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Gustavus, AK Fishing Trip — April

Your Gustavus, AK Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 45°F / Low 36°F8.8" rain · 23 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in April

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
BluegillGood
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing

April Weather in Gustavus

45°F
Avg High
36°F
Avg Low
8.8"
Rainfall
23
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

6 Guides Matched

Alaskan Anglers Inn - Alaskan Anglers Inn
Alaskan Anglers Inn

Alaskan Anglers Inn

4.9(288)Top Rated

The Stoked On Fishing crew featured us on their channel. Watch all episodes here!

Gustavus, Alaska
Glacier Bay Country Inn - Glacier Bay Country Inn
Glacier Bay Country Inn

Glacier Bay Country Inn

4.9(85)Top Rated

Homey quarters in a casual property offering a cozy restaurant, a game room & a deck.

Gustavus, Alaska
NatVenture Tours - NatVenture Tours
NatVenture Tours

NatVenture Tours

5(31)Top Rated
Gustavus, Alaska
Fairweather Adventures at Glacier Bay - Fairweather Adventures at Glacier Bay
Fairweather Adventures at Glacier Bay

Fairweather Adventures at Glacier Bay

4.4(7)

Contact us about your Gustavus, Alaska Charter Fishing and Glacier Bay National Park adventure.

Gustavus, Alaska
Glacier Bay Sportfishing - Glacier Bay Sportfishing
Glacier Bay Sportfishing

Glacier Bay Sportfishing

4.3(6)

Providing individually tailored Alaska fishing charters for your fishing trip or vacation to suit the interests of fishermen of any and all skill levels.

inshore
Gustavus, Alaska
True North Sport Fishing - True North Sport Fishing
True North Sport Fishing

True North Sport Fishing

Gustavus, Alaska

True North Charters is a Gustavus Alaska fishing lodge that offers fishing for Salmon, Halibut and Lingcod in Gustavus, Alaska.

freshwaterSalmonLingcod
Gustavus, Alaska

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Bug spray
Rain gear
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
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Gustavus from ~$150/night
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Pickup in Gustavus

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Gustavus

Activities for your non-fishing days

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What's Biting By Month

Peak

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Channel Catfish

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Bluegill

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Alaska Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$29
Non-Resident$145
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. King salmon stamp required additionally.

Buy License Online — Alaska

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

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

Channel Catfish

Channel Catfish are not native to Alaska and are not commonly targeted. Regulations would likely fall under general statewide regulations for non-specified species in the area fished.

Bluegill

Bluegill are not native to Alaska and are unlikely to be found. Regulations would be highly unusual.

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