Plan a Fishing Trip to Soldotna, AK

43 guidesBest months: April, May, June, July

What's Biting in Soldotna Right Now

Pacific Cod
Excellentsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Jigging, Trolling
Lingcod
GoodVarious
Rockfish
GoodVarious
Steelhead
GoodVarious
Coho Salmon
FairVarious
Dolly Varden
FairVarious
Halibut
Fairsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Drift Fishing

What to Bring

Check with Soldotna 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 freshwater / inshore Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • 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.