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Explore Portland’s Best Rivers With Pacific Drifter
Explore a variety of year-round angling opportunities on the Willamette River with an experienced Portland fishing guide. Whether you’re planning a bachelor trip or are a hobby fisher looking to cross the spring chinook salmon off your bucket list, Pacific Drifter Guide Service guarantees a memorable fishing adventure tailored to your needs and preferences.
Along with expert guidance and prime fishing spots, your Portland fishing adventure on the Columbia River includes all the equipment you need to wrangle a catch and a choice of fishing from three different boats:
- 25′ North River Sle
- 17′ Willies Drift Boat
- 13′ Custom NRS Raft
From experienced hobby fishers to budding amateurs, we have shown countless rod and reel enthusiasts the time of their lives on the beautiful rivers surrounding the Greater Portland area. A Portland fishing charter on the Wind River and Drano Lake fishery with a Pacific Drifter Guide Service guarantees a memorable fishing adventure personalized to match your vision of the perfect day out fishing.
Located near Portland, the Clackamas River offers a diverse range of fishing opportunities year-round. From spring chinook runs and summer steelhead runs to coho returns and winter steelhead runs, I wouldn’t be a premier Portland fishing guide without offering this amazing experience to my guests.
Buoy 10 Salmon fishing in Astoria, Oregon, is probably one of the top fisheries in the Pacific Northwest. Pacific Drifter Guide Service offers guided fishing trips and charters to singles and groups for amateur to expert fishers. When booking a Portland fishing charter with Pacific Drifter, you can be sure that your experience will live up to our reputation.
Another Portland fishing gem is the Sandy River. Just a short trip away from the Portland metro area, this fishery provides a unique, accessible experience that even the most seasoned fishers are sure to enjoy.
When it comes to Portland area fishing, the Nestucca River boasts a thriving population of chinook salmon, steelhead, and more. With year-round fishing opportunities, you can book a Portland fishing charter with Pacific Drifter Guide Service any time you feel like chasing after some monster fish!
Tucked along the scenic Oregon Coast, the Nehalem River offers some of the best salmon and steelhead fishing within reach of the Portland area. With Pacific Drifter Guide Service, you'll enjoy a customized charter designed for any skill level, from first-timers to die-hard anglers.
Flowing from the Oregon Coast Range into Tillamook Bay, the Trask River is a favorite for anglers chasing a more intimate, hands-on fishing experience. Whether you're chasing the fall chinook run or targeting winter steelhead, this river's lush surroundings and strong fish populations promise a thrilling day on the water that you won’t forget.
The Wilson River is a coastal favorite known for its clear waters, strong steelhead runs, and big fall chinook. Just a short drive from Portland, this river offers fast-paced action and stunning scenery all in one. Join Pacific Drifter Guide Service for a day on the Wilson and experience some of the best drift fishing Oregon has to offer.
Unlike larger rivers, the Klickitat rewards patience, skill, and timing, with strong runs of hatchery coho and chinook salmon that make every trip exciting. With Pacific Drifter Guide Service, you’ll explore this dynamic fishery up close, dialing into prime holding water and learning how to read the river like a pro. It’s the kind of trip where quiet moments, big fish, and unforgettable memories all come together.