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Light-Tackle Bottom Fishing with Crabbing*

$150/person

Children (age 7-11) $135.00

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4-6 hour trip– Our most popular action filled fishing adventure! Fun for beginners as well as experienced fisherman. Crabbing included (weather permitting). This trip includes everything you will need to fish with, as well as filleting and crab cooking at the end of your trip.

Our main target is the Black Rockfish (a tasty, mild, white fish), but many other varieties, including Ling Cod, are often caught on this trip. Limit for rockfish is 5 per person, and lingcod limit is 2 per person (2023 season). We often catch our limit of rockfish, lingcod catches vary day to day. As a bonus, 6 crab pots are set at the beginning of each tour (ocean conditions permitting), and picked up on the way back in – so be sure to get your shellfish permit (available at our office) if you would like to share in the fun!

Physical Demand:

This is a Level 2 trip (more info)

Check-in Times:
March – April around 6:30am
May – August around 5:30am
September – October around 6:30am

Times vary, please double check your booking confirmation for correct time.

When to go:

March – September

*Crabbing is on a “conditions permitting” basis.

Deep Reef Lingcod and Rockfish with Crabbing*

$200/person

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6-8 hour trip – Our offshore Lingcod and Rockfish extravaganza! Fish way offshore for the biggest lingcod you’ll see on the Oregon Coast, and rockfish as a bonus. Crabbing included (weather permitting). This trip includes everything you will need to fish with, as well as filleting and crab cooking at the end of your trip.

We’ll be travelling up to 20 miles offshore and fishing with our heavy duty reels in 300-400 ft of water. Catching is usually very good, and it isn’t uncommon for us to come home with limits of rockfish and lingcod on these trips. We typically see large lingcod as well as several species of large tasty white-meat rockfish. This trip can be very weather dependent due to the limited open season, so please keep that in mind when scheduling. Full refunds will be given for trips that are cancelled by the captain for weather.

Physical Demand:

This is a Level 3 trip (more info)

Check-in Time:
March – April: 6:30am – may vary, please double check your booking confirmation for correct time.

May – June: 5:30am – may vary, please double check your booking confirmation for correct time.

Sept – Oct: 6:30am – may vary, please double check your booking confirmation for correct time.

When to go:
2024: Pre-booking trips March-June and Sept-Oct only at this time. July/August may be available for whole boat rentals, please call 503-322-0007.

*Crabbing is on a seasonal and “conditions permitting” basis.

Bay Clamming (Walking Tour)

$65 Adults

$45 Kids (7-11yrs), Kids 0-6yrs FREE

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2 hour trip – Love seafood but don’t want to get on a boat? No problem, join one of our trusty guides for a walking tour to one of Garibaldi’s finest clam beds to try your hand at foraging for Cockles and the occasional Butter or Gaper. We’ll head out about an hour before low tide with shovels, buckets and rakes and show you hands-on how to find these tasty treats.

All you need to bring is a pair of boots and warm clothes, and a cooler to bring home your fresh catch. Clammers 12 and older will need a shellfish license (available at the office before the trip: Oregon Residents $10, Non-Resident $19)

Physical Demand:

This is a Level 1 trip (more info)

Check-in Time:
Clamming depends entirely on the tides, which change a little every day. Please note the start time on the calendar, they will each be different.

When to go:
Spring and Summer

*Occasionally, shellfish harvest may be abruptly closed by authorities during the season if it is unsafe to eat them. We’ll let you know if that happens prior to your trip.

Summer Afternoon Light Tackle Bottom Fishing and Crabbing* (June-July)

$130/person

Children (age 7-11) $115.00

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3-4 hour trip – A shorter version of our most popular action filled fishing adventure, with a later start time! Fun for beginners as well as experienced fisherman. Crabbing included (weather permitting). This trip includes everything you will need to fish with, as well as filleting and crab cooking at the end of your trip.

Our main target is the Black Rockfish (a tasty, mild, white fish), but many other varieties, including Ling Cod, are often caught on this trip. Limit for rockfish (as of 5/10/21) is 5 per person, and lingcod limit is 2 per person. We may not always end up with limits of rockfish, but the fun is in the experience, and usually everyone comes home with at least a few fish. As a bonus, 6 crab pots are set at the beginning of each tour (ocean conditions permitting), and picked up on the way back in – so be sure to get your shellfish permit (available at our office) if you would like to share in the fun! Afternoon trips can sometimes be quite breezy, so please dress accordingly.

