Fishability Alaska 

4.8
(4 reviews)
 Ketchikan Cruise Ship Docks, Ketchikan, AK 99901, United States–

Fishability Alaska 

Ketchikan, AK, United States
–
37 ft
6
4.8
(4 reviews)

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We will bring the boat to you! No shuttles or bus rides: Captain Jack will meet you at your ship (in either downtown Ketchikan or Ward Cove), put you on the boat, and get you fishing.

Things to know:

• Booking rate includes taxes.
• We can arrange for caught fish to be processed and shipped. (The cost for this is separate. You fill out a simple form on the boat, and then we'll drop off the fish.)
• Bottled water and snacks are included.
• Dress in layers and bring light rain gear.
• We have a portable marine toilet on board
• Booking rate does not include daily fishing licenses, which must be purchased from Alaska Dept. of Fish & Game:
• Licenses are $15/person for anglers age 16+.
• Licenses are free for anglers under 16.
• Please print your license and bring it with you, or send the digital copy to Captain Jack.
• King salmon stamps can be purchased from AK Fish & Game for anglers age 16+. Anglers under 16 get a stamp for free.
• Federal halibut stamps are $20/person for anglers age 18+. Anglers under 18 get a stamp for free. Stamps can be purchased on the boat. Stamps are only necessary if you wish to retain halibut.
• The boat is fully accessible. We have adaptive gear, including an electric reel. Captain Jack is also a certified autism specialist through IBCCES and Autism Double-Checked.

• Call us with any questions!

We will bring the boat to you! No shuttles or bus rides: Captain Jack will meet you at your ship (in either downtown Ketchikan or Ward Cove), put you on the boat, and get you fishing.

Things to know:

• Booking rate includes taxes.
• We can arrange for caught fish to be processed and shipped. (The cost for this is separate. You fill out a simple form on the boat, and then we'll drop off the fish.)
• Bottled water and snacks are included.
• Dress in layers and bring light rain gear.
• We have a portable marine toilet on board
• Booking rate does not include daily fishing licenses, which must be purchased from Alaska Dept. of Fish & Game:
• Licenses are $15/person for anglers age 16+.
• Licenses are free for anglers under 16.
• Please print your license and bring it with you, or send the digital copy to Captain Jack.
• King salmon stamps can be purchased from AK Fish & Game for anglers age 16+. Anglers under 16 get a stamp for free.
• Federal halibut stamps are $20/person for anglers age 18+. Anglers under 18 get a stamp for free. Stamps can be purchased on the boat. Stamps are only necessary if you wish to retain halibut.
• The boat is fully accessible. We have adaptive gear, including an electric reel. Captain Jack is also a certified autism specialist through IBCCES and Autism Double-Checked.

• Call us with any questions!

John Finnegan
Captain
John Finnegan
10 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (5:00 AM, 5:30 AM, 6:00 AM, 6:30 AM, 7:00 AM, 7:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Sep 30
Cod
Lingcod
Rockfish
Salmon (Chinook)
+4
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (5:00 AM, 5:30 AM, 6:00 AM, 6:30 AM, 7:00 AM, 7:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Sep 30
Cod
Lingcod
Rockfish
Salmon (Chinook)
+4
US $1,600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (5:00 AM, 5:30 AM, 6:00 AM, 6:30 AM, 7:00 AM, 7:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
Apr 25 - Oct 15
Cod
Halibut
Lingcod
Rockfish
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
4 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Reviews (4)

  • Martin Robbins
    Martin Robbins
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    it was a great time and we saw a pod of Orca… if you have a choice request Captain Jack!!!!!

    5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 12:00 PM on September 5, 2026 • 4 adults

    great experience we got to see a pod of orca too. Captain Jack was a great guy very personable we fished sept 5 end of the season we caught fish they were small, i going to come back in july plan to try to book Captain Jack again!

  • Mark Gubser
    Mark Gubser
    Repeat angler
    us
    Nebraska, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesone fishing chart in Ketchikan AK

    5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 10:00 AM on June 13, 2026 • 3 adults

    I booked a charter with Captain Jack after a search on the internet and Fishing Booker. All information gathered directed me to Captain Jack and his new boat, The 4 Finns. Captain Jack was friendly and extreemly informative about his community, the area in general and most importantly...the fishing. He got us on fish right away and as fishing goes, the fish were not cooperating much the rest of the day. Regardless, it was a great day on the water with a great new boat and an awesome Captain. Do not hesitate to book your charter with Captain Jack! In addition, he has the ONLY wheelchair accessable charter fishing boat in Ketchekan. He also charters wildlife cruises!

