Sandy River Guide Service Customer Reviews

Name: Sandy River Guide Service
Brand: Sandy River Guide Service
Rating: 5 (16 reviews)

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Ryan J

November 10, 2025

Trip - on November 10, 2025

I had an amazing time fishing with Captain Barry. He was extremely knowledgeable and knew exactly where to find the fish.

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Cameron T

October 27, 2025

Trip - on October 27, 2025

I went out with Barry at the end of October and had a fantastic time! He was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and patient. He brought along his friend Jeff, who was also great and helped make the trip even more enjoyable. I caught two keeper jack salmon, and Barry happily filleted them for me. I’m definitely planning to bring my wife next time we’re in the area. 10/10!

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Donald H

October 26, 2025

Trip - on October 26, 2025

My daughter lost a large salmon on our last trip and was eager for her “revenge” fish. Barry recorded the entire 6-minute fight, and we got some amazing photos before releasing the wild Chinook so it could spawn. What a great trip!

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Craig F

October 22, 2025

Trip - on October 22, 2025

Between me and another angler, we caught 10 fish on the trip. Barry knows this river better than anyone—an incredible guide!

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Erin M

September 29, 2025

Trip - on September 29, 2025

Expert captain—highly knowledgeable and skilled on the water!

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Cheyenne C

September 27, 2025

Trip - on September 27, 2025

The trip was relaxing and fun. Barry was friendly, helpful with instruction, and showed us all the best fishing spots.

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Linda M

September 23, 2025

Trip - on September 23, 2025

Our experience with Capt. Barry was absolutely wonderful. He took two inexperienced women of a certain age and gave us a perfect day on the river. We were blessed with beautiful weather, a scenic river, and salmon jumping all around us. We took home more than just fish—we made lasting memories. Barry’s patience and kindness while teaching us to fish were exceptional. I’m already recommending his trips to friends!

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Daniel B

September 16, 2025

Trip - on September 16, 2025

He knows the Sandy River like the back of his hand and is one of the nicest guys you’ll meet. Everyone had a fun and memorable day on the water!

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Andrew D

September 6, 2025

Trip - on September 6, 2025

You know you have an exceptional guide when everyone else on the river knows him by name. Barry has the best spots and knows exactly how to fish them!

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Alex R

June 26, 2025

Trip - on June 26, 2025

Barry is an amazing guide—both a great instructor and a fun person to spend the day with. He made sure we had a fantastic trip, and we even landed a 20 lb Chinook along with a few other fish. I would definitely fish with Barry again!

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Chris F

June 19, 2025

Trip - on June 19, 2025

Capt. Barry knows salmon fishing and the river inside out. Fishing with him was an amazing experience—he taught my son and me so much, and we had an absolute blast. I’d recommend him to both seasoned anglers and complete beginners!

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Byron Long

June 18, 2025

Trip - on June 18, 2025

In my book, that’s two of the most important qualities—along with great communication.

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Customer Testimonials for Sandy River Guide Service

Discover why guests rave about Sandy River fishing trips with Guide Barry Buckland. Our drift boat adventures on the Sandy River consistently earn praise for expert guidance, family-friendly experiences, and memorable salmon and steelhead catches. Visitors appreciate the personalized attention, local river knowledge, and high-quality gear provided on every trip. Whether you’re a first-time angler or a seasoned pro, our guest reviews highlight how Sandy River Guide Service delivers safe, fun, and productive fishing outings near Portland, Oregon.

Our gallery of Sandy River guided fishing reviews, including family trips, summer steelhead excursions, and private drift boat adventures, shows the excitement and satisfaction of our clients. These testimonials reflect our commitment to making every outing enjoyable and successful. Join the growing list of happy anglers who trust Sandy River Guide Service for Oregon salmon fishing, Chinook and Coho trips, and unforgettable steelhead experiences. Book your trip today and see for yourself why our guests return season after season.