San Juan Islands Charter Fishing
Hallibut Fishing Rates:
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165.00 per person (3 person min)
650.00 half day private charter
900.00 full day private charter
1080 full day Halibut fishing
Hallibut requires a full day and a valid Passport.
British Columbia Canada Saltwater Fishing License Online
376 4855 or Email Capt Marty
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Fishing is great almost all year around in the San Juan Islands. The types of fish most
likely to be caught are Halibut, Ling Cod, Cabezon, Green Ling, Various Rock Cod, and the occasional Black Sea Bass,
All of our charter fishing tours are exclusive and customized to fit your needs. Prices are for the boat with skipper and gear, and there is room for up to 10 people in one group. We usually only no more than 6 people to fish at one time because it can get pretty crazy .
Travel time
Since we are already out in the islands it doesn't take much travel time before we're fishing - Never more that 30 minutes. In the San Juan Islands the most common methods of fishing are - drift fishing, mooching, casting, or bottom jigging, depending on what fish we'll be targeting.
What you'll need...
Dress warm and layered. It's usually 10 degrees cooler on the water than on shore.
Some snacks are a good idea, whether your hungry or not, it's fishing and snacking is part of the program.
We carry water and limited snacks on board.
BOX LUNCHES can be provided with advance notice.
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Bait and tackle...
All bait and tackle is provided.
We use all top of the line Okuma and Shakespeare gear, and are suited for any type of fish you may find in the San Juans
We use frozen bait usually Herring or Anchovies, and a variety artificial lures. If you have an old betty that works for you, bring it along.
Dungenes Crab usualy opens in July and runs through mid Sept. and is always limited to Wed - Saturday. Please mention at the time of booking if your interested in dropping a pot or two while your out fishing.
Trip Cancellation...
We try to make your charter fishing experience as memorable and exciting as possible. We will not take trips out if, in the Captains opinion, the water is too rough to enjoy fishing and may cause him to become sea sick, usually due to high winds.
Rain, on the other hand, is not generally grounds for canceling anything in the Pacific Northwest, except sun bathing.
For Seasons and Regulations please click the link below.
Washington State Fish & Game regs
2010 Pricing.
2010 pricing is as follows:
(you can go to the vessels page to see the boats available)
The Shamrock 4 passenger max.
$110.00 per hour up to 4 passengers. Great for children.
The El Jefe up to 6 passengers in one group
$140.00 per person for half day
Hourly charter rate for custom or private trips is
175.00 per hour up to 6 passengers
220.00 per hour 6- 10 passengers
Licenses and Permits:
Youth 15 and under are not required to have a fishing license however for Halibut, Salmon or Dunginess Crab they will need a catch record card
Advance Fishing/crabbing permits are available online at,
Washington State Fishing License online.
British Columbia Canada Saltwater Fishing License Online
This is the fastest and cheapest way to get them a few clicks print and your done. Just make sure you specify the correct day(s) you will be fishing.
otherwise they are available at the following places but keep in mind you will pay a convenience fee.
On Orcas Island at Eastsound Sporting Goods, and at West Beach Resort. or on San Juan Island at kings in Friday Harbor, and at the general store in Roche Harbor. fishing licenses are available on Lopez Island at IMC Fishermans Bay and at the Lakedale Store
If you forget or would rather just wait we can take care of it when you arrive, it just takes time away from the fishing tour.
Under no exception will anyone not in possession of a valid Washington State Saltwater fishing permit be allowed to fish.
If you would like more info or are ready to book
Email Email Capt Marty or call
360 376 4855
"Give a man a fish and he has food for a day;
Teach him how to fish and you can get rid of him for the entire weekend." ~Zenna Schaffer
Home Port Deer Harbor Marina, Orcas Island.
Pickups available at Rosario Resort, West Beach Resort, North Shore Brandt's Landing, West Sound Marina, Orcas Village dock, Olga, and Liberhaven Resort.
San Juan Island at Friday Harbor and Roche Harbor.
Lopez Island at Fishermans Bay
Decater, Center Island, Snt Clair, Cypress
Bellingham and Anacortes
