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Embark on the adventure of a lifetime with Tradewinds Charters, the ultimate whale watching and fishing hotspot on the Oregon Coast! For over 80 years, our Depoe Bay whale-watching tours have dazzled and amazed guests, offering the best whale watching Oregon has to offer. With our fleet of 6 state-of-the-art, fully equipped vessels and our experienced, knowledgeable, and super-friendly captains and crew, we specialize in family-friendly whale watching and scenic boat tours.
But wait, there's more! We offer some of the best adrenaline-pumping sportfishing adventures tailored to create unforgettable memories. Embrace our "Quit Wishin' Go Fishin'" spirit and charter one of our fishing trips. Our fishing trips cater to anglers of all skill levels, targeting a variety of fish species. Embark on our popular 5-hour Bottom Fishing trip to catch Lingcod, Sea Bass, Canaries, Cabezon, China Rock, and Sea Trout, or enhance your experience with our 5-hour Bottom Fishing and Crabbing combo for a taste of Oregon's delicious Dungeness crab.
For the ultimate challenge, join our Salmon Fishing trip during the Coho and Chinook Salmon season, and experience the excitement of multiple fish on at once and the iconic Salmon dance. Or, try our Pacific Halibut trip starting in May, and reel in one of the best-eating fish out there.
If you're up for a high-energy experience, our Albacore Tuna trip, starting in mid-July, is perfect for seasoned fishermen and newcomers alike. With satellite imagery to locate these Silver Bullets, you'll have multiple hookups and even more opportunities for fun.
We offer online booking and discounts for booking online, as well as discounts for veterans, military, and frontline workers. At our office, you can purchase fishing licenses and take advantage of our additional services, such as fish filleting, crab cooking, and vacuum packing. We also offer private charters for memorial ashes at sea and weddings.
Tradewinds Charters is committed to operating sustainably, and we proudly partner with the Oregon Kelp Alliance (ORKA) to help preserve our kelp forests. We understand the importance of our local kelp forests and thier role in supporting our Whale and Rockfish populations. We are also a proud sponser of Oregon Coast Fishing Poles for Kids. At Oregon Coast Fishing Poles for Kids, thier mission is to inspire the next generation of anglers by providing high-quality free fishing pole to the children of our community each year. They are committed to fostering a love for nature, promoting sustainable fishing practices, and creating memorable outdoor experiences for families along the beautiful Oregon coast. Through education, community engagement, and a passion for the great outdoors, they aim to nurture a lifelong appreciation for fishing and conservation in our youth.
We can't wait to welcome you aboard and show you the beauty of Oregon's marine wildlife, all in a family-friendly, professional, and fun environment!
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 541-765-2345 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.
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Finest of Holiidays from the Tradewinds Crew
12-21-2024
Tradewinds Crew
We at Tradwinds wish All a wonderful Holday Season! The foreseeable forecast looks like very high swells through the season so come on down and watch the spectacle if you get a chance. Unfortunately it's looking like we won't be able to get out but this gives us time to spend with our family and friends.
This Ophiodon Elongatus was caught by a frequent client who has become a real friend to all of us. The ODFW has issued new limits on Rockfish for the 2025 season and it is fairly better news than we expected. It will be 4 Rockfish until June 30th then raised back to 5 for remainder of the season. This was good news to us as they were looking at things much worse. The good news is the 1st half of the year is when we get the giant Lings like above so we can all fish with confidence still. They even considered raising the Ling Limit to 3 if they cut too much into the Rockfish Limit! The Lings are still going really strong!
Here is wishing you and yours the Happiest of Holidays and we.look forward to seeing you in 2025. With a heartfelt thank you to all of our valued clients!
Fishing Seasons for Depoe Bay Oregon
2024
Spring All-Depth Halibut Season: Opens May 1st with a 2 per person limit, and you can retain by-catch of Rockfish and Ling Cod
Back-Up Dates (If Quota Remains): TBA
Summer All-Depth Halibut Season: Opens In August. Date TBA.
Summer Selective Coho Salmon Season: Opens: June 15 through August 18th OR 45,000 Quota
Bag Limit: 2 Fin Clipped Coho Salmon
September Non-selective Coho Salmon Season: Sept 1-30. 25,000 Quota
Bag Limit: 2 Fish Limit.
Albacore Tuna Fishing – Start checking our fishing reports towards the end of June for catch updates.
Deep Water Lingcod Trips – Call us.
Bottom Fishing Trips – Open year round
Whale Watching –
Embark on an unforgettable whale watching experience with our premier Depoe Bay whale-watching tours. During the winter months of December through February and the spring months of March through May, our vessels venture into the open ocean to witness the majestic migration of Gray Whales. In the winter, these magnificent creatures travel south from their Alaskan summer feeding grounds to the warm, shallow lagoons of northern Mexico, while in the spring, they make their way back north to Alaska.
But the excitement doesn't end there! In the summer months and well into the fall, we are thrilled to have resident Gray Whales that call Depoe Bay their home, providing fantastic whale watching opportunities almost year-round. These magnificent residents feed right here in Depoe Bay, and we've even given names to our beloved local Gray Whales.
With a remarkable 98% sighting success rate on our cruises, you'll be sure to hear exhilarating cries of "Thar she blows!" echoing around the boat as we bring you up close and personal with these awe-inspiring giants of the sea. Experience the best whale watching on the Oregon Coast and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Ocean Dungeness Crabbing – Open thru October 15, 2024
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