Westport, WA Fishing Trip — April

Your Westport, WA Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip

High 55°F / Low 45°F3.9" rain · 12 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

31 species

Striped Bass

Excellent

Striped Bass

Trolling · Casting

Steelhead

Excellent

Steelhead

Various

Dover Sole

Excellent

Dover Sole

Various

Pacific Cod

Excellent

Pacific Cod

Bottom Fishing · Jigging

Petrale Sole

Excellent

Petrale Sole

Various

Dungeness Crab

Good

Dungeness Crab

Crab Traps · Ring Nets

Halibut

Good

Halibut

Bottom Fishing · Trolling

Chinook Salmon

Good

Chinook Salmon

Trolling · Fly Fishing

Kelp Greenling

Good

Kelp Greenling

Various

Black Rockfish

Good

Black Rockfish

Various

Lingcod

Good

Lingcod

Various

Copper Rockfish

Good

Copper Rockfish

Various

Coho Salmon

Good

Coho Salmon

Various

Pacific Halibut

Good

Pacific Halibut

Various

Canary Rockfish

Good

Canary Rockfish

Various

English Sole

Good

English Sole

Various

False Albacore

Good

False Albacore

Various

Bat Ray

Good

Bat Ray

Various

Blue Rockfish

Good

Blue Rockfish

Various

Cabezon

Good

Cabezon

Various

California Halibut

Good

California Halibut

Various

Vermilion Rockfish

Good

Vermilion Rockfish

Various

Dolly Varden

Good

Dolly Varden

Various

Rockfish

Good

Rockfish

Various

Bocaccio

Fair

Bocaccio

Various

Chum Salmon

Fair

Chum Salmon

Various

Sockeye Salmon

Fair

Sockeye Salmon

Various

Yelloweye Rockfish

Fair

Yelloweye Rockfish

Various

Pink Salmon

Fair

Pink Salmon

Various

Green Sturgeon

Fair

Green Sturgeon

Various

Albacore Tuna

Fair

Albacore Tuna

Various

April Weather in Westport

55°F

Avg High

45°F

Avg Low

3.9"

Rainfall

12

Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

12 Guides Matched

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Advantage Charters offers you a great charter fishing experience in Westport, Washington.

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High Life Charters

What to bring on your charter fishing trip. The HIGH LIFE specializes in catching Salmon, Rockfish, Lingcod, Tuna, and Halibut out of Westport, Washington.

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Gold Rush Charters

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Pacific Bluewater Sportfishing

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Tequila Too Sportfishing

Explore Westport sportfishing with Captain Rich Graham and crew on the Tequila Too. Offering unforgettable fishing trips for all skill levels on the Pacific Ocean.

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Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

For Your Target Species

Striper Swimbaits

Paddle tail swimbaits in bunker and herring colors

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Halibut Rig with Circle Hook

Heavy bottom rigs built for barn-door halibut

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For Inshore Fishing

Performance Fishing Shirt

UPF 50+ long sleeve — stay cool and protected all day

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Sun protection for face and neck that breathes in the heat

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For the Season

Waterproof Backpack

Keeps electronics and gear dry in downpours and spray

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Anti-Fog Sunglasses Spray

Keep polarized lenses clear in humid and rainy conditions

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Trip Essentials

Saltwater-resistant pliers with split ring tool and line cutter

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Waterproof Dry Bag

Roll-top bag for phone, wallet, and keys — keeps everything dry

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What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)

Polarized sunglasses

Hat or visor

Weather-appropriate clothing

Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Water and drinks (stay hydrated)

Snacks or lunch

Cooler for your catch

Motion sickness medication (if needed)

Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)

Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

Light rain jacket

$910

Estimated total for 2 people

$455

per person

Charter $500

Tip $100

Licenses $60

Food $100

Lodging $150

Westport from ~$150/night

Pickup in Westport

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Westport

Activities for your non-fishing days

Boat Tours & Cruises

Snorkeling & Diving

Kayaking & Paddleboarding

Wildlife & Nature Tours

What's Biting By Month

Peak

1 / 3

Striped Bass

Dungeness Crab

Halibut

Steelhead

Washington Fishing License

License Cost

Resident$30.05

Non-Resident$84.50

Requirements

Required for ages 15+. Freshwater, saltwater, and combination licenses available. Catch record card required for salmon/steelhead.

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Species Regulations

Striped Bass

Season:Year-round

Bag Limit:2 per day

Size Limit:22-inch to 28-inch slot limit

Only legal to fish in the Columbia River downstream from Bonneville Dam.

Steelhead

Season:Varies by river system; check regulations

Bag Limit:Varies by river system; check regulations

Size Limit:Varies by river system; check regulations

Many rivers are catch-and-release only for wild steelhead. Check the WDFW website for specific river regulations.

Dover Sole

Season:Year-round

Bag Limit:No limit

Size Limit:No size limit

Check for specific closures or restrictions in marine areas.

Pacific Cod

Season:Varies by Marine Area

Bag Limit:Refer to specific Marine Area regulations

Size Limit:No minimum size

Regulations vary significantly by Marine Area. Consult the WDFW website for specific area rules, seasons, and gear restrictions.

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