Salmon, Tuna, & Halibut Fishing Charters (Boats + Building)

Prime Operating Location in Marina - Strong Demand for Services

Situated on Washington's southwest coast, just inside the Columbia River bar, the Port of Ilwaco offers a picturesque marina perfect for recreational boaters and commercial fishermen alike. It features year-round guest moorage, two small boat hoists, and two fuel docks. Additionally, the port is equipped with a 50-ton travel lift, a self-service/full-service work yard, and dry boat storage facilities.

Pacific Salmon Charters, Inc. stands out as one of the finest charter fleets on the coast, boasting the largest fleet in Ilwaco, fully equipped for all fishing excursions. The fleet includes the 50-foot Westwind (accommodating up to 18 passengers), the 43-foot Marr B III (up to 15 passengers), and the 40-foot Westward (up to 12 passengers), making it ideal for individuals, small groups, and larger parties.

Pacific Salmon Charters, Inc. takes pride in its dedication to the region's diverse fisheries, offering charters for salmon, sturgeon, halibut, tuna, and bottom fish. Additionally, they provide a variety of specialized services upon request, such as weddings, scenic and bird-watching tours, historical tours, and burials at sea.
The sale includes valuable real estate featuring a gift shop, office space, a small kitchen, a walk-in refrigerator, storage/shop space including area for fish filleting, a service offered to clients.

The current owners, a husband-and-wife team, have successfully operated Pacific Salmon Charters, Inc. as a family business since 1984. During the off-season, the business is managed by one owner, while the fishing season (May through September) sees an expanded team of three captains, deckhands, and part-time office staff, totaling up to ten employees during peak periods.

The $1,500,000 sale price is allocated between $1,250,000 for the business and $250,000 for the building. The building is located on a long term leased location.