Northwest Fishing Charters, run by Captain Rich Olson, offers salmon fishing charters out of Edmonds, Washington aboard the boat “The Doghouse,” a 28-foot Uniflite Salty Dog. Just 15 minutes north of downtown Seattle with free parking, the business gives Edmonds an accessible, straightforward Puget Sound fishing option.
Captain Rich grew up fishing Puget Sound and brings more than 40 years of experience to every trip, offering hands-on instruction and coaching for both first-time anglers learning controlled depth fishing and experienced fishermen looking to improve their results. Trips target salmon and flounder depending on the season, with Chinook, Coho, and Pink salmon runs bringing consistent action, including memorable Pink salmon years when the boat nets multiple fish in quick succession. The Doghouse is powered by twin Suzuki 250 HP engines with a kicker motor for trolling, giving plenty of power to move between fishing spots while comfortably fitting up to six anglers.
Northwest Fishing Charters publishes its full pricing rather than requiring a call for quotes, aiming for straightforward transparency. Trips run $300 per person with a three-person minimum, priced at $900 for one to three people, $1,200 for four, $1,500 for five, or $1,800 for six, with a private charter option for four or fewer people at $1,300. Every trip runs six hours, or three hours for an afternoon option, unless the group reaches its catch limit early. A $100 per-person deposit secures a booking, and fishing licenses are available on board for $12 each.
Captain Rich is USCG licensed, insured, and permitted to operate as a Washington State salmon charter, with top-of-the-line rods, reels, and state-of-the-art electronics and downriggers to keep trips efficient. Beyond fishing, Northwest Fishing Charters also offers sea burial services on Puget Sound.
For anglers looking for a transparent, well-priced Puget Sound salmon charter with a highly experienced local captain, Northwest Fishing Charters offers a straightforward, six-person Edmonds-based fishing operation.
