Fully licensed with decades of experience and years assisting NOAA and National Marine Fisheries on research projects in Puget Sound. Captain Steven Kesling is a true saltwater fishing expert that provides an unmatched and informative Seattle charter fishing experience.

Captain Steve Kesling

  • USCG 100 ton Master License
  • CPR and First Aid Certified
  • Sport Fishing Advisor to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife for 14 years.
  • Operating Seattle Fishing Charters since 2000.

Born in Vancouver Washington and raised on Puget Sound Capt. Steve got his first boat for his 12th birthday. “It was the best gift I could have gotten”. His younger years were divided between the island of Kauai and Seattle. Steven has fished his whole life.  A former Alaskan fishing guide Steven has a wide range of experience in both fresh and salt water all over Washington State, Alaska, the Great Lakes and Hawaii.

“Fishfull Thinking II” for long range offshore pilot house with full marine head and flushing toilet.

Enjoy your Seattle fishing charter on beautiful Puget Sound.

Real Customer Testimonials

Great day!  The boat was clean and well maintained.  Captain Steve was prompt and prepared.  He put us on fish…read more→

Nancy P. Bothell, WA
Rating : 10

I'm a little late in writing this review but nevertheless,,,Captain Steve was great! I booked a trip for 5 of…read more→

Tom V. Federal Way, WA
Rating : 10

We had an awesome time with Captain Steve. He thourghly explained everything we would be doing and where we were…read more→

Jake H. Janesville WI
Rating : 10

Great Experience!  Excellent service and communication with Captain Steve.  Had a great time, caught numerous fish, and even more unexpected…read more→

Timothy D. Lilbourn MO
Rating : 10

Amazing captian made it an amazing adventure. My first charter and I would go again in a heartbeat. Had so…read more→

Amanda P. Seattle, WA
Rating : 10

Amazing day we just had!!!  Craig took my 7 year old and I out and we caught over 15 fish,…read more→

Kathryn J. Wyoming, MN
Rating : 10

The 4 of us had a BLAST Fishing and Crabbing with the expert guidance of Captain Steve K.. His quiet…read more→

Jim N.
Rating : 10

Had an awesome time with Capt. Craig! Salmon, flounder, and crab plus the captain was very knowledgeable about other local…read more→

Adam S. - Worcester MA
Rating : 10

I can't say enough about how amazing this trip was.  Captain Steve got us onto the fish early and often,…read more→

Peter T - Arlington MA
Rating : 10
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