Expert Astoria Fishing Charter
I offer more than just a great Astoria fishing charter. I share insight into the places and species that share the waters of the Columbia River and Oregon Coast. Salmon, Sturgeon, Lingcod, Rockfish, and Crab are all available to chase.
Beginners, kids, dedicated anglers, and sightseers are all welcome. Let’s go fishing and have some fun!
Currently Booking for 2026
Spring Chinook
Ocean Salmon
Buoy 10 Salmon
Fall Coho
Bottom Fish
Sturgeon
Crab
News and Fishing Updates
From your Captain, Jerad Sorber
My goal is to not just to be the best fishing guide for catching fish. I want to create a unique, positive experience that you, your family, and your friends will remember. My own personal story is defined by moments like this. There’s nothing like experiencing the natural beauty and unique fishing opportunities of the Columbia River and Pacific Ocean. Let’s catch fish and have fun together on my Astoria Fishing Charter!
Astoria Fishing Charter Trips and Adventures
Columbia River Fishing Charter: Buoy 10 Salmon
A Buoy 10 salmon fishing charter is on so many bucket lists for a reason! When these fresh from the ocean fish collide with the warm summer waters of the Columbia River, fireworks just happen. More people have caught their first salmon on a Buoy 10 fishing charter than any other time of the year.
More Info: Buoy 10 Astoria fishing charter trips
Trip Length: Full Day
Price: $275/seat, $1,200 private trip (up to 5)
Departure Location: Slip C-12, West Basin Marina, Astoria Oregon
Columbia River Fishing Charter: Spring Chinook
Columbia River Spring Chinook is our most challenging fishery but the rewards are great. Spring Chinook are world renowned for their high quality. Commercially caught fish often sell for over $50 per pound.
The arrival of these fish in Astoria means that the Columbia River Salmon fishing season has started. When you catch one, you will undoubtedly have a story and an excellent meal to share.
More Info: Columbia River Spring Chinook Fishing
Trip Length: Full Day
Price: $250/seat, $900 private trip (up to 4)
Departure Locations: Westport County Park, Westport, Oregon or John Day County Park, Astoria, Oregon
Astoria Fishing Charter: Sturgeon
If you’ve never tried catching these massive prehistoric beasts you’re in for a treat. These are the biggest fish you can target on an Astoria fishing charter. In shallow water they explode. This means they put up fights that rival other bucket list fish like tarpon and marlin. To be sure, these are the diamonds in the crown jewels of Astoria fishing.
The catch and release fishery means lots of large fish. Because of this, my boat’s 2025 season record stands at 9 feet. Will you catch a bigger one?
More Info: Columbia River Sturgeon Fishing
Full Day: $250/seat, $1,100 private trip (up to 5)
Half Day: $150/seat, 600 private trip (up to 5)
Departure Locations:
John Day County Park, Astoria, Oregon
Slip C-12, West Basin Marina, Astoria Oregon
Ocean Fishing Charter: Salmon
Chrome Coho and bright Chinook travel in schools looking for anything shiny to eat. As a result, this drive to feed creates fast action and a great fight. If you want to make an Astoria fishing guide work, this is the way to do it! I regularly have to call for a backup net or have to double-scoop fish when we hook a double. Fresh, ocean caught salmon is one of the top prizes for the table.
More Info: Ocean Salmon Fishing
Trip Length: Full Day
Price: $275/seat, $1,200 private trip (up to 5)
Departure Location:
Slip C-12, West Basin Marina, Astoria Oregon
Ocean Fishing Charter: Lingcod and Rockfish
Lingcod are aggressive and voracious. Rockfish can swarm your gear in a minute resulting in multiple fish on the line at the same time. With constant jigging and regular hookups, there’s no downtime for anyone.
Trip Length: Full Day
Price: $275/seat, $1,200 private trip (up to 5)
Departure Locations: Slip C-12, West Basin Marina or Hammond Boat Launch
Astoria Crab Charter
The closing act for a year of Astoria fishing charters. Catching and eating these tasty crustaceans is a favorite past time for locals and regular visitors alike. Feasting on crab in the fall after the salmon have moved upriver is a holiday tradition around Astoria.
More Info: Astoria Crabbing Charter
Trip Length: Half Day
Price: $175/seat
Departure Locations:
Slip C-12, West Basin Marina, Astoria Oregon
Hammond Boat Basin, Hammond, Oregon