Experience World-Class Charter Fishing in Westport, Washington

Join us in Westport, WA - The Salmon Capital of the World

The Westport Charter Boat Association is a Washington State non-profit organization dedicated to promoting world-class charter fishing in Westport, Washington. Located on the Pacific coast, Westport is renowned as "The Salmon Capital of the World" and offers exceptional fishing opportunities. Our association represents a fleet of professional charter boats specializing in salmon fishing, halibut fishing, albacore tuna, and bottom fish charters. Whether you're an experienced angler or planning your first fishing adventure, our member charter boats provide safe, guided trips with expert captains who know the best fishing grounds off the Washington coast. Book your Westport charter fishing trip today and experience the thrill of Pacific Northwest fishing.

Regulations: All fisheries are seasonal under state and federal rules and quota. The trip types below list typical timing only—always confirm open seasons, areas, and bag limits on our Fishing seasons & regulations page and WDFW.

Types of Fishing Trips & More

Choose your adventure on the Pacific Ocean—from classic charters to offshore wildlife encounters

Salmon Fishing

Target Chinook and Coho salmon during peak season. Experience the thrill of battling these powerful fish.

Typical timing: June–September

Open dates: Confirm each year with WDFW—see our Fishing seasons & regulations page.

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Halibut Fishing

Go after the giants of the deep. Halibut provide an incredible fight and delicious table fare.

Typical timing: Often May–September when open

Open dates: Confirm each year with WDFW—see our Fishing seasons & regulations page.

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Albacore Tuna

Fast-paced offshore action targeting albacore tuna. Full-day trips to the tuna grounds.

Typical timing: Mid July–October

Open dates: Confirm each year with WDFW—see our Fishing seasons & regulations page.

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Bottom Fish

Lingcod, rockfish, and more—excellent eating fish when seasons allow.

Typical timing: Varies by species and year

Open dates: Confirm each year with WDFW—see our Fishing seasons & regulations page.

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Pelagic seabird in flight over the Pacific Ocean off Westport, Washington

Ocean Pelagic Bird Watching Trips

All-day pelagic birdwatching trips to one of several deep-water submarine canyons about 30 nautical miles from the mouth of Grays Harbor, on the edge of the North American continental shelf.

The outer shelf and canyons support a vast array of marine pelagic bird life. Trips also look for whales, dolphins, porpoises, fur seals, and other marine life in this nutrient-rich environment.

Scheduling: Check Westport Seabirds for the summer schedule of trips.

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Everything first-time anglers need to know for an unforgettable Westport fishing adventure

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