Deep water Lingcod w/Rock Fish
Bottom fishing, in deep waters, which yields larger Rockfish and larger Lingcod. These trips are more enjoyable if you have some experience with a regular near shore bottom fishing trip. This season is open for a period of time in June and also offered in the month of September. This fishery targets 7 Rockfish and 2 Lingcod. Rockfish can weigh between 3 and 8 pounds, with Lingcod coming in at 10 to 40+ pounds. It’s not uncommon to catch Canary, Yellowtail and Bocaccio Rockfish while on these excursions. These trips are longer than our near shore bottom fishing trips. Be prepared to put in some work.
Season and timing
This deep program has a much tighter window than the standard bottom fishery.
- Open June 1–15
- Open again September 1–15
Because the calendar is so limited with our Westport lingcod fishing, a lot of crews plan their whole Westport schedule - mixing in a day of halibut or a summer salmon run -around these dates. Locking in spots early is smart if this trip style is a priority.
Target species and limits
The focus is the same mix you see on shallow trips, but the deeper water changes the average size and overall feel of the day.
- Daily goal: 7 rockfish and 2 lingcod
- Rockfish here often run in the 3 to 8 pound class
- Many of the toothy ones go 10 to 40+ pounds
- Bag limit: 7 rockfish and 2 lingcod
Bright, orange‑gold canary rockfish show up on these structure drifts from time to time, adding some color to the lineup. If you like the action and variety of the regular bottom program but want a shot at heavier grades, this is where you go.
What the day looks like
Check-in
Check in at 4:00 AM, load up, and get a quick rundown on the plan
Leave the dock
Leave the dock at 4:30 AM and make the longer run out to deep contours
Drop gear
Drop heavy gear in 500‑plus feet and start working targeted pieces of structure
Multiple drifts
Make multiple drifts over reefs, rock piles, and breaks to build limits
Back to the marina
Head back toward Westport once the program is finished and everyone’s arms are feeling it
The depth and gear mean fewer casual drops and more intentional fishing. Expect to stay engaged and active throughout the day.
Other Trips We Offer
Bottom Fishing
Steady action over productive coastal structure targeting rockfish and lingcod. Perfect for beginners and families who want consistent bites and a cooler full of white-meat fillets.
Halibut Fishing
An 11-hour deep-water offshore run targeting powerful Pacific halibut. Limited-season, high-demand fishing for anglers ready for a serious Westport challenge.
Salmon Fishing
Classic Westport summer action chasing hard-running Chinook and Coho. A full 10-hour offshore day built around strong fights and premium salmon fillets.
Deep Water Lingcod
A 12-hour, limited-season run into 500+ feet targeting heavier-grade lingcod and rockfish. Designed for anglers ready to level up from standard bottom fishing.
Albacore Tuna
The bucket-list offshore trip runs 35–70 miles to blue water. Fast-paced, high-energy tuna fishing with some of the hardest fights on the Washington coast.
Salmon & Rockfish Combo
Two fisheries in one 11-hour charter — rockfish first, salmon second. Ideal for anglers who want maximum variety in a single Westport fishing trip.
Deep Water Lingcod Fishing Charter in Westport, WA
Book your deep water Lingcod & Rockfish fishing today!
Our Deep Water Lingcod Fishing Charter pushes beyond standard bottom fishing trips into 500+ feet of water off the Washington coast. This 12-hour offshore run targets heavier-grade lingcod and rockfish, giving experienced anglers a shot at larger fish and a more technical deep-water experience.
Operating during limited windows (June 1-15 and September 1–15), this trip is built for anglers ready for longer runs, heavier gear, and serious structure fishing.