Plan a Fishing Trip to Thorne Bay, AK

4 guidesBest months: April, May, June, July

What's Biting in Thorne Bay Right Now

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

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

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Prepare for Your Trip

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Things to Do in Thorne Bay

Activities for your non-fishing days

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.