Catch More Fish with Experienced Northwest Fishing Charters

Fishing With Kevin — Garibaldi, Oregon Charters and Guided Trips

Fishing With Kevin runs guided fishing and crabbing charters launching from Garibaldi and regional ports across northwest Oregon. With more than 40 years of experience, Captain Kevin offers targeted trips for chinook, coho, halibut, sturgeon, winter steelhead, and Dungeness crab on the Columbia River, Tillamook Bay, Astoria’s Buoy 10 fishery, Newport offshore grounds, and Hammond Marina.

Key trips and seasonal windows

• Fall Salmon Fishing — Portland Area Columbia River (September - October): Full-day salmon charters targeting chinook and coho with a focus on comfortable boats and on-board cleaning service.
• All Depth Halibut and Salmon Trips (May - August): 8-hour offshore trips from Newport using electric reels and team-style fishing to give every angler a fair chance.
• Tillamook Bay Chinook Fishing (October - November): Day trips aboard a 28’ Alumaweld Pacific for salmon and crab, with cleaning provided.
• Central Oregon Coast Salmon and Crab Combo Trips (August - September): Dawn departure crab pot sets followed by salmon fishing; cleaning and vacuum packing available.
• Buoy 10 / Fall Salmon Fishing Astoria Trip (August - October): 8-hour Buoy 10 charters aboard a 28’ Alumaweld Pacific; catch cleaning and bagging provided.
• Crabbing — Hammond, Oregon: Morning crabbing trips from Hammond Marina (Friday–Sunday, 7:30 a.m.), with a published rate of $150 per person and limits on spots.
• Winter Steelhead Guided Fishing Trip (January - March): River-based steelhead trips on rivers such as the Wilson and Sandy (seasonal river fishing).
• Sturgeon Fishing Trips (Year Round): Eight-hour sturgeon charters with cleaning, filleting, vacuum packing, and shipping options when available.
• Spring Chinook Guided Fishing Trip (March - June): Columbia River, Willamette River, and Multnomah Channel chinook trips during spring runs.

Gear, boats, and services

• Equipment provided: Rods, tackle, and in many offshore trips electric reels are used to improve catch opportunity.
• Boats: A 28’ Alumaweld Pacific is used for Tillamook Bay and Buoy 10 charters. Other vessels are outfitted for safety and comfort for full-day offshore trips.
• Post-trip services: Catch cleaning, filleting, vacuum packing, and local shipping options are offered when available to make it easy to take fish home.

Why anglers choose Fishing With Kevin

• Local expertise across Columbia River and Oregon coast fisheries.
• Season-specific trips timed to spring chinook, summer halibut & salmon, fall Buoy 10 runs, and winter steelhead.
• Clear, published offerings including crabbing departures and per-person pricing for certain trips.

Booking tips and expectations

• Reserve early for peak salmon and crab months—spots are limited on popular departures.
• Expect full-day (8-hour) options and morning crabbing trips; bring weather-appropriate gear and a camera for scenic Northwest waters.

For anglers searching for reliable Garibaldi fishing charters, Fishing With Kevin provides seasonally timed trips, experienced leadership, and practical post-trip services designed to maximize on-water time and return home with cleaned, packed fish.