Newport Oregon Fishing Blog

Are Fishing Charters in Newport, Oregon Kid-Friendly?Taking your family on the ocean is a great way to spend time with family, but not many parents know exactly what to expect. If you are considering a family fishing charter in Newport Oregon, you need to understand...

Half-Day vs Full-Day Fishing Charters in Newport: Which to Book?With over 15 years of experience in guiding fishing enthusiasts around the Oregon Coast, Columbia River and local oceans, I know that when it comes to your Newport fishing charter options, selecting the...

What to Bring on a Newport Oregon Fishing CharterMy name is Don Koskela, owner of Newport Oregon Fishing Charters. This is a captain run guide service, not a booking site which gives you a seat to a captain who has one available. I am the one driving the boat when you...

Deep Sea Fishing vs. Bay Fishing: Which is Right for You?Anglers enjoy a choice that most coastal towns in Newport, OR cannot offer. Walk off the dock and enjoy fishing the protected waters within Yaquina Bay. Or cross the bar and be in open Pacific waters in minutes....

The Best Time for Salmon Fishing in NewportNewport, Oregon is on the center of one of the most fruitful salmon fisheries in the Pacific Northwest. Each year, thousands of fishermen flock there in hopes of catching Coho and Chinook along the Yaquina Bay and out into...

What to Expect on a Newport Bottom Fishing TripPlanning your first Newport bottom fishing trip can be daunting. The central coast of Oregon has one of the largest sportfishing fleets on the West Coast and Newport is its epicentre. There are year-round charter...