Troll for chinook and coho salmon on an 8-hour Coos Bay charter
8 Hours
Tackle, bait, fishing gear
Head out early morning on a Willies 26' open sled and troll lures and bait in Coos Bay for chinook and coho salmon. You’ll have a two-salmon limit at the current time, with tackle and bait provided.
Ages 7+.
Trips are weather dependent and may be rescheduled or cancelled.
Dress warm and waterproof; fall temperatures can be in the 40 degrees some days.
Cancellations with less than 7 full days’ notice and no-shows will be charged the full amount of the reserved trip.
Yes. Purchase a one-day angling and shellfish license before your trip and bring a printed copy. A copy on your phone won’t work; an electronic version in the ODFW app will work.
No. The charter office can’t sell licenses. Plan to purchase your license online ahead of time or in person in Coos Bay before you arrive.
Yes. If you’re halibut or lingcod fishing, purchase the Ocean endorsement as an add-on to your license.
Coos Bay Oregon
Families and serious anglers alike rave about the captains here, particularly Captain John, who consistently gets mentioned for his knowledge, hard work, and ability to put people on fish. The fleet handles everything from crabbing and salmon to halibut and tuna trips, with guests regularly reporting full limits and memorable catches. Several reviewers specifically praise how accommodating the crew is with kids and elderly family members, making this a solid choice for multi-generational outings. The fish cleaning service at the dock gets high marks for expert filleting and proper packing. The operation runs multiple boats with different captains including Josh, Murray, Dylan, and Silas, and experiences seem consistently positive across the crew. Most trips follow a well-organized rhythm, and the boats are described as clean and properly equipped. One thing to note: the tuna "flex" trips may switch to other species if conditions aren't right, and you'll be charged either way, so read the fine print if you're set on a specific fish. A few scattered complaints about communication and deposit issues pop up, but the overwhelming majority of recent guests had excellent experiences and plan to return.
I booked the Rockfish/ling cod trip and added crabbing. Very happy with the trip! We got plenty to fill our freezer up.
Diana Collins
March 9, 2026
I booked the Rockfish/ling cod trip and added crabbing. Very happy with the trip! We got plenty to fill our freezer up.
Diana Collins
March 9, 2026