I’m Jeff Keightley. I’m and 18 year veteran fishing guide offering guided fishing charters in Astoria, Oregon. Whether you’re after salmon, sturgeon, crab, or bottom fishing, I run charters on the Columbia River and Pacific Ocean out of Astoria, Oregon, and I work hard to put you on fish.
We fish here all of the time and here only. Astoria has been one of the top salmon fishing hubs in the Pacific Northwest for generations. Ocean Salmon season runs late June through September on the northern Oregon Coast, and Buoy 10 salmon fishing on the Columbia River opens August 1st – two of the best windows on the calendar for hooking into Chinook and Coho.
Every trip is built around what you want out of the day, whether that’s salmon fishing, catch and release sturgeon fishing on the lower Columbia River, bottom fishing, or Dungeness crab. I provide the boat, tackle, and know-how – you just show up ready to fish.
Latest News from Astoria Fishing Charters & Guide Service
10/9/26 Update:
Dungeness Crab fishing season is officially here. We offer Dungeness crab fishing charters beginning September 10th and continue through the end of the year.
Salmon Fishing Charters. Unfortunately, it appears that salmon fishing has slowed down to the point where it doesn’t really make sense.
Bottom fishing Charters. The good news: Bottom fishing is always open and normally as good as conditions are. The bad news: we need good fortune to have good conditions between now and July. We can always pivot to crab in the river!
Please call, text, or email with any questions 503-436-2845. For my calendar, [Click here] for real-time availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of fishing charters do you offer in Astoria, Oregon?
I offer guided fishing charters for salmon, sturgeon, crab, and bottom fishing on the Columbia River and Pacific Ocean.
When is the best time to book a salmon charter?
Ocean Salmon season runs late June through September, and regarding buoy 10 river fishing, we normally get salmon through the end of September and some years into mid October
Do I need my own gear?
No – rods, reels, and tackle are provided on every charter.
Ready to get on the water? Book your charter today, or call or text 503-436-2845 to check availability.
