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Chris Hoag
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Chris Hoag

Edmonds, United States
100+ reviews
Captain Chris Hoag started fishing out on a small boat with his dad when he was a young man. He got to know the local charter captains and discovered he was doing just as well as if not better than most of them, so they suggested he get into the business. He fished commercially during the summers while at college, and once certified he started running charters targeting the awesome food fish found in the Puget Sound. He has never looked back since and loves every day he is out on the water.

Charter

Rating

4.5
143 reviews
4.6
Boat & Equipment
4.6
Captain & Crew
4.5
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

79%
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
87%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
80%
Caught fish

All reviews (143)

Showing 1 – 5 of 143 reviews
  • Bill Reynolds
    Bill Reynolds
    us
    Nevada, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0

    Top-Tier Fishing Experience!

    Half Day Trip - Private (PM)

    If you are looking for an unforgettable fishing trip, book with Big King Salmon Charters right now. Captain Chris made the entire experience an absolute blast from start to finish. He is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and knows exactly where to find the fish. He kept the energy high, shared great tips, and made sure everyone on the boat was having a great time. The boat was clean, the gear was top-notch, and the fishing action was non-stop. We came home with an amazing catch and fantastic memories. Thanks to Captain Chris for a phenomenal day. We will definitely be back!

    Reported catch:
    Coho Salmon
  • Matt Paskett
    Matt Paskett
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    NEW

    Half Day Trip with Captain CHris

    3/4 Day Trip - Shared

    Had a great time fishing with Captain Chris. We got a shared trip, but it happened to just be us that morning, so it was a private experience. We got out there pretty early and there were already a lot of boats out there, but Captain Chris knew what he was doing and we hit our limit of two each pretty quickly. Chir was great to talk to. We spent a little more time trying to catch a fish for Chris and didn’t find any keepers for him, but we still had a great time!

    Reported catch:
    Coho Salmon
  • Nyla Paulsen
    Nyla Paulsen
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    We had an awesome time fishing in the Puget Sound!

    4 Hour Trip - Flounder • 5 adults

    We were on a relaxing trip, catching some Flounder. Weather was perfect! Caught some fish to take home, thanks to Captain Chris Hoag! He is very knowledgeable about his profession! Thanks Captain Chris

    Response from Captain

    so happy you guys had a wonderful time. family friendly fun fishing and memories is what we're all about here. I'm looking forward to seeing you guys again soon next year. thank you very much for fishing with us. sincerely Captain Chris.

  • Julien Perdrizet
    Julien Perdrizet
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified
    NEW

    Great trip

    3/4 Day Trip - Shared • 2 adults

    Capitain Chris is super knowledgeable and knw he great spot next to Edmonds We all catched Cohos that day.

    Reported catch:
    Coho Salmon
  • Richard Cruver
    Richard Cruver
    Repeat angler
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2020
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Beautiful afternoon trip

    Half Day Trip PM - Shared • 3 adults

    caught Coho!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Big King Salmon Charters
    Big King Salmon ChartersEdmonds, WA
    Fun experience
    Tiffany X.
    Tiffany X.
  • Big King Salmon Charters
    Big King Salmon ChartersEdmonds, WA
    Fishing with Chris
    Upuli M.
    Upuli M.
  • Big King Salmon Charters
    Big King Salmon ChartersEdmonds, WA
    Fishing
    travis w.
    travis w.
  • Big King Salmon Charters
    Big King Salmon ChartersEdmonds, WA
    We had an awesome time fishing in the Puget Sound!
    Nyla P.
    Nyla P.
  • Big King Salmon Charters
    Big King Salmon ChartersEdmonds, WA
    He put us on the fish!
    Rob R.
    Rob R.
  • Big King Salmon Charters
    Big King Salmon ChartersEdmonds, WA
    We all limited put on Pink salmon 3lbs. To 8lbs. Per fish
    Todd O.
    Todd O.
  • Big King Salmon Charters
    Big King Salmon ChartersEdmonds, WA
    Great fishing trip!
    Oliver J.
    Oliver J.
  • Big King Salmon Charters
    Big King Salmon ChartersEdmonds, WA
    Great Day on the Sound
    Valerie J.
    Valerie J.
  • Big King Salmon Charters
    Big King Salmon ChartersEdmonds, WA
    August fishing trip
    Tom F.
    Tom F.
  • Big King Salmon Charters
    Big King Salmon ChartersEdmonds, WA
    Fun Fish Day
    Matthew B.
    Matthew B.

What's biting with Big King Salmon Charters in Edmonds

Top catches for October

Fishing reports

A proud father and daughter duo displaying their catch of two large Salmon while enjoying a day of fishing on the open water.

Father-Daughter Salmon Limit Trip

Sep 26, 2026 • Edmonds
Another family friendly fun father daughter fishing trip. Another great Salmon limit for these two and the other father daughter group caught their limits as well. Great fishing here at Big King Salmon Charters.
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A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of salmon on a boat during a fishing trip, showcasing a successful day on the water.

Coho Salmon Action — Family Trips

Sep 13, 2026 • Edmonds
Coho Salmon are hitting hard now! Let's go get some before there gone. Lots of family friendly fishing fun happening here at Big King Salmon Charters.
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An angler proudly displaying a large salmon while fishing on a boat, surrounded by a scenic ocean backdrop.

Big Coho Salmon on the Line

Sep 3, 2026 • Edmonds
We're getting some big coho salmon in the box here at Big King Salmon Charters. Let's go fishing!
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Angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing on a boat in open waters.

Pinks are in

Jul 25, 2023 • Edmonds
Pink salmon are in early this year. We hit this one a while ago the first mature pink salmon so far. 202 and really early. Its going to be awome pink and coho salmon fishing starting 1st of august this year. Lets go get um!
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A young angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.

Late afternoon after work fishing trip

Jul 20, 2023 • Edmonds
The late afternoon after work fishing trips have been producing some nice king salmon. Lets go fishing seattle with Big King Salmon Charters.
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An angler proudly displaying two large Salmon while fishing on a sunny day, surrounded by a scenic water backdrop.

Captians catch

Jul 18, 2023 • Edmonds
Sometimes the fishing is so good the captian gets to catch. The coho salmon fishing has been fantastic here at big king salmon charters. Lets go get um!
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