Sasquatch Sport Fishing is a family-owned, exclusively private fishing charter based in Edmonds, Washington, just minutes from downtown Seattle, led by Captain Derek, a licensed U.S. Coast Guard captain and Air Force veteran. Unlike charters that fill a boat with strangers, every Sasquatch trip is reserved entirely for the booking group, giving guests the whole 22-foot boat to themselves.
The boat comes equipped with covered space, ample seating, high-quality fishing rods, fish finders, and other equipment aimed at helping guests land prized Puget Sound salmon. Captain Derek’s lifelong experience fishing Pacific Northwest waters translates into a hands-on, personable trip, with guests frequently reporting catching their limit within a few hours and spotting wildlife like dolphins, orcas, and humpback whales along the way. He primarily trolls rather than moochs to cover more water and target active fish, typically running up to three lines at a time to keep the boat working efficiently.
Private morning charters run six hours, priced at $1,000 for three people or fewer, $1,200 for four, or $1,500 for five, while private afternoon charters run four hours at $900 for three people or fewer, $1,100 for four, or $1,400 for five. The boat is best suited for groups of four or fewer for the most comfortable experience, though up to six passengers can be accommodated in certain circumstances, particularly with children aboard. Specialty trips are also available, including a sunset cruise, an at-sea burial for scattering a loved one’s ashes, and an adventure photography expedition to capture Puget Sound’s scenery.
A $200 deposit secures a booking, with fishing licenses available on board for $15. At the end of the trip, Captain Derek fillets and bags the catch, and reviews consistently praise his enthusiasm, teaching style, and local knowledge of where fish are biting throughout the season.
For anglers looking for a fully private, family-run Puget Sound salmon charter with a highly reviewed local captain, Sasquatch Sport Fishing offers a personalized, small-group fishing experience out of Edmonds, Washington.
