Winchester Bay Halibut Charter

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Apocalypse Guide Service offers professionally guided Winchester Bay halibut charters on the Southern Oregon Coast. Our Halibut fishing trips target Pacific halibut during Oregon’s peak offshore season aboard a fully equipped ocean charter boat.

Spring halibut season: May 1 – July 31 (2-fish limit).
Summer halibut season: July 1 – Oct 31 (2-fish limit).

Halibut Fishing out of Winchester Bay — Book Your Trip Today! Apocalypse Guide Service runs halibut charters out of Winchester Bay aboard our comfortable 28’ Hewes Craft Alaskan 250 with twin Yamaha 150s and a hard top for protection on the ride to productive halibut grounds. We fish depths from 250’–600’ using electric Daiwa Tanacom 750 reels, making halibut fishing accessible to anglers of all ages and abilities. These electric reels make hauling big halibut easier, so novice and experienced anglers alike can enjoy the fight.

What to expect

  • Trip length: typically 10–12 hours.

  • Onboard facilities: a marine head (yes, better than a bucket).

  • Target depths: 250’–600’ on offshore halibut grounds.

  • Average halibut size: 20–30 lbs; 50–60 lb fish are common.

  • Boat record: 89 lbs (Captain Tom). Will you break the record?

Why fish with Apocalypse Guide Service?

  • Expert guided halibut charters from Winchester Bay, Oregon — experienced crew, local knowledge, and proven techniques for halibut success.

  • Electric reels for easier deep-water angling — ideal for seniors, families, and first-time halibut anglers.

  • Safety-first approach: weather-dependent scheduling; trips may be canceled or rescheduled for rough ocean conditions. We monitor weather daily and notify clients promptly.

  • We teach and guide — whether this is your first halibut or your hundredth, we’ll help you land memorable fish.

Best time to go

  • Peak halibut consistency: June — reserve early, especially for June trips (spots are limited).

  • Season windows: Spring (May 1–July 31) and Summer/Fall (July 1–Oct 31), both with a 2-fish limit per angler.

Book now Reserve your halibut charter out of Winchester Bay with Apocalypse Guide Service and get ready to reel in unforgettable memories. Family-friendly, fully guided halibut trips designed to put you on quality fish. Spots fill quickly—book your June halibut trip today!

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Two men holding a large fish on a boat offshore on a cloudy day.
Two men on a boat holding an oversized fish and smaller fish in their hands, with a marina and boats in the background.
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