Welcome to Ketchikan! The, “Salmon Capital of the World.” Ketchikan fishing charters for salmon and halibut. Visitors to Ketchikan during the summer season can expect to catch all five types of wild Pacific salmon. Salmon season begins June 1 and runs through September. Fishing for salmon in Ketchikan enjoys calm scenic waters with lots of wildlife viewing. In addition, halibut fishing in Ketchikan will have your group reeling in deep sea halibut from 200-300 feet of water. We’ll break down the best fishing charters in Ketchikan.
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Salmon Fishing Charters In Ketchikan
Salmon fishing charters in Ketchikan is by far the most popular trip choice for visitors looking to fish on their Alaska cruise. This is because Ketchikan is widely known as the best salmon fishing on an Alaskan cruise. Furthermore, salmon fishing in Ketchikan is great for all ages and experience levels. As a result families fishing in Ketchikan commonly book the half day salmon fishing excursion. Catch king salmon in June and silver salmon and pink salmon starting in July.
Halibut Fishing In Ketchikan
For anglers looking for deep sea fishing opportunities in Ketchikan, look no further. The half day halibut fishing excursion offers the best halibut fishing on an Alaskan cruise. This is due in part to the rich waters that hold Pacific halibut along the Ketchikan coastline. Halibut fishing takes place on underwater seamounts ranging from 200-400 feet. But that’s not all you can expect to catch. Halibut, pacific cod, rockfish and sharks make up the species caught while fishing for halibut in Alaska.
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Salmon And Halibut Fishing Private Charters
This combination Ketchikan salmon and halibut fishing charter has it all. Firstly, the five hour salmon and halibut combo fishing charter gives you the best of both worlds. Why choose one species on your visit to Alaska when you can have them both. That’s why the combination fishing charter is the most popular trip for seasoned anglers. The best fishing excursion in Ketchikan for families who enjoy the outdoors.
Halibut Fishing
Typically, on the combination fishing charter we target halibut with bottom fishing techniques. Using halibut fishing rigs to entice these bottom dwellers off the seafloor. Prepare your reeling arms because this experience will have your group prying Alaskan halibut to the surface. Not to mention, halibut makes for a great dining experience with succulent white meat.
Salmon Fishing
Salmon fishing takes place immediately following the halibut fishing. Resulting in changing over tactics to trolling for Alaskan salmon. This procedure takes place by switching out the halibut fishing rigs for salmon fishing tackle. Longer, more flexible rods are enacted with combination lures composed of spoons and artificial squids. Get ready for fast action as anglers are required to watch their rods intimately waiting for a strike. Salmon fishing is great for all ages and families.
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Crab Tour In Ketchikan
Want something different from all the other excursions? How about a complete experience that includes crabbing, wildlife viewing and fishing? That’s exactly what we provide with the Ketchikan Crab Tour. This tour will have you immersed in the old time tradition of Alaska. Imagine setting your very own crab pot in Alaska! Followed by fishing and wildlife viewing along the picturesque Alaskan coastline. Take pictures holding your Alaska catch with the bounty of crabs and fish. Not to mention, wildlife viewing and eagle viewing is included.
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