Plan a Fishing Trip to Sitka, AK

29 guidesBest months: May, June, July, August

What's Biting in Sitka Right Now

Lingcod
ExcellentVarious
Rockfish
ExcellentVarious
Halibut
Excellentsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Drift Fishing
Sockeye Salmon
ExcellentVarious
Pink Salmon
ExcellentVarious
Dolly Varden
ExcellentVarious
Chum Salmon
ExcellentVarious
Coho Salmon
ExcellentVarious
Pacific Cod
Goodsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Jigging, Trolling
Steelhead
GoodVarious

What to Bring

Check with Sitka guides about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Alaska Fishing License

License: Sport fishing license

Largemouth Bass are not native to Alaska and are only found in a few stocked lakes, primarily in the Southeast region.