Plan a Fishing Trip to Thorne Bay, AK

4 guidesBest months: April, May, June, July

What's Biting in Thorne Bay Right Now

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

What to Bring

Check with Thorne Bay 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 Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

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.