WARREN FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Autumn Lines: Chasing Chinook and Coho on the Columbia out of Warren
An 8‑hour guided fall salmon trip on the Columbia River with Capt. Kevin, targeting chinook and coho aboard a spacious, well‑equipped boat; trips include quality gear and complimentary fish cleaning.
Autumn Lines: Chasing Chinook and Coho on the Columbia out of Warren.
After wrapping up Buoy 10 season in Astoria, Captain Kevin moves operations upriver to the St. Helens area of the Columbia, where he guides 8‑hour fall trips targeting chinook and coho salmon. With more than four decades of Pacific Northwest experience, he runs outings from a 28-foot Alumaweld aluminum boat outfitted with a 200 HP Mercury engine and modern electronics to find and land fish for anglers of every ability.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A sturdy, well-equipped platform
Trips run from a clean, seaworthy 28' Alumaweld aluminum boat powered by a 200 HP Mercury engine and fitted with GPS and a fishfinder so you can locate salmon efficiently and fish from a stable platform.
Fall Chinook and Coho in the St. Helens reach
After the Astoria Buoy 10 season concludes, the focus shifts upriver to the St. Helens area of the Columbia River to target fall chinook and coho during September and October.
Local knowledge honed over decades
Captain Kevin brings over 40 years of Pacific Northwest experience to each trip, working to ensure productive days on the water for both seasoned anglers and complete novices.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
Mornings begin with a short run to chosen salmon holding areas in the St. Helens reach, where the boat’s electronics and Captain Kevin’s knowledge guide the drift or troll. The day is a steady rhythm of setting lines, reading the fishfinder, and hooking salmon — all on an 8‑hour outing designed for anglers of any skill level.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Fall salmon trips run in September and October; the standard outing length is 8 hours.
Purchase your fishing license before the trip and bring food and drink to sustain energy through the day.
Trips include the use of quality rods, reels, tackle and lures, plus a complimentary cleaning service for your catch.
Fishing is conducted from a 28' Alumaweld aluminum boat with a 200 HP Mercury engine and onboard GPS and fishfinder to locate fish.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The trip duration is 8 hours.
Which salmon species are targeted?
Trips target fall chinook and coho salmon.
Is gear provided?
Yes — the operator supplies quality rods, reels, tackle and lures for all trips.
Will my catch be cleaned?
A complimentary cleaning service is provided for whatever you want to take home.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes — please purchase a fishing license before the trip.
Where do you fish in the fall?
After Buoy 10 season in Astoria concludes, trips operate in the St. Helens area of the Columbia River.