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Pilot Point, AK Fishing Trip — May

Your Pilot Point, AK Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 47°F / Low 37°F3.2" rain · 14 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in May

7 species
Dolly VardenExcellent
Dolly Varden
Various
HalibutExcellent
Halibut
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
LingcodExcellent
Lingcod
Various
RockfishExcellent
Rockfish
Various
SteelheadExcellent
Steelhead
Various
Pacific CodExcellent
Pacific Cod
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various

May Weather in Pilot Point

47°F
Avg High
37°F
Avg Low
3.2"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

7 Guides Near Pilot Point

No guides are based in Pilot Point, but these guides operate nearby.

Katmai Trophy Lodge - Katmai Trophy Lodge
Katmai Trophy Lodge

Katmai Trophy Lodge

4.8(21)Top Rated

Katmai Trophy Lodge is a full-service fishing lodge in Bristol Bay, just two miles from Katmai National Park.

inshore
King Salmon, Alaska
Nushagak River Adventures Lodge - Nushagak River Adventures Lodge
Nushagak River Adventures Lodge

Nushagak River Adventures Lodge

5(16)Top Rated

Nushagak River in Alaska's Bristol Bay hosts the largest wild king run on earth plus it's slammed with coho. Great lodge, guides and cuisine.

Dillingham, Alaska
Rapids Camp Lodge - Rapids Camp Lodge
Rapids Camp Lodge

Rapids Camp Lodge

4.8(20)Top Rated
King Salmon, Alaska
Branch River Air Service - Branch River Air Service
Branch River Air Service

Branch River Air Service

4.6(20)Top Rated
freshwater
King Salmon, Alaska
Katmai Fishing Guides - Katmai Fishing Guides
Katmai Fishing Guides

Katmai Fishing Guides

5(12)Top Rated

Affordable Alaska fishing trips based out of King Salmon Alaska, Gateway to Katmai National Park home to Brooks Falls. Fish for Salmon in Katmai National park with an experienced guide. We fish the mighty Naknek river as well as accommodate Fly outs thru out Bristol Bay.

Salmon
King Salmon, Alaska
Alaska Kingfishers - Alaska Kingfishers
Alaska Kingfishers

Alaska Kingfishers

5(6)Top Rated

Alaska Kingfishers is an Alaska fishing camp on the shores of the Nushagak River, a haven for King Salmon with one of the largest runs of Kings in Alaska.

Salmon
Dillingham, Alaska
King Guiding Services - King Guiding Services
King Guiding Services

King Guiding Services

King Salmon, Alaska

Here at King guiding offer one of a kind Alaska hunting, fishing, and gudied tours in remote Alaska. For Brown Bear and Moose.

inshore
King Salmon, Alaska
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Coho Salmon

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Dolly Varden

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Halibut

saltwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Lingcod

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

What to Bring

Check with your guide 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 / freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • Light rain jacket

Alaska Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$29
Non-Resident$145
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. King salmon stamp required additionally.

Buy License Online — Alaska

Species Regulations

Dolly Varden
Season:Year-round, but varies by location
Bag Limit:Varies by location
Size Limit:Varies by location

Regulations for Dolly Varden can differ significantly between drainages, so always consult the specific area regulations.

Halibut
Season:Varies by area
Bag Limit:Varies by area
Size Limit:Varies by area

Regulations vary significantly by area, including slot limits and closures. Check the current ADF&G regulations for the specific area you plan to fish.

Lingcod
Season:Varies by area
Bag Limit:Varies by area
Size Limit:Varies by area

Lingcod regulations are complex and vary widely by location. Consult the ADF&G sport fishing regulations for the specific area.

Rockfish
Season:Varies by area and species
Bag Limit:Varies by area and species
Size Limit:Varies by area and species

Rockfish regulations are complex and vary greatly by management area and species. Retention of some rockfish species may be prohibited in certain areas.

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