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Tillamook Bay Spring Chinook

Fish the most prized eating salmon

May-June

Oregon’s second largest estuary after the Columbia River is home to 59 different species of fish at various times of the year.

Tillamook Bay spring chinook are coveted for their delicious meat high in oils containing healthy omega 3 fatty acids. There is not much debate that spring chinook are the most prized eating salmon around. A Tillamook Bay springer usually pushes 15-20 lbs, bigger on average than their Columbia River counterparts.

If the ocean is calm we offer combo trips targeting both bottom fish and spring salmon. Bottom fishing is great fun for anglers of all ages and skill levels as we use light tackle and success rates are very high.

Rockfish (also known as black bass, sea bass, rockcod and snapper) are incredible table fare especially when making fish tacos. We also harvest lingcod and cabezon when in season.

Tillamook Bay Fall Chinook

Catch an impressive Tillamook Bay “Hawg”

August-September

The name Tillamook is Native American for “Land of Many Waters” and refers to the five rivers which enter the bay - the Miami, Kilchis, Tillamook, Trask and the Wilson. 

Surrounded by the rugged coastal mountains, the area is a popular tourist destination known for its century old Tillamook Creamery and aviation industry. But it’s the Tillamook Bay “hawg” chinook though that are most impressive.

Tillamook Bay and its tributaries produce the largest chinook on the west coast. The Tillamook fall fishery heats up in September and fresh fish continue to stack up until the fall rains flush them up the rivers.

  • "When I fish with you I feel as if I am with a long time fishing buddy."

    “Sky, I wanted to thank you for 2 wonderful trips… When I fish with you I feel as if I am with a long time fishing buddy. Someone who fills in the blanks without overwhelming my experience. Someone who is a team mate in fish catching, complimenting my skills yet knowing my strengths. Other guides I have fished with all but tag the fish. You allowed me to get the big ones without the “Catch the damn fish” attitude. See you on the next trip.”

    –Neil Erickson, Portland, OR

  • "My daughter, son, wife, and myself all caught salmon to take home."

    “Sky, just a quick note to say thank you for the great fishing trip ! I thought it wonderful that my daughter, son, wife, and myself all caught salmon to take home. You put in a herculean effort on our behalf ! We were all especially thrilled that my daughter Anna caught such a big salmon her first trip out ! Thanks for providing us with great gear, your expertise, your friendship, and good company on our Columbia River fishing trip. Let’s plan on doing it again next year !”

    – Greg Shoffner & family, Bend, OR

  • "My mom and son...came back just gushing about what a good time they had."

    “Hi Sky, I wanted to thank you again for accommodating my mom and son. They came back just gushing about what a good time they had, and I thoroughly enjoyed several great salmon dinners! My mom is excited to go out with you again, so I’m sure that you will be hearing from her, eliminating me as the middle-man!! Thank you again. You made one kid and one grandma very happy indeed.” 

    – Kathy Sloan, Portland, OR

What to expect

What to Bring

  • A Sack Lunch

  • Layered, waterproof apparel: For more information, visit our blog.

  • Head gear: Baseball cap, boonie or other wide-brimmed hat in summer. A knit cap in colder conditions and chilly mornings.

  • Sunglasses: Polarized glasses help you see the fish better and protect your eyes from flying hooks.

  • Sunscreen & Lip Ointment: We’ve had good luck with Bullfrog SPF 50. Blistex, Carmex or similar for prevention of windburn chapped lips is also important.

  • Phone and/or Camera: Don’t forget your camera or video camera!

What’s Included

  • Rods and Reels: All fishing equipment, bait & tackle is included. You do not need to bring your own gear. We fish with top of the line G. Loomis Rods, Shimano Reels and the highest quality terminal tackle and bait.

  • Life Jacket: All of our boats are equipped with two life vests per customer, an off-shore Type I vest as well as a Type V auto inflatable life vest. We also carry child vests for kids under 90 pounds.

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