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With its awe inspiring mountains to the tranquility of the Rogue River, Agness is located in the majestic Siskiyou National Forest. The community is located 32 miles east of Gold Beach, Oregon.

 

If you are looking for a salmon or steelhead fishing adventure, then look no further! John Carl Guide Service tailors your guided fishing trips for the beginners and the experienced. Secret fishing holes from Gold Beach, up river along the lower Rogue River for 32 miles to Agness and another 22 miles upstream to Blossom Bar.

 

Whitewater trips are available too and adjusted for your wants and needs. You can decide the length of your trip, as well as the excitement level. Enjoy a river adventure that is slow and relaxing with narrated highlights, or for the more adventurous, a fun and exciting boat ride with lots of white water exposure. All in the comfort of a covered and heated boat designed for pleasant winter travel.

Fishing:

Blossom Bar thru Agness to Gold Beach!


For Guided fishing trips, there is no need to bring your own fishing gear – of course there is the exception of your lucky hat! Top quality rods and reels are provided for you. At the end of the day, John Carl Guide Service wants you to enjoy your time with us. After you have landed the big one, we will clean and fillet your catch!


Scenic

Beautiful areas from Blossom Bar to the Oregon Coast!


The majestic Siskiyou National Forest with awe inspiring mountains and the tranquility of the lower Rogue River is your backdrop. Winter and spring river tours feature wildlife, excitement, and an abundance of scenic waterfalls, that you would not see in the summer months which are nestled along the wild and scenic lower section of the Rogue River.

Custom

Build Your Own Adventure


There are many trails along the lower Rogue River and you may want to get away and do your own thing. The lower Rogue River region offers activities like fishing, camping, hunting, hiking, or just relaxing your time at one of the local lodges. Just let us know what your plan is and our livery and shuttle service can conveniently get you and your supplies your destination.

About John

John Carl’s family roots run deep in Agness, Oregon. His family, the Blondells, moved there in 1917 and were well known for their passion about fishing on the lower Rogue River.

 

They knew where great fishing holes were located and shared these “secret spots” with friends and family.

 

Years later, John’s grandfather, Hugh McGinnis, became the first official fishing guide in the family which launched a family tradition of fishing guides and tour boat captains. Ever since John was old enough to hold a fishing pole, he visited his family in Agness every chance he had and learned the fishing secrets about this section of the lower Rogue River. Following his family tradition, John has lived in Agness for 25+ years and loves to help people catch fish!


There are a limited amount of guides permitted to fish the “wild and Scenic” portion of the Rogue River, and people say, John is one of the favorites!

John Carl’s family roots run deep in Agness, Oregon. His family, the Blondells, moved there in 1917 and were well known for their passion about fishing on the lower Rogue River.

 

They knew where great fishing holes were located and shared these “secret spots” with friends and family.

 

Years later, John’s grandfather, Hugh McGinnis, became the first official fishing guide in the family which launched a family tradition of fishing guides and tour boat captains. Ever since John was old enough to hold a fishing pole, he visited his family in Agness every chance he had and learned the fishing secrets about this section of the lower Rogue River. Following his family tradition, John has lived in Agness for 25+ years and loves to help people catch fish!

There are a limited amount of guides permitted to fish the “wild and Scenic” portion of the Rogue River, and people say, John is one of the favorites!

John is an accomplished captain. His qualifications not only include a lifetime experience of fishing and boating on the Rogue River, he is accredited with the following credentials:

• U.S. Coast Guard Licensed

• State Marine Board Licensed

• U.S. Forest Service Permitted

• First Aid and CPR Certified


During the summer months, John is employed by Jerry’s Rogue Jets in Gold Beach as a tour boat captain. Over the 25+ years on the Rogue River, John has talked to a lot of people about their experiences on the lower Rogue, and shares the likes and highlights of stories told by his customers, offering you a truly satisfying adventure on the river.

 

John also has experience as a fishing guide in Alaska. He worked as a guide for 5 years at the Baran of Wilderness Lodge catching Halibut and all species of Salmon.

 

If you are interested in a great Alaskan fishing experience, John knows the place, the rivers and can hook you up!


If you are all about fishing, then look no further. John Carl Guide Service will get you to the “spot” and the rest is how they say . . .“Fish On!”