Big Jim’s Charters has been a local favorite for over 30 years in Juneau, Alaska, as these guys go the extra mile for everyone. They know the hot spots for Salmon and Halibut, and will work hard to provide a successful trip and an exciting experience. They operate from May 1 to Sept 15.
Our crew and Captains are experianced fishermen. Their job is to help you, teach you and get you on the fish.
You will fish aboard a like new 30 foot Offshore 2017 Duckworth with 2023 twin 300 hp Mecury’s that get you to the fishing grounds fast, cruise at 30 plus knots. The boat has a private head, all the safety equipment, as well as a radar, chart plotters, Sonar fish finder, electric downriggers.
Capt. Mike can pick you up at the Fisherman’s Bend Marina where you’ll start your nearshore and offshore adventure. When you fish for Salmon, you will slow troll, one rod per angler. And when fishing for Halibut, you will drift and jig off the bottom, also using one rod per angler. This way, everyone will get to fish and have a chance of catching a nice dinner.
Once you return to the dock, your fish will be cleaned and filleted for dinner, and the rest can be beheaded and gutted. Capt. Mike will recommend a processing plant that can store your fish until you are ready to have it sent to your home address.
All charters include sightseeing and whale watching while fishing, all bait, and top-of-the-line rods and reels. We can arrage Pickup from cruise ship and return about $50.00 each way for up to 10 people, you will need to pay the cab.
Fuel surcharge baseed on fuel price of $4.00 per gallon and will be added to your balance.
Confirmation of your price is in message center on FishingBooker.
Rating summary
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Appropriate for children
91%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
97%
May 16, 2025
3/4 Day Trip – Salmon only Fishing
We took an early season trip with Captain John and Deckhand Luke, and we had an outstanding day on the water. Both John and Luke were welcoming and friendly, but also very informative, sharing their experience about fishing and local wildlife. We caught plenty of fish, including halibut, cod and rockfish. They had us on the fish and made the fishing experience fun and easy. After fishing we spent some time searching for wildlife where we saw sea lions, orcas, humpbacks and many bald eagles. Overall it was an incredible day on the water. The crew really made this a fun experience. I’d highly recommend!!
We took an early season trip with Captain John and Deckhand Luke, and we had an outstanding day on the water. Both John and Luke...
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Aug 19, 2025
Half Day Trip – Salmon only Fishing
Captains Terry and Mike were amazing! Lots of fish and so much fun for the six of us!! They knew where the fish were and what they were biting on! Then to top it off we had incredible whale watching as a BONUS!! One of the most fun days ever for everyone! True professionals! See you again next year!
Captains Terry and Mike were amazing! Lots of fish and so much fun for the six of us!! They knew where the fish were and what...
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Aug 20, 2025
Full Day Trip – Halibut and Salmon
Bob and Levi were great and very informative on where we were going. I have a disability and need to use a walker. They made it very easy and comfortable for me get around on the boat and very helpful on fishing for me.
Bob and Levi were great and very informative on where we were going. I have a disability and need to use a walker. They made...
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Aug 5, 2025
Half Day Trip – Halibut (PM)
We went fishing with Jon and his deck hand Liam. Both were very helpful (and patient) haha we had 3 kids fishing with us, our twin 6 year olds, and our 9yr old…. Each kid caught halibut and rock fish and that made our trip! We were catch and release due to shipping issues with being Canadian, but an unbelievable experience!
We went fishing with Jon and his deck hand Liam. Both were very helpful (and patient) haha we had 3 kids fishing with us, our...
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Jun 12, 2025
Half Day trip Salmon only
Fishing with John and Dylan was a great experience. Dylan worked hard dropping the lines out and helping reel them in while John provided the navigational support. Highly recommend the charter as it ended up being private for both myself and my dad.
Fishing with John and Dylan was a great experience. Dylan worked hard dropping the lines out and helping reel them in while John...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (56)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Appropriate for children
91%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
97%
Experience:
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Crew
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3/4 Day Trip – Salmon only Fishing on May 16, 2025
We took an early season trip with Captain John and Deckhand Luke, and we had an outstanding day on the water. Both John and Luke were welcoming and friendly, but also very informative, sharing their experience about fishing and local wildlife. We caught plenty of fish, including halibut, cod and rockfish. They had us on the fish and made the fishing experience fun and easy. After fishing we spent some time searching for wildlife where we saw sea lions, orcas, humpbacks and many bald eagles. Overall it was an incredible day on the water. The crew really made this a fun experience. I’d highly recommend!!
We took an early season trip with Captain John and Deckhand Luke, and we had an outstanding day on the water. Both John and Luke were welcoming and friendly, but also very informative, sharing their experience about fishing and local wildlife. We caught plenty of fish, including halibut, cod and rockfish. They had us on the fish and made the fishing experience fun and easy. After fishing we spent some time searching for wildlife where we saw sea lions, orcas, humpbacks and many bald eagles. Overall...
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Half Day Trip – Salmon only Fishing on August 19, 2025
Captains Terry and Mike were amazing! Lots of fish and so much fun for the six of us!! They knew where the fish were and what they were biting on! Then to top it off we had incredible whale watching as a BONUS!! One of the most fun days ever for everyone! True professionals! See you again next year!
Captains Terry and Mike were amazing! Lots of fish and so much fun for the six of us!! They knew where the fish were and what they were biting on! Then to top it off we had incredible whale watching as a BONUS!! One of the most fun days ever for everyone! True professionals! See you again next year!
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Full Day Trip – Halibut and Salmon on August 20, 2025
Bob and Levi were great and very informative on where we were going. I have a disability and need to use a walker. They made it very easy and comfortable for me get around on the boat and very helpful on fishing for me.
Bob and Levi were great and very informative on where we were going. I have a disability and need to use a walker. They made it very easy and comfortable for me get around on the boat and very helpful on fishing for me.
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Half Day Trip – Halibut (PM) on August 5, 2025
We went fishing with Jon and his deck hand Liam. Both were very helpful (and patient) haha we had 3 kids fishing with us, our twin 6 year olds, and our 9yr old…. Each kid caught halibut and rock fish and that made our trip! We were catch and release due to shipping issues with being Canadian, but an unbelievable experience!
We went fishing with Jon and his deck hand Liam. Both were very helpful (and patient) haha we had 3 kids fishing with us, our twin 6 year olds, and our 9yr old…. Each kid caught halibut and rock fish and that made our trip! We were catch and release due to shipping issues with being Canadian, but an unbelievable experience!
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Half Day trip Salmon only on June 12, 2025
Fishing with John and Dylan was a great experience. Dylan worked hard dropping the lines out and helping reel them in while John provided the navigational support. Highly recommend the charter as it ended up being private for both myself and my dad.
Fishing with John and Dylan was a great experience. Dylan worked hard dropping the lines out and helping reel them in while John provided the navigational support. Highly recommend the charter as it ended up being private for both myself and my dad.
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