Seattle Pink Salmon Fishing Charters
Overview: Family-Friendly Humpy Fishing in Seattle
Every other summer, Puget Sound comes alive with Pink Salmon — known locally as Humpies. These are the most abundant salmon runs in Seattle, making them perfect for families, beginners, and anyone looking for fast-paced fishing action.
While Kings and Coho are powerful fighters, Humpies are known for big schools, lots of bites, and tons of fun. For kids or first-time anglers, there’s no better way to experience salmon fishing in the Pacific Northwest.
Seasonality & Peak Times
Pink Salmon runs happen in odd-numbered years (2025, 2027, etc.), with peak fishing in late July through early September.
- Huge Schools: Pinks return by the millions every other year, creating some of the most consistent action we see in Puget Sound.
- Summer Fun: Trips line up perfectly with Seattle’s best weather — warm mornings and long summer days.
- Bonus Limits: During Pink years, anglers often get increased daily limits (check our seasons page for current regulations).
If you’re visiting Seattle during an odd summer, Pink Salmon charters are a can’t-miss experience.
How We Fish for Pinks
Catching Pinks is all about keeping it simple and fun.
- Light Tackle Fishing – Smaller gear makes every fish feel exciting, especially for kids.
- Trolling & Casting – Schools are often thick enough that you’ll hook up quickly.
- Hands-On Action – Perfect for beginners; you’ll feel the bite and reel in your own fish start to finish.
The goal is steady action and plenty of smiles — these are the trips where everyone gets to reel in fish.
Scenery & Wildlife on Your Trip
Even though Pinks are the main attraction, your charter delivers much more than fishing. While out on Puget Sound you might spot:
- Orcas, seals, and porpoises playing in the same waters
- Bald eagles swooping over baitfish schools
- The Seattle skyline and Olympic Mountains as your backdrop
It’s an adventure that blends the fun of reeling in salmon with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
Trip Details
Your Seattle Pink Salmon charter with Fish Finders includes:
- Departures: Daily from Shilshole Bay Marina in Ballard — 10 minutes from downtown Seattle
- Trip Length: 4-hour or 6-hour charters
- Group Size: Shared trips (3–5 anglers) or private groups up to 6
- What’s Included: Rods, reels, bait, tackle, fish cleaning, and bags (licenses available on board)
- Captains: Local guides with decades of Puget Sound experience
Pinks are ideal for kids and first-timers, and they make a great “family salmon trip” that’s all about action and memories.
Guided by Seattle’s Most Welcoming Captains
At Fish Finders Private Charters, we know that Pink Salmon trips are often a family’s first taste of Seattle fishing. That’s why we make them relaxed, fun, and packed with learning moments.
- Family-Friendly Focus: Kids and first-timers love Humpies because the action is steady and the fish are easy to handle.
- Patient, Local Guides: Our captains — Seattle natives with decades of Puget Sound experience — are as good at teaching as they are at catching.
- Personalized Trips: With small-group charters (usually 3–5 anglers on shared trips), everyone gets plenty of time at the rod.
- Memory-Making Moments: From kids reeling in their first salmon to families posing with a cooler full of fish, these are the trips you’ll talk about long after summer ends.