 3, 2025 Roseburg
Join us for a day of small mouth bass fishing on the beautiful Umpqua River, with a water temp of 76 degrees your more them welcome to go for a swim as well
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Winchester Bay Fishing Report!
Winchester Bay Fishing Report!
Apr 19, 2025 Reedsport
Fishing Report Winchester Bay Oregon. Lingcod and Rockfish bite has been hot, as ocean conditions allow us to get out. Crabbing is starting to pick up in the ocean and will continue to get better. We are looking forward to our halibut opener May 1st limited to two per angler. Striper fishing has been good in the estuaries, and will get better as they move down into the main stream Umpqua. Pink fin perch fishing is drawing near in the bay as Motherโ€™s day approaches. There have been a few Springers caught in the Reedsport area, with fish being targeted up river. Shad fishing is coming up quick in the main stream Umpqua. Now is the time to get your seats booked for halibut, pink fin perch, striper, small mouth bass, lingcod, rockfish, shad, and fall salmon. Please remember to wear your PFDโ€™s and ensure they are in good working order. Have a happy and safe Easter Weekend.
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Long Leader Rockfishing continues to be
Long Leader Rockfishing continues to be
Mar 17, 2024 Coos Bay
Inless then two hours we were able to put five limits of nice rockfish on the deck totaling 60 fish.
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Now booking our spring, summer, and fall
Now booking our spring, summer, and fall
Mar 11, 2023 Reedsport
Bottom fishing continues to be excellent, along with the new 15 fish limit for our long leader fisheries. Were also looking forward to our summer and fall salmon season to go into full swing.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 68 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (57)
Tom is a great guide
Tom is a great guide
Perfect trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
87%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
85%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
80%
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Lori E.
Very good
3.7 / 5
Experience:
Good
3.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   Crabbing on May 3, 2025
I donโ€™t recommend going out in the ocean for crabbing. Unless you have a big boat. And consider the weather.
Lori E. does not recommend SOA Charters - Coos Bay
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Jason M.
MSC, UT
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent Adventure!

VERIFIED   Salmon on July 1, 2021
My husband and I were expecting a fun morning on the ocean catching a few salmon. Thanks to Captain Travis and his helper,...
Jason M. recommends SOA Charters - Winchester Bay
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Kenneth S.
Henderson, NV
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Long leader plus crabbing

VERIFIED   Long Leader Fishing - Crabbing AM on September 11, 2023
Great captain and mate. We caught limits of bottom fish and crab. 2 Salmon were a bonus!
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Adam P.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Salmon with cpt. Travis in the morning

VERIFIED   Salmon on September 21, 2021
What a wonderful experience, my father my son and myself caught our limit and had an absolute blast with Captain Travis. Knowledgeable...
Adam P. recommends SOA Charters - Winchester Bay
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Daniel D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Travis

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip โ€“ Salmon on October 14, 2023
Extremely knowledgeable both captain and crew, and we had a great time.
Daniel D. recommends SOA Charters โ€“ Umpqua
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