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Sterling, AK Fishing Trip — August

Your Sterling, AK Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 66°F / Low 50°F3.1" rain · 13 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in August

7 species
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various
Dolly VardenGood
Dolly Varden
Various
HalibutGood
Halibut
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
LingcodGood
Lingcod
Various
RockfishGood
Rockfish
Various
Pacific CodFair
Pacific Cod
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
SteelheadFair
Steelhead
Various

August Weather in Sterling

66°F
Avg High
50°F
Avg Low
3.1"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

12 Guides Matched

Kenai River Cowboys - Kenai River Cowboys
Kenai River Cowboys

Kenai River Cowboys

5(114)Top Rated

Get In Touch With Us

Sterling, Alaska
Alaska Fish Catcher Lodge - Alaska Fish Catcher Lodge
Alaska Fish Catcher Lodge

Alaska Fish Catcher Lodge

4.8(92)Top Rated

Alaska Fish Catcher Lodge is a premier Kenai salmon fishing experience on both the Kenai and Kasilof River in the heart of the Kenai Peninsula.

Salmon
Sterling, Alaska
DRIFTING ON THE FLY, LLC - DRIFTING ON THE FLY, LLC
DRIFTING ON THE FLY, LLC

DRIFTING ON THE FLY, LLC

5(67)Top Rated

Drifting on the fly is a Kenai river fly fishing guide service guiding anglers for rainbow trout & salmon throughout the Kenai Peninsula and Alaska since 02

Rainbow TroutSalmonSpeckled Trout
Sterling, Alaska
Peninsula Sportfishing - Peninsula Sportfishing
Peninsula Sportfishing

Peninsula Sportfishing

5(60)Top Rated

Experience Alaska Salmon/ Trout fishing at its best! Guided by local fishing expert Jared Lindquist on the World Renowned Kenai and Kasilof Rivers. Unique fishing trips in the heart of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula. Come join Peninsula Sportfishing on our beautifully built boats packaged with the best gear available!

Sterling, Alaska
Lost Boys Fishing LLC - Lost Boys Fishing LLC
Lost Boys Fishing LLC

Lost Boys Fishing LLC

5(30)Top Rated

Bringing you the best guided fishing experience on the Kenai River and Kasilof River south of Anchorage, Alaska. Providing guided Salmon Fishing and guided Trout Fishing in the Last Frontier.

SalmonSpeckled Trout
Sterling, Alaska
Big Sky Charter & Fish Camp - Big Sky Charter & Fish Camp
Big Sky Charter & Fish Camp

Big Sky Charter & Fish Camp

4.9(29)Top Rated
Sterling, Alaska
Chugach Backcountry Fishing - Chugach Backcountry Fishing
Chugach Backcountry Fishing

Chugach Backcountry Fishing

5(22)Top Rated

Professional fishing charter service in Sterling, Alaska. Contact us to book your next fishing adventure!

Sterling, Alaska
Bill White's Alaska Sports Lodge - Bill White's Alaska Sports Lodge
Bill White's Alaska Sports Lodge

Bill White's Alaska Sports Lodge

5(18)Top Rated

Professional fishing charter service in Sterling, Alaska. Contact us to book your next fishing adventure!

Sterling, Alaska
Wet & Wild Kenai Fishing Guides - Wet & Wild Kenai Fishing Guides
Wet & Wild Kenai Fishing Guides

Wet & Wild Kenai Fishing Guides

4.7(14)Top Rated

Contact our Alaska Salmon fishing guides at Wet & Wild Alaska to possibly catch the next world record King Salmon on the Kenai River!

Salmon
Sterling, Alaska
Kenai Salmon Fishing - Kenai Salmon Fishing
Kenai Salmon Fishing

Kenai Salmon Fishing

5(7)Top Rated

Kenai river Fishing, Charters ,Sport fishing. Kasilof river fishing. Kenai peninsula Fishing.

freshwater
Sterling, Alaska
Fish The Kenai - Fish The Kenai
Fish The Kenai

Fish The Kenai

5(3)Top Rated

Professional fishing charter service in Sterling, Alaska. Contact us to book your next fishing adventure!

Sterling, Alaska
Alaska Fin Chasers - Alaska Fin Chasers
Alaska Fin Chasers

Alaska Fin Chasers

Sterling, Alaska

inshore
Sterling, 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

Pacific Cod

saltwater
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

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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 freshwater / inshore 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

Coho Salmon
Season:Varies by area
Bag Limit:Varies by area
Size Limit:No size limit

Regulations vary significantly by location and time of year. Consult the Alaska Department of Fish and Game regulations booklet for specific details.

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.

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