Physical Demand:

This is a Level 2 trip (more info)

Check-in Time:

Varies – usually around 11:30am, please check your booking confirmation

When to go:

Late May – Early August

*Crabbing is on a “conditions permitting” basis

Private Charter – Light Tackle Bottom Fishing with Crabbing*

D&D (up to 6 passengers, 4 hr afternoon trip): $1200

D&D (up to 14 passengers): $2100

Norwester (up to 18 passengers): $2700

Alaska Sunrise (up to 18 passengers): $2700

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Payment must be made in one transaction, please ask for details if you wish to split payments.

4-6 hr trip. Have the whole boat to yourself! Perfect for large families, reunions, bachelor/bachelorette parties, or those who simply like a quieter, more personalized experience.

The D&D is a great option if your group is a little smaller, but if you’re looking for more cabin space you’re best off with either the Alaska Sunrise or the Norwester. All 3 boats have a head (restroom) onboard and a walk-around deck. This trip includes everything you will need to fish with, as well as filleting and crab cooking at the end of your trip. Our main target is the Black Rockfish (a tasty, mild, white fish), but many other varieties, including Ling Cod, are often caught on this trip. Limit for rockfish (2022 season) is 5 per person [UPDATE 9-6-22 through end of season is 4 per person], and lingcod limit is 2 per person. We often catch our limit of rockfish, lingcod catches vary day to day. As a bonus, 6 crab pots are set at the beginning of each tour (ocean conditions permitting), and picked up on the way back in – so be sure to get your shellfish permit (available at our office) if you like crab!

Physical Demand:

This is a Level 3 trip (more info)

Check-in Time:
6:30am – may vary, please double check your booking confirmation for correct time.

When to go:
May through September

*Crabbing is on a “conditions permitting” basis.

Halibut

$325/person

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12 hour trip – The ultimate offshore fishing adventure for the true sportsman! Travel 20-30 miles offshore to fish in waters over 800 feet deep for this unique flat fish. This trip includes everything you will need to fish with, as well as filleting at the end of your trip.

Halibut caught on our trips normally average about 30 lbs, and are considered by many culinary experts to be the best tasting white fish in the ocean! Halibut fishing is subject to strict seasonal requirements, so get your reservations in early! The Oregon limit on Halibut for 2024 is 2 per person.

*Please note, we fish in “shifts” for our Halibut (usually about 6 people fishing at one time rather than the “everyone at once/combat fishing” approach) Each fisherman will fish for one drift, then rest for one drift. After reeling up 800 ft, a rest is usually welcome! This method helps to reduce tangles and improves the fishing experience for everyone.

Physical Demand:

This is a Level 4 trip (more info)

Check-in Times:

4:30am –May vary, please double check your booking confirmation for correct time.

2024 Dates: Select dates in May and June, see our calendar

Long Leader Offshore Rockfish with Crabbing* (no lingcod)

$200/person

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6 hour trip (may be shorter if limit is reached) – Deep Sea Fishing with a INCREASED BAG LIMIT on the rockfish! You are allowed up to 12 of these rockfish per person, rather than the regular 5 on our nearshore trips. This trip includes everything you will need to fish with, as well as filleting and crab cooking at the end of your trip.

We’ll be travelling 10-15 miles offshore and fishing with our heavy duty reels in 300-400 ft of water. We usually see several species of large tasty white-meat rockfish including Yellowtail, Widow, Boccacio, and Canary Rockfish. Unfortunately you are not able to keep lingcod, as per regulations, but the extra rockfish allowance ensures you’ll take home plenty for dinner, sharing with friends, and freezing!

Physical Demand:

This is a Level 3 trip (more info)

Check-in Time:
5:30am

Times may vary, please double check your booking confirmation for correct time.

When to go:
July – August

*Crabbing is on a “conditions permitting” basis.

Tuna Fishing

D&D Private Boat (up to 8 passengers) $3000

Alaska Sunrise Private Boat (up to 10 passengers) $3750

“Open Party” seats (limited availability, please call): $400/person

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12 hour trip – Our popular extreme offshore adventure for experienced fishermen! Join in the excitement, and travel 20-50 miles from port to fish for one of the most popular sport fish around.

This trip includes everything you will need to fish with, and filleting is available after the trip on a per/fish charge basis. Our experienced captains and crew study the warm water and chlorophyll charts to find the best places to fish, and use chum and IQF anchovies for the best 12 hour fishing adventure the area has to offer. Due to the feeding habits of tuna, you may see one or more different fishing methods used on our trips. Some of our tuna may be caught “on the troll” by towing surface jigs along the top of the water. Others may be caught by casting swimbaits or “dropping iron” down deeper. The gear type and method of fishing employed (troll vs bait) does not typically affect the amount of fish caught on a charter trip, and the captain will employ the method s/he thinks will result in the best chance of catching fish! This trip can be very weather dependent, so please keep that in mind when scheduling. Often, if a trip is cancelled for rough offshore weather conditions, you may opt for a nearshore bottom fishing trip the same day instead. Full refunds will be given for trips that are cancelled by the captain for weather.

