Go Fish Charters Ketchikan 

5.0
(5 reviews)
 4871 North Tongass Highway, Ketchikan, AK 99901, United States–

Go Fish Charters Ketchikan 

Ketchikan, AK, United States
–
29 ft
6
5.0
(5 reviews)

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Book your next trip with Go Fish charters Ketchikan.

I have been charter fishing in Alaska for over 30 years and for over twenty years in Ketchikan. 

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard!
Snacks, soft drinks, bottled water and hot coffee are provided.

If you are arriving via a cruise ship, I offer hourly start times throughout the day.  Please select a start time in the hour after your ship docks.  For example, if your ship arrives at 7 am select the 8 am time. If you arrive early that's fine, I will be all ready to go!

Your vessel for the day is a 30' C-Hawk cuddy cabin vessel that can carry up to 6 passengers. It comes with downriggers, and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. Rods, reels, and tackle are included, along with lures.

Before coming aboard, you will need to buy an Alaska one day non resident fishing license for everyone in your group aged 16 years or older.

Your license can be purchased online from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game website. The cost of your license IS NOT included in the cost of your fishing trip

If you are halibut fishing, an Alaska halibut stamp is required for all fishing who are 18 years or older.  The cost is $20.  I issue the stamps aboard my boat and cost for the stamp IS NOT INCLUDED in the cost for the charter

The cost for halibut stamps will be added to your balance due at the end of your trip

Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat.

Book your next trip with Go Fish charters Ketchikan.

I have been charter fishing in Alaska for over 30 years and for over twenty years in Ketchikan. 

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard!
Snacks, soft drinks, bottled water and hot coffee are provided.

If you are arriving via a cruise ship, I offer hourly start times throughout the day.  Please select a start time in the hour after your ship docks.  For example, if your ship arrives at 7 am select the 8 am time. If you arrive early that's fine, I will be all ready to go!

Your vessel for the day is a 30' C-Hawk cuddy cabin vessel that can carry up to 6 passengers. It comes with downriggers, and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. Rods, reels, and tackle are included, along with lures.

Before coming aboard, you will need to buy an Alaska one day non resident fishing license for everyone in your group aged 16 years or older.

Your license can be purchased online from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game website. The cost of your license IS NOT included in the cost of your fishing trip

If you are halibut fishing, an Alaska halibut stamp is required for all fishing who are 18 years or older.  The cost is $20.  I issue the stamps aboard my boat and cost for the stamp IS NOT INCLUDED in the cost for the charter

The cost for halibut stamps will be added to your balance due at the end of your trip

Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat.

Joe Bowen
Captain
Joe Bowen
37 years of experience
responds within an hour

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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4 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing (7AM)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Sep 26
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)
Salmon (Sockeye)
Salmon (Pink)
+1
US $800
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Sep 26
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)
Salmon (Sockeye)
Salmon (Pink)
+1
US $800
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Trip – Halibut Fishing (6AM)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Sep 23
Cod
Halibut
Black Rockfish
US $900
Entire boat: up to 3 people
5 Hour Trip – Halibut Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Sep 23
Cod
Halibut
Black Rockfish
US $900
Entire boat: up to 3 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
5 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (5)

Reviews (5)

  • Richard Liebman
    Richard Liebman
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2019
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Caught Our Limit

    4 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing on June 8, 2025 • 4 adults

    Our family had a great time fishing with Joe. He kept us up to date on all trip details up to the point we arrived. Great boat, great equipment, and most of all great knowledge of where to catch the fish. We caught our limit of halibut and the let several more try again. We had a few other surprises like a nice Pacific cod, spiny rockfish and a spiny dogfish. On the way back we caught and released a small king salmon (jack). Joe showed us a great time, shared his knowledge, and was very patient.

