Tillamook Bay is home to some of the region’s top fishing guides. Salmon fishing in the Bay isn’t easy, that’s why the region’s fishing guides have had to hone their skills to become effective fishing guides in pursuit of Tillamook’s premier runs of salmon and steelhead. Tillamook Bay is the home of some of the largest fall Chinook salmon that return on the Oregon Coast. With five rivers coming into Tillamook Bay (Wilson River, Trask River, Kilchis River, Miami River and the Tillamook River), you can understand why the salmon returns are so robust. The fall Chinook salmon return on Tillamook Bay also runs for an extended time period. Fall salmon return to Tillamook Bay from late August through mid-December, with Chinook salmon occasionally eclipsing 35 pounds in weight. There are a lot of fishing guides that operate in Tillamook Bay, it’s difficult for a newcomer to the sport of fishing to choose the one that best fits your family or friend’s needs. Of course you want someone that is knowledgeable on how to catch salmon in the Bay, but who is also fun to spend the day with. Collectively, our fishing guides have well over 30 years of professional fishing guide experience fishing Tillamook Bay and its rivers, fully understanding how important it is for you and your family or friends to experience a great time fishing the beautiful Oregon Coast. Our fishing guides have families too, so they know the meaning of what it’s like to have a companion reel in their first salmon, it’s why we love our jobs so much. Tillamook Bay Fishing is more than just reeling in fish however. The history, beauty and intrigue is also what draws fishermen and women to the area. It is Oregon’s 2nd largest estuary and also harbors abundant wildlife and sea birds too. Whales, porpoise, seals and sea lions also frequent these waters, making for more than just a fishing trip. The Bay also has abundant numbers of Dungeness crab and if conditions are right, anglers can find themselves going home with a bounty of fish and fresh Dungeness crab, a sure hit with all your family and friends. Our Tillamook Bay fishing guides have spent countless hours on the water in pursuit of salmon, steelhead, halibut, crab, bottomfish and even tuna. We know when it’s safe and fun to operate, where and what to do to maximize your experience, and how best to prepare your catch for consumption. Your fun and exciting experience is our priority, just read through some of our customer reviews!

Rob has had a strong passion for fishing since the early 70’s and it hasn’t let up. He has been in the fishing industry since 2006. In the summer you can find him running a charter boat fishing for bottom fish, lingcod, halibut, tuna and salmon. For nearly a decade Rob has spent the winters commercial crabbing. But is now focusing his career in the winter chasing Salmon and Steelhead in his drift boat, helping his guests land big fish and big smiles. When not on the water fishing, Rob joins his girlfriend Becca raising their young son Brysen. Being a family man, Rob encourages families with kids to join him in a fishing adventure for memories to last a lifetime. Rob is a U.S. Coastguard certified captain holding a 50 ton master vessel operators license, a guide license in Oregon and Alaska. And is certified in first aide and CPR.

Rob has had a strong passion for fishing since the early 70’s and it hasn’t let up. He has been in the fishing industry since 2006. In the summer you can find him running a charter boat fishing for bottom fish, lingcod, halibut, tuna and salmon. For nearly a decade Rob has spent the winters commercial crabbing. But is now focusing his career in the winter chasing Salmon and Steelhead in his drift boat, helping his guests land big fish and big smiles. When not on the water fishing, Rob joins his girlfriend Becca raising their young son Brysen. Being a family man, Rob encourages families with kids to join him in a fishing adventure for memories to last a lifetime. Rob is a U.S. Coastguard certified captain holding a 50 ton master vessel operators license, a guide license in Oregon and Alaska. And is certified in first aide and CPR.