Physical Demand:

This is a Level 4 trip (more info)

Check-in Times:
4:30 am – May vary, please double check your booking confirmation for correct time.

When to go:

Usually August – Mid September depending on the distance of the tuna

Combo Bottom/Salmon/Crabbing*

Open Party (limited availability, please call): $300/person *

Private Charters (10 passengers max): $2750

*Open party bookings are booked on our partner guide boat, please be aware this vessel does not have a head (bathroom), instead it has a “bucket with privacy”. This is very common on 6 person vessels, and all part of a true adventure!

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8 hour trip – Head out to the ocean for a variety-pack fishing experience! This trip includes everything you will need to fish with, as well as filleting and crab cooking at the end of your trip.

Head on out into the great Pacific to try your luck trolling for some of the best salmon the coast has to offer. Although the Coho (Silver) salmon is our main target, it’s not unusual to land a Chinook (King) either! Regulations can change year to year, or even mid-season. The captain and deckhand will guide you in this regard, ensuring you are only keeping fish that are in-season. Next, we’ll switch gears and head to a nearshore reef for some rockfish and maybe lingcod! Then we’ll finish off the day pulling in the crab pots and enjoying the amazing scenery the Oregon Coast has to offer. While we don’t always end up with limits on this trip, the fun is in the experience, and folks usually end up going home with an awesome dinner and plenty of seafood left to freeze for later.

Physical Demand:

This is a Level 3 trip (more info)

Check-in Time:
Check in times may vary, please double check your booking confirmation for correct time.

Open Seasons:

Selective (fin-clipped fish only): June 15-August 18, 2024

Non-Selective (fin-clipped or non-fin-clipped): September 1 – 30, 2024 or earlier if quota is used up

Species and bag limit may vary as per regulation changes – typically 2 salmon per person

*Crabbing is on a “conditions permitting” basis

Buoy 10 Salmon, 6 person max

$250/person

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6-8 hour trip – Our small boat experience with a maximum of only 6 passengers. Fish from a 25′ open guide boat during one of the most popular fisheries in the Northwest, Buoy 10 Salmon!

Catching is usually very good on Columbia. Trips will depart out of Astoria Marina West Basin, so be sure to adjust your travel plans accordingly. Astoria is about 1.5 hrs north of Garibaldi when travelling by Hwy 101. It can also be reached in a little less than 2 hrs from Portland by taking Hwy 26 to the coast. Our experienced guide, Chad, has spent years fishing these waters, so you can be sure you are getting the most out of your fishing experience! *Important note: this vessel has no restroom onboard, only a bucket. Please call if you need more details.

Physical Demand:

This is a Level 3 trip (more info)

Check-in Time:
Usually 6:30am-7am – May vary, please double check your booking confirmation for correct time.

Open Season:

2023 season is pending ODFW decision. Look for an update mid-April

Species and bag limit may vary within season as per regulation changes.

*Trips depart from Astoria, fishermen will need to provide their own transportation to launch location. Please ask for details or see our Places to Stay page for hotel suggestions.

Ladies Trip – Bottom Fishing with Crabbing*

$150/person

Children (age 7-11) $135.00

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4-6 hour trip– Join Captain Tamara and Deckhand Alanna, on a LADIES ONLY version of our most popular action filled fishing adventure! Fun for beginners as well as experienced fisherman. Crabbing included (weather permitting). This trip includes everything you will need to fish with, as well as filleting and crab cooking at the end of your trip.

Physical Demand:

This is a Level 2 trip (more info)

Check-in Time:
5:30am

2024 Dates:

June 23

*Crabbing is on a “conditions permitting” basis.

Terrible Tilly Sightseeing + Bottom Fishing with Crabbing*

$150/person with fishing

$120/person sightseeing only

Children (age 7-11) $135.00 fishing, $100 sightseeing only

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Approx 6 hour trip– The Terrible Tilly Lighthouse is an amazing sight, and you can only get close by boat or by air. Although we can’t approach the rock or go on it (you wouldn’t want to…), we can take a gander from the comfort of the deck of the Alaska Sunrise. Add the chance of catching some fresh fish and crab for dinner, and you’ve got a truly unique experience!

