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
Lingcod
GoodVarious
Rockfish
GoodVarious
Steelhead
GoodVarious
Halibut
Fairsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Drift Fishing
Sockeye Salmon
FairVarious
Pink Salmon
FairVarious
Dolly Varden
FairVarious
Chum Salmon
FairVarious
Coho 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

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.