  • Robert Remenapp
    Robert Remenapp
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome experience

    5 Hour Trip – Halibut Fishing - 11:00 AM on June 9, 2025 • 4 adults

    Joe was outstanding. We caught our limit of halibut, and a number of cod. He was knowledgeable and patient. His boat was comfortable but not fancy. Would definitely recommend him

  • John Baker
    John Baker
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience

    5 Hour Trip – Halibut Fishing on June 9, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Skipper Joe was awesome. Put us on the fish and did everything right to get them in the boat.

  • Scott Ford
    Scott Ford
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    catching 6 nice fish

    5 Hour Trip – Halibut Fishing on June 7, 2026 • 4 adults

    Great communication and would highly recommend!

  • Crystal Weirth
    Crystal Weirth
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Joe

    5 Hour Trip – Halibut Fishing on September 9, 2026 • 2 adults

FAQs about Go Fish Charters Ketchikan

Go Fish Charters Ketchikan offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $800 per group, additional US $225 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $225 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $225 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing - 10:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $225 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $225 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $225 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $225 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing (7AM) (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $315 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Halibut Fishing (6AM) (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $295 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Halibut Fishing (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $295 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Halibut Fishing - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $295 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Halibut Fishing - 10:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $295 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Halibut Fishing - 11:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $295 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Halibut Fishing - 12:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $295 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Halibut Fishing - 2:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $295 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Halibut Fishing - 7:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $295 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Halibut Fishing - 9:00 AM (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Go Fish Charters Ketchikan, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Go Fish Charters Ketchikan include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
Go Fish Charters Ketchikan offers the following type of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
Go Fish Charters Ketchikan offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with Go Fish Charters Ketchikan include:
  • Black Rockfish
  • Cod
  • Halibut
  • Lingcod
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Chum)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)
  • Salmon (Sockeye)

Your captain

Joe Bowen
Joe Bowen
Ketchikan, Alaska, United States
5 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2023
Capt. Joe Bowen is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Ketchikan, Alaska. Using trolling, jigging, and other techniques, you'll have a chance to catch Sockeye Salmon, Chinook Salmon and Lingcod. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Joe Bowen
Joe Bowen
5
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
Capt. Joe Bowen is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Ketchikan, Alaska. Using trolling, jigging, and other techniques, you'll have a chance to catch Sockeye Salmon, Chinook Salmon and Lingcod. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Black Rockfish
Black Rockfish
Cod
Cod
Halibut
Halibut
Lingcod
Lingcod
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Chum Salmon
Chum Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Pink Salmon
Pink Salmon
Sockeye Salmon
Sockeye Salmon
Black Rockfish
Black Rockfish
Cod
Cod
Halibut
Halibut
Lingcod
Lingcod
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon

Real catches by this captain

  • A smiling angler proudly displays a large Halibut while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Halibut
    Robert R.
    Robert R.
    Joe was outstanding. We caught our limit of halibut, and a number of cod. He was knowledgeable and patient. His boat was comfortable but not fancy. Would definitely recommend him
  • A group of four anglers proudly posing with their catch of halibut displayed on a board at Clover Pass Resort in Alaska.
    Fish 1
    Halibut
    Richard L.
    Richard L.
    Our family had a great time fishing with Joe. He kept us up to date on all trip details up to the point we arrived. Great boat, great equipment, and most of all great knowledge of where to catch the fish. We caught our limit of halibut and the let several more try again. We had a few other surprises like a nice Pacific cod, spiny rockfish and a spiny dogfish. On the way back we caught and released a small king salmon (jack). Joe showed us a great time, shared his knowledge, and was very patient.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
29 ft
Year built
2000
Boat manufacturer
C-Hawk
Boat type
Cuddy cabin
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Snacks
Drinks

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 PayPal
 Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Ketchikan right now

Black RockfishBlack Rockfish
CodCod
HalibutHalibut
LingcodLingcod
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Chum)Salmon (Chum)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)
Salmon (Pink)Salmon (Pink)
Salmon (Sockeye)Salmon (Sockeye)

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