Black Dog Sportfishing

Independent · Montesano, Washington

Black Dog Sportfishing is an independent fishing guide based in Montesano, Washington, running nearshore trips for king salmon, coho salmon, halibut, lingcod, and rockfish on Westport, Ilwaco, Buoy 10, Grays Harbor, and Willapa Harbor. You book directly with the guide, and Driftline takes no commission.

Captain Rod runs guided saltwater charters from a 28 foot North River out of Montesano, fishing Westport, Ilwaco, Buoy 10, Grays Harbor and Willapa Harbor for king and coho salmon, halibut, lingcod and rockfish.

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What waters does Black Dog Sportfishing fish?

Black Dog Sportfishing guides Westport, Ilwaco, Buoy 10, Grays Harbor, and Willapa Harbor, out of Montesano, Washington. Trips are matched to water conditions and the season, so the exact stretch depends on when you fish.

What fish can you catch with Black Dog Sportfishing?

On Black Dog Sportfishing's trips you're targeting king salmon, coho salmon, halibut, lingcod, and rockfish. What's biting shifts through the year, and the guide sets the day around what's fishing best on their home water.

What kind of trips does Black Dog Sportfishing run?

Black Dog Sportfishing runs nearshore trips on Westport, Ilwaco, Buoy 10, Grays Harbor, and Willapa Harbor. Reach out for exact trip lengths, group sizes, and what's included. The guide sets those directly.

Do I need a fishing license to fish in Washington?

Yes: everyone fishing Washington waters needs a valid Washington fishing license. You buy your own; get it from Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Black Dog Sportfishing can point you to the right one for your trip.

How do I book a trip with Black Dog Sportfishing?

You book directly with Black Dog Sportfishing: through their website at blackdogsportfishing.com or by phone. Driftline lists the guide but takes no commission and no booking fee, so the price you get is the guide's own.

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