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Cooper Hedgecock
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Cooper Hedgecock

Coos Bay, United States
10+ reviews
I started my fishing career in 1997 at the Baranof Wilderness Lodge in Alaska at age 12. I began as a deckhand and eventually got my captain's license at age 18. Since then I've been running guided trips, making 2017 my 20th year in this field. Southwestern Oregon's river systems have so much to offer, I decided to start Indigenous Adventures in 2013. I enjoy sharing Oregon's beautiful rivers and my knowledge of the wide variety of fishing techniques with all of my clients.

Charter

Rating

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

All reviews (22)

Showing 1 – 5 of 22 reviews
  • Mary Cullen
    Mary Cullen
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Fishing with Cooper

    Full Day Trip - Salmon Trolling • 2 adults
    Response from Captain

    Thank you, Mary!

  • Amanda Koster
    Amanda Koster
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    peaceful and relaxing

    Full Day Trip - Salmon Trolling • 1 adult

    guide was very nice and accommodating to all.. very well educated we tracked a bunch of fish just were not hungry today

    Response from Captain

    Thank you, Amanda!

  • David Cattterson
    David Cattterson
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Awaome

    Full Day Trip - Salmon Trolling • 1 adult

    Cooper was great and I would definitely recommend him to anyone who is interested in fishing. Real nice guy and respectful. I would definitely go fishing with him again. Thank you Cooper

  • Tyson Curtis
    Tyson Curtis
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2024
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Successful late Fall Chinook fishing

    Full Day Trip - Salmon Drifting • 1 adult

    Cooper is a very knowledgeable guide who put me on the tail end of the late Fall Chinook run. In spite of this, we were still able to find some healthy fish with some chrome to them and they fought harder than any salmon I've ever caught. I definitely look forward to fishing with Cooper for future trips.

    Reported catch:
    Salmon
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for joining me, Curtis!! It was an awesome day!

  • Jon Royer
    Jon Royer
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great guide, great experience!

    Full Day Trip - Salmon Trolling • 2 adults

    We had a ton of fun and highly recommend!! We will be booking again for sure!

    Response from Captain

    It was awesome having you two onboard today. Looking forward to your next birthday trip! Thank you, again!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Indigenous Adventures Guide Service
    Indigenous Adventures Guide ServiceCoos Bay, OR
    An angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing from a boat in a serene river setting.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    David C.
    David C.
    Cooper was great and I would definitely recommend him to anyone who is interested in fishing. Real nice guy and respectful. I would definitely go fishing with him again. Thank you Cooper
  • Indigenous Adventures Guide Service
    Indigenous Adventures Guide ServiceCoos Bay, OR
    Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of large Salmon while fishing on a scenic river.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Jon .
    Jon .
    We had a ton of fun and highly recommend!! We will be booking again for sure!
  • Indigenous Adventures Guide Service
    Indigenous Adventures Guide ServiceCoos Bay, OR
    An angler proudly displaying two large Chinook Salmon while fishing in a scenic river environment.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Tyson C.
    Tyson C.
    Cooper is a very knowledgeable guide who put me on the tail end of the late Fall Chinook run. In spite of this, we were still able to find some healthy fish with some chrome to them and they fought harder than any salmon I've ever caught. I definitely look forward to fishing with Cooper for future trips.
  • Indigenous Adventures Guide Service
    Indigenous Adventures Guide ServiceCoos Bay, OR
    An angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing on a boat in calm waters, showcasing a successful catch during a morning outing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Coho Salmon
    Gary B.
    Gary B.
    Great trip! Cooper is now my future choice for another trip, very good , we caught fish when others did not, you will not do better than Indigenous
  • Indigenous Adventures Guide Service
    Indigenous Adventures Guide ServiceCoos Bay, OR
    Adult angler proudly holding a large silver salmon aboard a fishing boat in misty waters.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Joseph T.
    Joseph T.
    Cooper is fantastic he is very professional and more importantly this guy knows what he’s doing he’s done it his whole life he can fish for anything give Him a call and make him your first choice .. IF YOU WANT TO CATCH FISH!
  • Indigenous Adventures Guide Service
    Indigenous Adventures Guide ServiceCoos Bay, OR
    Two anglers proudly displaying a large Steelhead trout while enjoying a fishing trip on a scenic river.
    Fish 1
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Jason B.
    Jason B.
    Absolutely the best day fishing ever! Cooper was an amazing person and an excellent guide ! I will definitely be passing the word around.. Saving money as we speak for another trip lol...My son was the most excited person on the planet!
  • Indigenous Adventures Guide Service
    Indigenous Adventures Guide ServiceCoos Bay, OR
    Solo angler holding a large fish aboard an aluminum fishing boat on calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Coho Salmon
    Paul W.
    Paul W.
    Great guide, pampered experience! It's great to meet such a knowledgeable guide with an equally great attitude!
  • Indigenous Adventures Guide Service
    Indigenous Adventures Guide ServiceCoos Bay, OR
    Angler proudly holds a large salmon aboard an aluminum fishing boat on a misty forested river.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    William B.
    William B.
    Indigenous Adventures is a first class guide service, and Cooper Hedgecock is a true professional, who possesses a tremendous amount of knowledge about every kind of fishing you can imagine in Oregon and Alaska. What a fantastic experience fishing on the Coos River. Cooper's boat is emaculate and the fishing gear provided is top notch. I can't recommend this experience enough.
  • Indigenous Adventures Guide Service
    Indigenous Adventures Guide ServiceCoos Bay, OR
    Two anglers pose aboard a fishing boat with a large salmon catch on a scenic forested river.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Dennis M.
    Dennis M.
    Amazing views, friendly and knowledgeable captain. Fun fun fun. Will be back soon ( I hope) Traveled all the way from SF California. Thank you!
  • Indigenous Adventures Guide Service
    Indigenous Adventures Guide ServiceCoos Bay, OR
    Adult angler holding a large salmon on an aluminum fishing boat in a foggy coastal setting.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Terry Q.
    Terry Q.
    Good trip. We wish the fish were on the bite a little better.

What's biting with Indigenous Adventures Guide Service in Coos Bay

Winter Steelhead will keep fly fishermen busy in the river, while bottom fish continue to offer great action in the bay. Now's your chance to witness the last Tenmile Lake Bass Tournament of the year.

Top catches for November