What's Biting in Port Lions Right Now
Coho Salmon
ExcellentVarious
Lingcod
ExcellentVarious
Halibut
Excellentsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Drift Fishing
Rockfish
ExcellentVarious
Dolly Varden
ExcellentVarious
Steelhead
GoodVarious
Pacific Cod
Goodsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Jigging, Trolling
What to Bring
Check with Port Lions 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.

