Sitka, AK Fishing Trip — May

Your Sitka, AK Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 48°F / Low 39°F14.3" rain · 29 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in May

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

May Weather in Sitka

48°F
Avg High
39°F
Avg Low
14.3"
Rainfall
29
Rainy Days

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

29 Guides Matched

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$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.

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

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.

Pacific Cod
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific area regulations for closures or gear restrictions. Regulations may vary by area and time of year.

Steelhead
Season:Varies by location and time of year
Bag Limit:Varies by location
Size Limit:Varies by location

Steelhead regulations are highly variable and often include seasonal closures and specific gear restrictions. Check the specific regulations for the area you plan to fish.

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