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Bill Woods
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Bill Woods

Astoria, United States
10+ reviews
Captain Bill has fished this area professionally for over 14 years and knows exactly where to go and when to go. He is a professional guide who provides first-class customer service and has a super fun personality, too. He will definitely make your trip even more entertaining than just catching fish! Captain Bill's favorite fish to catch is Salmon in the summertime.

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Rating

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

All reviews (24)

Showing 1 – 5 of 24 reviews
  • Jason Ham
    Jason Ham
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain

    8 Hour Trip – Combo • 5 adults

    From the moment we got on the boat, it was nothing but a professional experience, and when we got on the water it was proven. And I could not say more about the attitude and the morale of the captain and keeping everybody involved and having fun was an exceptional trip. And would recommend it to anyone, even first timers.

    Reported catch:
    Salmon
    Response from Captain

    You all where a joy to have on the boat see you next time

  • Howard Wilson
    Howard Wilson
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Fishing with Captain Bill!

    8 Hour Trip – Walleye • 2 adults

    It was a clear but very windy day when we shoved off in Rufus, OR. Captain bill was very adept at keeping the boat going at a straight and steady pace. We caught a bunch ov walleye and some bass too! Captain Bill gutted and filleted our catch. We BBQ'ed them the next day and they were YUMMY!!!

    Response from Captain

    You two did a great job with all that wind see you next time.

  • Fall Newsom
    Fall Newsom
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Day on the Lake

    8 Hour Trip – Kokanee • 1 adult

    This was exactly what I was looking for. Bill has an amazing boat and taught me a ton about catching Kokanee. We were catching fish all day. I would highly recommend Bill as a guide.

  • Joshua Conner
    Joshua Conner
    us
    Idaho, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Bill

    8 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing • 4 adults • 1 child
  • Brandon Menasian
    Brandon Menasian
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Bucket list item achieved

    8 Hour Trip – Fall Chinook • 2 adults

    I booked a trip with Captain Bill because I have always wanted to catch a salmon and until now have never been able. Even though the weather stopped most people from going out Captain Bill was able to make sure we still got to fish. In doing so we had an amazing time and caught a TON of great fish. Not only was he extremely knowledgeable and friendly, he took the time to answer tons of questions we had about salmon fishing. I could not have asked for a better experience!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Obsession Fishing – Oregon Coast
    Obsession Fishing – Oregon CoastAstoria, OR
    Group of anglers proudly displaying a large Chinook Salmon on a fishing trip, showcasing camaraderie and success on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Chinook Salmon
    Jason H.
    Jason H.
    From the moment we got on the boat, it was nothing but a professional experience, and when we got on the water it was proven. And I could not say more about the attitude and the morale of the captain and keeping everybody involved and having fun was an exceptional trip. And would recommend it to anyone, even first timers.
  • Obsession Fishing – Walleye
    Obsession Fishing – WalleyeRufus, OR
    Two adult anglers pose aboard a fishing boat beside a neatly arranged display of multiple walleye in a scenic mountain lake setting.
    Howard W.
    Howard W.
    It was a clear but very windy day when we shoved off in Rufus, OR. Captain bill was very adept at keeping the boat going at a straight and steady pace. We caught a bunch ov walleye and some bass too! Captain Bill gutted and filleted our catch. We BBQ'ed them the next day and they were YUMMY!!!
  • Obsession Fishing – Fall Salmon
    Obsession Fishing – Fall SalmonVancouver, WA
    Group of four anglers displaying multiple salmon aboard an aluminum fishing boat against a scenic mountain and river backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Chinook Salmon
    Brandon M.
    Brandon M.
    I booked a trip with Captain Bill because I have always wanted to catch a salmon and until now have never been able. Even though the weather stopped most people from going out Captain Bill was able to make sure we still got to fish. In doing so we had an amazing time and caught a TON of great fish. Not only was he extremely knowledgeable and friendly, he took the time to answer tons of questions we had about salmon fishing. I could not have asked for a better experience!
  • Obsession Fishing – Kokanee
    Obsession Fishing – KokaneeBattle Ground, WA
    Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of multiple fish in a net aboard a fishing boat, surrounded by a scenic mountainous backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Mathew D.
    Mathew D.
    Fished for Kokanee on Yale lake. Started our day out early with a lot more wind than the forecast showed, but Captain Bill pushed through and we found the fish. We ended up with 4 limits in the boat pretty quickly. Captain Bill creates a very positive environment on the boat. He knows what he’s doing for sure. We had a great time out there.
  • Obsession Fishing – Oregon Coast
    Obsession Fishing – Oregon CoastVancouver, WA
    Adult angler standing inside a small aluminum fishing boat on choppy coastal water, with bench seating and outboard motor visible.
    Jeni R.
    Jeni R.
    We had the best time with Captain Bill! He was fun and funny! We caught some delicious crab. The whole experience was fun. The boat was a great size and we had all the proper gear, safety gear. We got drenched due to the windy turbulent waters but were prepared with rain gear. I highly recommend this experience with Capt Bill!
  • Obsession Fishing – Fall Salmon
    Obsession Fishing – Fall SalmonVancouver, WA
    Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of multiple salmon while aboard a fishing boat in a scenic harbor.
    Fish 1
    Coho Salmon
    Scott B.
    Scott B.
  • Obsession Fishing – Oregon Coast
    Obsession Fishing – Oregon CoastVancouver, WA
    Two anglers proudly holding a large sturgeon aboard a fishing boat on a calm river, with additional group members photographing the catch.
    Casey P.
    Casey P.
    Bill is great!!!
  • Obsession Fishing – Oregon Coast
    Obsession Fishing – Oregon CoastAstoria, OR
    Angler holding a large Sturgeon on a fishing boat, showcasing the unique features of this species.
    Laurie F.
    Laurie F.
    Bill is an amazing guide- patient, smart, and funny! He was a perfect match for two teenage boys who will remember this experience forever! We will book with him again for sure.
  • Obsession Fishing – Oregon Coast
    Obsession Fishing – Oregon CoastAstoria, OR
    Angler proudly holds a large silver salmon aboard a fishing boat, with a second adult and scenic mountainous coastal waters in the background.
    Fish 1
    Coho Salmon
    James .
    James .
    Bill was a great captain, very knowledgeable ,nice & funny weather was perfect
  • Obsession Fishing – Oregon Coast
    Obsession Fishing – Oregon CoastVancouver, WA
    Two adult anglers proudly display a large striped bass on a fishing boat with a scenic mountain lake backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Misty V.
    Misty V.
    Bill was such an amazing captain, thank you. He was funny, entertaining, and was able to teach us soo much. We are definitely booking with him again, soon.

What's biting with Obsession Fishing – Oregon Coast in Astoria

Head to the Necanicum and Nehalem Rivers for winter Steelhead or fish the Columbia for keeper Sturgeon and Walleye. In the bays, anglers are making the most of bottom fishing.

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