  • Keith Carlson
    Keith Carlson
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome!!!

    5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 10:00 AM on August 22, 2026 • 4 adults

    John, was excellent, boat is perfect and we caught lots of fish. Highly recommend John!!!

  • Gary McHale
    Gary McHale
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    4.3
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 9:00 AM on July 8, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 child

FAQs about Fishability Alaska

Fishability Alaska offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 1:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 10:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 10:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 11:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 12:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 2:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 5:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 5:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 6:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 6:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 7:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 7:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 8:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 9:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 1:30 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 10:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 10:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 11:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 11:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 12:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 12:30 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 2:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 2:30 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 5:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 5:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 6:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 6:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 7:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 7:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 8:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 9:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Alaska Salmon - 9:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 1:30 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 10:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 10:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 11:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 11:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 12:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 12:30 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 2:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 2:30 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 5:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 6:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 6:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 7:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 7:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 8:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 8:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 9:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Pacific Halibut - 9:30 AM (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Fishability Alaska, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
Trips booked with Fishability Alaska include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
Fishability Alaska offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Most trips are run along shorelines within 3 to 12 miles from where we'll launch. On rare occasion (and only with ideal weather and tidal conditions) we could run 20 miles or further.)
Fishability Alaska offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with Fishability Alaska include:
  • Cod
  • Halibut
  • Lingcod
  • Rockfish
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Chum)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)

Your captain

John Finnegan
John Finnegan
Ketchikan, Alaska, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
4 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2024
2026 will mark my 14th year as a guide on the ocean waters surrounding Ketchikan, Alaska, and my 11th as a fishing charter captain. I've also got over ten years experience working with people with disabiltiies, in roles ranging from home coordinator to recreation therapist to educator.
John Finnegan
John Finnegan
Fully verified
1
reports
4
reviews
2024
member since
~1h
response
2026 will mark my 14th year as a guide on the ocean waters surrounding Ketchikan, Alaska, and my 11th as a fishing charter captain. I've also got over ten years experience working with people with disabiltiies, in roles ranging from home coordinator to recreation therapist to educator.

The fish you can target

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

Real catches by this captain

  • Orca surfacing in blue coastal waters near a rugged, forested shoreline and mountain backdrop.
    Martin R.
    Martin R.
    great experience we got to see a pod of orca too. Captain Jack was a great guy very personable we fished sept 5 end of the season we caught fish they were small, i going to come back in july plan to try to book Captain Jack again!
  • A scenic view of rocky shoreline with lush greenery along the water's edge, typical of coastal fishing environments.
    P&L were great company and experienced anglers with a deep respect for Alaska’s pristine environment and varied opportunities for fishing. Conditions were highly favorable with light winds and decent cloud coverage shielding us from the sun. We cruised about ten miles from town to ditch the crowds and set the pick to make a deeper drop in pursuit of halibut, for catch-and-release. Nailed a couple of nice Pacific cod there, but the bite was light so we switched to light rods and tucked against the shoreline of a nearby inlet to target lingcod and rockfish. Had a great time reeling up and releasing a wide variety of species off the ledges there, while watching a harbor seal tend to her pup nearby and bald eagles swooping down for meals. An excellent morning soaking in the great majesty of Southeast Alaska, far from the crowds. Didn’t feel like a working day at all! Picture above is of a portion of the coastline where we were fishing. I’m usually busy chatting with clients or tending to lines and forget to take pictures of our catches…I’ll try to grab pics of the fish next time.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Other
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
37 ft
Year built
2025
Boat manufacturer
SpecMar
Boat type
Other
Engine model
Honda
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Snacks
Drinks

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Ketchikan to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
No smoking
No alcohol
You keep catch
Processing/shipping is handled by another company.
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible
Including for power chairs.

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

What’s biting in Ketchikan right now

CodCod
HalibutHalibut
LingcodLingcod
RockfishRockfish
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Chum)Salmon (Chum)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)
Salmon (Pink)Salmon (Pink)

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