Oregon Coast Fishing Charters, Fishing Trips & Whale Watching

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Whale Watching Discounts
We will match or beat any whale watching rate
Only @ Tradewinds Depoe Bay

2013 Offshore Halibut Season
Spring Season:
May 9-11, May 16-18, May 30-June 1, June 6-8
Back-up dates if quota remains
June 20-22, July 4-6, July 18-20
Summer Season:
Every other Friday & Saturday beginning Aug. 2-3 thru Oct. 26 or until quota is caught

2013 Inshore Halibut Season
Every Thursday - Saturday beginning May 2-4
Inside 40 fathom curve
(on offshore days offshore rules prevail on inside Halibut fishery)

Deep Water Offshore Big Lingcod Trips
& Catch some rockfish on the way home
Season closed till October 1st

Chinook Salmon Season
Opens March 15th thru October 31st
Tradewinds has the boats equipped to fish for Chinook salmon

Coho Summer Salmon Season
Season open July 1st thru July 31st
2 fish bag limit
Must be with healed adipose fin to retain

Non-selective Coho Summer Salmon Season (any salmon)
September 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28

Gift Certificates for Fishing & Whale Watching
Available year-round
Call the office for details

Northerly Migration Whale Watching
Northerly migration now in process

Albacore Tuna Fishing
Taking reservations NOW for July and August

Bottom Fishing Trips
Best bet for your dollar
Morning Daily Departures
Make your fishing trip a combo and add crab to the trip

Ahoy! Welcome Aboard!
Since 1938, Tradewinds Charters in Depoe Bay has been providing "Top Deck" ocean charters for whale watching, sportfishing, bird watching, and Ecology Tours. With a fleet of ten modern, fully equipped vessels, experienced, knowledgeable, and very friendly captains and crew, Tradewinds is the premier ocean charter service on the Oregon Coast. From the moment you check in at our charter office and board our vessels, you will definitely feel a part of the crew and right at home. We strive for not only the best in whale watching and fishing, but the best in fun.

Tradewinds is located on highway 101 at the North end of the bridge in Downtown Depoe Bay. Our private dock is located conveniently just below our office. With flags flying you'll see our office which overlooks both the Pacific Ocean, and our harbor. We are always happy to answer your questions, so just give us a call at: 1-800-445-8730 or fill out our Information Request Form. From individuals to large groups, Tradewinds, with our vast experience, is here to provide you with your best ocean experience. Be sure and explore the rest of our web site for great pictures and details about our charter services.

Thanks for visiting our web site, hope to see you aboard real soon!
The Staff and Skippers here at Tradewinds

Tradewinds Charters
P.O. Box 123
Highway 101, Downtown
Depoe Bay, Oregon 97341

800.445.8730
541.765.2345
tradewinds@centurytel.net