Clarkston Washington Fishing Guides

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GUIDED STEELHEAD FISHING IN CLARKSTON WA.

Clearwater River is renowned for its impressive 20 lb. Steelhead.

With its reputation as one of the world’s most coveted Steelhead fishing spots, it’s no surprise that anglers flock to the legendary Clearwater River. Rocky structures and gravel bars provide an excellent environment for drifting bait – a method our Clarkston Washington fishing guides are pros at! Forget 10-12lb fish: you could be reeling in 20+ on any given day with them guiding your adventure.

Come explore the majestic Clearwater River on our guided fishing tour!

From the rugged mountains of Orofino, Idaho to scenic Lewiston, explore 40 miles of wild adventure with our Clarkston Washington Fishing Guides! Whether you’re looking for a fishing trip or simply some wildlife watching along the way, we’ve got it all on the Clearwater River.

Get up close and personal with Bald Eagles soaring through majestic peaks, Elk grazing in meadows and curious little River Otter romping around riverside rocks. Want more?

GUIDED SALMON FISHING IN CLARKSTON

Come join us for some fantastic fishing action today!

Have you ever wanted to experience the legendary Clearwater River? Our Clarkston Washington Fishing Guides offer anglers the chance of a lifetime, casting along an incredible 70-mile stretch of river from Lewiston all the way up to Kooskia. You’ll be sure to catch something with herring, eggs or plugs – and backbouncing those delicious Chinook Salmon provides for double the fun! Come join us in Lenore, Peck and Orofino for some fantastic fishing action today!

Are you ready to taste the best salmon around? Then don’t miss this chance for a perfect family or best buddies fishing trip! With lovely weather and Idaho Clearwater Spring Salmon, it promises to be one unforgettable experience.

GUIDED SMALLMOUTH BASS & Sturgeon FISHING

If you’re looking for outdoor fun in the sun, it’s hard to beat bass fishing!

The Snake and Grand Ronde Rivers are teeming with Smallmouth Bass, making this the ultimate fishing destination! Peak season starts in June, so grab your tackle box and hit the water, you’re sure to be reeling in over a hundred fish each day.

Most of them will clock around 8-15 inches but don’t worry if they seem small compared to their bigger brothers who can grow up to 24″!

Bass fishing is all about embracing beautiful Snake River life–the sunny temperatures, the crystal-clear waters, and those hard fighting Bass! To unlock your Smallmouth dreams come true join us on a guided journey to remember.

Here’s the spot to catch some big ones!

Our Sturgeon trips take place on the Snake River at Heller Bar. Here we fish the entrance to Hells Canyon, the deepest river gorge in North America. On a typical day you will see six or more fish on.

The Snake River is home to a healthy population of oversized sturgeon, meaning most of the fish you will catch are going to range six to 10+ feet! While springtime is the best, we continue to catch these prehistoric monsters throughout the summer and into fall. Check out our Sturgeon page to learn more.

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Our Amazing Fishing Guide Reviews

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   Kimberly Kempton 
 March 28, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I usually fish with Reel Time on the Clearwater River for steelhead.  But this time I fished with them in Baja California.  We started in Magdelena Bay for two days then to Loreto for three days.  Fishing in Mag Bay we caught so many different species of fish and fished in the Pacific and the mangroves in the bay. In Loreto we did two days fishing for yellow tail and one day bottom fishing.   Once again we caught so many species of fish.  We took our fresh catch to the hotel restaurant and had fresh sashimi and ceviche. It was epic.  For your next planned fishing adventure I would suggest Reel Time.  We saw whales and dolphins as well.
  
 
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   Ed Chaney 
 March 17, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Reel Time Fishing is a great operation. Plenty of communication ahead of time to make sure everything goes smoothly on arrival, including help with selecting a place to stay. Their boats are roomy and super comfortable. Bryce Wyatt was our guide. We had success fishing for steelhead in the Clearwater near Orofino and the Grande Ronde in the middle of nowhere. Great scenery and great fishing. Bryce worked his tail off for us. I can't say enough about his work ethic. We are going back next year.
  
 
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   Steve Wharton 
 January 26, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Vern and Nick worked hard to get us into fish. And they/we were very successful. I brought my two grandsons (ages 7 and 9) and they had a blast! Thanks again for a great day.
  
 
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   Casey Charbonneau 
 January 21, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We went steelhead and sturgeon fishing in Idaho/Washington with Reel Time Fishing and had an absolutely amazing experience. I especially want to single out Bryce Wyatt — he truly made the trip unforgettable. Bryce was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about what he does. He worked nonstop to put us on fish, made sure everyone felt comfortable, and was always willing to help, teach, and answer questions. On top of that, he was just an awesome person to spend the day with — professional, friendly, and fun. If you’re thinking about booking with Reel Time Fishing, ask for Bryce Wyatt. You won’t regret it. We can’t wait to come back and fish with him again!
  
 
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   Andrew Huber 
 January 19, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Gabe is an awesome guide! He worked hard and got us on the fish. My 12 year old son was able to catch his first steelhead and we caught lots of whitefish. I would definitely book another trip in the future.
  
 
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   mconcrete11 mconcrete11 
 November 25, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great day, best ever. Limited out last hour. Travis, and Kyle are great guides.
  
 
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   Rick Pasta 
 October 24, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Gabe was a very professional and very easy going guide our experience was fantastic. We hooked -20 fish landing 12 steelhead on our trip. I will book with real fishing very soon.
  
 
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   Ruby Collins 
 October 16, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had the BEST experience. I went out on Ole Ole and the captain Pepe did an amazing job! The boat brought in 5 species of fish! I was lucky to land a Striped Marlin! A beautiful boat with a great crew! Another person caught a Dorado! Thank you all for a great time! It was "Kiss and Release" This was in Cabo! Ruby October 14, 2025.. My second fishing trip with Captain Pepe and his crew Armando and Luis. The "Tres Amigas", Ruby, Jennifer, and Florence fished for  two days. The first day all three of us hooked up with a Marlin at the same time. We caught and released 5 Stripped Marlin and we each caught and brought home a Dorado. Reel Time Fishing is the best charter in Cabo  I look forward to going back in February! Here are a few photos of our awesome fishing trip!!
  
 
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   Skyler Chesnut 
 October 12, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Awesome trip today on the Clearwater near Lewiston with guides Vern and Nick. Highly recommend!

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Frequently Asked Questions about our fishing trips

HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN I BRING ON MY TRIP?

The legal max boatload is six anglers, but with six full time guides available we are able to accommodate large groups of more than six people.

IS LUNCH/DRINKS PROVIDED ON MY TRIPS?

Lunch and drinks ARE NOT provided on any of our fishing trips anymore.

HOW MANY HOURS ARE WE ON THE WATER?

Look forward to at least 8 hours of fishing unless you book a half day trip, then look forward to 4 hours of fishing

DO YOU PROVIDE ALL THE GEAR WE NEED TO FISH?

Yes, each guide is fully equipped with top-notch rods, reels and bait to ensure success on your trip.

DO I NEED TO PRE-PAY OR PLACE A DEPOSIT DOWN TO HOLD MY SPOT?

We require a 50% deposit at the time of booking, final payment must be made in full 10 days prior to your trip. We do not offer refunds for cancellations or head-count changes made inside 10 days of your trip.

DO YOU CLEAN AND FILLET OUR CATCH?

Yes, all of our guides will clean and fillet your catch unless otherwise specified.