Salmon Trips

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Apocalypse Guide Service offers professionally guided Salmon trips for both Chinook and Coho Salmon. We guide salmon in the Ocean out of Winchester Bay and Coos Bay. We also offer Salmon trips in the local rivers as well, Umpqua River, Coos River, Elk and Sixes Rivers.

Ocean Salmon Season: June 6th – October(2-fish limit).
River Salmon season: August – December (2-fish limit).

Salmon Fishing out of Winchester Bay — Book Your Trip Today! Apocalypse Guide Service runs salmon 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 salmon grounds. We fish salmon with top of the line Talon Rods and Okuma reels with multiple different baits depending on the bite. These trips offer excellent opportunity to land many fish.

What to expect

  • Trip length: typically 5-8 hours.

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

  • Average salmon size: 5 to 8lbs for Coho and 15 to 20lbs for Chinook

  • Boat record: 49 lbs (Kieth Baker). Will you break the record?

Why fish with Apocalypse Guide Service?

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

  • Top of the line gear to ensure best chance of landing that big fish.

  • 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 salmon or your hundredth, we’ll help you land memorable fish.

Best time to go

  • Peak salmon consistency: August through September— reserve early, especially for September trips (spots are limited).

  • Best time to Salmon Fish in Oregon- Fall August to October

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

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