Sandspit Adventures
Frequently Asked Questions
BOOKING
How Often Do You Book Trips
We book trips on a 5-day rotation. Please contact us for more information about available trip dates.
How many fish should I expect to take home?
72 lbs of cut fillet fish is about the average take-home weight with our guided fishing trips.
What species are most commonly caught?
- Chinook/King Salmon
- Ling Cod
- Halibut
What should I bring?
- Camera & Batteries
- Hat
- Gloves
- Sunblock
- Sunglasses
- Layers of warm clothing for fishing
- Wool or Warm Socks
- Light long Underwear
- Passport if traveling from US / International
- Sea Sickness Remedies
- Prescription Medication
- Windbreaker
- Hiking shoes, & second pair of shoes
What does Sandspit Adventures provide?
- Rain Gear
- Rubber Boots
- All Rods, Tackle, & Bait
- All Boats are equipped with state of the art fishing equipment and gps.
- Personal Flotation Devices (PFD)
- Professional Fishing instruction on local fishing techniques
- Fish is processed & flash frozen for your trip home
Salmon Fishing Tips
What’s the best way to catch Chinook and Coho salmon?
Chinook and Coho are most effectively caught by trolling with spoons, hoochies, or bait rigs such as herring. Trolling allows you to cover water and match the salmon’s cruising depth, increasing your chances of a strike.
What time of day is best for salmon fishing?
Early morning and late afternoon are typically the best times for salmon fishing, especially during changing light conditions and moving tides.
What kind of gear is used for salmon fishing?
- Artificial Squid
- Spoons
- Herring Bait
- Anchovy Bait
What lures or bait work best for salmon?
Salmon respond best to spoons, squid, and natural bait like herring, with the most effective choice depending on species, season, and water conditions.
Do I need salmon fishing experience?
Halibut Fishing Tips
How deep do you fish for Halibut?
Halibut are typically caught in deeper waters over sand and gravel bottoms. Depths can range from 100 to over 300 feet depending on location and conditions.
What bait works best for Halibut?
Halibut are most effectively caught using natural bait such as P-Line Squid Jig, and Salmon bellies, as these baits produce strong scent trails that attract fish from deep water.
How do you know when a Halibut is biting?
Oh you will know!!!
What kind of gear is used for Halibut fishing?
We proudly use two-speed Shimano reels paired with 100-pound braided line and Okuma heavy-action rods to make fighting powerful fish smoother and more manageable.
Is Halibut fishing suitable for beginners?
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