Feeling down due to the dreary November weather? Join me for a crabbing adventure along the Oregon coastline. It’s an excellent activity to unwind and enjoy the outdoors. Crabbing offers a delightful challenge suitable for all ages and skill levels. Spend a day out on the water, and with some luck, you might just end the day with a bucket full of fresh Dungeness crabs for a sumptuous dinner.
A picture of a Dungeness crab caught Crabbing on the Oregon Coast in the Astoria, Oregon, area.
Crabbing is a popular pastime on the Oregon coast, and the state is known for its Dungeness crab. You’ll need to bring your Oregon shellfish license and a sense of adventure to join the fun. Marvin’s Guide Service offers guided crabbing trips that will take you to the best spots to find crabs. Guests aboard the 27-foot Alumaweld Intruder will enjoy a comfortable ride in a covered, heated cabin, and will remain dry and warm even if the weather turns stormy.
With over 30 years of experience, I’m familiar with hidden locations brimming with sizable catches, some weighing over 2 pounds. Oregon’s Dungeness crab fishery is rated as a ‘best choice’ for sustainable seafood by Seafood Watch, so you can harvest the daily limit of 12 crabs per fisherman without remorse. Generally, a quarter of a crab’s weight is edible meat, allowing clients to savor up to 6 pounds of cleaned and cooked crab at home.
What is the Oregon crabbing dates?
Crabbing along the Oregon coast is available year-round in estuaries, beaches, tide pools, piers, and jetties. However, our excursions are scheduled for November and early December near Astoria, Oregon.
How many crabs can I keep in Oregon?
Under current Oregon regulations, each person is allowed to catch up to 12 male crabs, provided they are at least 5 ¾ inches in size. Typically, we manage to reach the full legal limit for each individual on the boat.
What about crab cooking?
You have the option to take them home and prepare them yourself, or you can utilize the ocean-side facility for a small fee per crab. Whether you need them packed on ice or prepared for air shipment, we can accommodate your needs.
How much does it cost for a guided crabbing trip on the Oregon coast?
We need four people to go out in the boat, and the cost is $135 per person. The total cost is $540 for the day. If you’re alone, that’s the same price as if you’re with friends. So, make it a party! If you don’t have enough people to go, you can ask me to put you on a list. I’ll call you when we don’t have a full boat.
What Else?
In addition to the famous Buoy 10 salmon fishing and crabbing, the area of Astoria, Oregon, is a wonderful town for the whole family to visit. One of my favorite sites includes the Astoria Column. Also, Lewis & Clark’s Fort Clatsop, the Columbia River Maritime Museum, and the Astoria-Megler Bridge are great stops. Don’t forget the Goonies House and the terrific restaurants and bars along the river.
Seize this chance to register your friends and family for a crabbing adventure targeting Oregon’s renowned Dungeness crabs with Marvin’s Guide Service. Availability for trip dates and seats is limited, so contact Marvin at 503.314.5087 now, or complete the form below to ask about rates and secure your booking. Don’t forget to check out Marvin’s crabbing expedition on the TV show “More Good Day Oregon” in the link above.
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Maybe you want to stay the night before crabbing Here’s a small list of hotels I put together in and around Astoria, Oregon.
Also, here is a list of Restaurants I like in the Astoria and Hammond, Oregon area.
Check out this list of some of my favorite activities in and around Astoria by reading here.
