Plan a Fishing Trip to Sitka, AK

29 guidesBest months: May, June, July, August

What's Biting in Sitka Right Now

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

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

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Prepare for Your Trip

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Things to Do in Sitka

Activities for your non-fishing days

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.