If you are participating in the fishing option, our main target will be the Black Rockfish (a tasty, mild, white fish), but many other varieties, including Ling Cod, are often caught on this trip. As a bonus, 6 crab pots are set at the beginning of each tour (ocean conditions permitting), and picked up on the way back in – so be sure to get your shellfish permit (available at our office) if you would like to share in the fun!

Physical Demand:

This is a Level 2 trip (more info)

Check-in Time:
5:30am

2024 Date:

July 14

*Crabbing is on a “conditions permitting” basis.

Whale Watching

Whole Boat (up to 16 passengers) $750

Whole Boat (up to 20 passengers) $1,000

Add Crabbing (6 crabpots, plus cooking) $250

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2 hour trip March-April only. Finding and following these gentle giants is an unforgettable experience for young and old alike!

The California Grey Whales pass through our waters on their migration route from Baja California to Alaska. They love to feed and play just off the entrance to Tillamook Bay and around the many beautiful rock formations found on our unique stretch of ocean. Tours are usually in the afternoon, but time may be changed due to weather considerations or upon special requests.

Physical Demand:

This is a Level 1 trip (more info)

When to go:
March-April

Educational Birdwatching Eco-Tours

Adult (12+) $75

Child (5-11) $60

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2.5 hour guided sightseeing and birdwatching tour at 3 Arch Rocks National Wildlife Refuge.

Join our experienced guide, Tim Shelmerdine of Oregon Pelagic Tours, and enjoy an educational trip aboard the 43′ vessel Alaska Sunrise. On the trip down to the famous Three Arch Rocks National Wildlife Refuge (located just off the cost from Oceanside, OR) you will experience the breathtaking views of the Oregon Coast from the other side of the beach! Keep a sharp eye out for harbor seals, sea lions, bald eagles, puffins, muirs, cormorants, gulls and the other abundant seashore wildlife native to the north coast. Be sure to bring a camera and binoculars if you have them, and warm clothes as summer afternoons on the water can be breezy. Life jackets are provided.

Physical Demand:

This is a Level 1 trip (more info)

2024 TRIP DATES:
June 30, July 28, August 11, Sept 8

Have a large group? We can also build this trip as a private charter, please call for availability 503-322-0007

Ashes at Sea

$750 (approx 1.5 hrs)

Please call 503-322-0007 for availability and booking.

Take up to 22 passengers aboard our comfortable vessel, the Alaska Sunrise, to release a loved one’s ashes into the sea. We’ll travel 3 miles offshore and make a stop to allow your group to hold a service. A card with the coordinates of the location the ashes are released will be included.

Biodegradable urns are usually readily available from funeral homes, and make a stunning descent into the water. Tours are usually scheduled in the afternoon, but time may be changed due to weather considerations or upon special requests. Special locations are also usually available on request but may include extra charges if travel time causes trip to last longer than 2 hours. Some popular locations include the waters off Oceanside (approx $750-1000 – 2.5 to 3 hrs) and Cannon Beach (approx $1000-$1500 – 4 hrs). If you would like your loved one’s ashes dispersed at sea but do not wish to venture onto a boat, we can provide transport and release of ashes to sea while you stay on dry land. Same fees apply – please ask. *We have also been asked multiple times about adding other ocean activities to this trip. While we do not offer fishing in combination with this trip, crabbing could be considered for an additional cost. Please call well in advance and ask if you are interested.

Physical Demand:

This is a Level 1 trip (more info)

Available times:
July-September (April-June also available weather permitting)

Note – Please let us know if you will have children younger than 7 onboard.

All trips are on a “weather permitting” basis – FOR YOUR SAFETY

Fishing Trips Include

Fishing Gear and Tackle

Fish Filleting/Cleaning*

Crab Cooking

* Fish filleting not included on Tuna. On site filleting and processing services available through Garibaldi Cannery or Tillamook Bay Boathouse

* Crabbing is included with no extra fee (weather permitting) on select fishing trips, but is not required. If you don’t wish to take crab home, you do not need to purchase a shellfish license. Crab will be split up into “shares” depending on how many passengers onboard have shellfish permits. Each person with a shellfish permit will be able to take home a “share” of crab.

Fishing Licenses are NOT included. The best way to get a fishing license (including a daily license) is from the ODFW website. If you are unable to secure a license before your trip, the following are available for purchase at the office the morning of your trip (please allow extra time):

Daily Fishing License (now includes shellfish!) $23
Resident Annual Shellfish Permit$10
Non-resident 3 day Shellfish Permit$19

NEW – Youth License (Annual license for age 12-17, resident or nonresident, includes fishing, shellfish, and hunting) $10 – You MUST purchase Youth License ahead ODFW website OR from licensed dealer – we are NOT able to carry this license at our office.