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First King Salmon Success in Ketchikan! Nothing beats the thrill of a first-time catch, especially when it’s an absolute beauty of a King Salmon right here in Ketchikan! We recently took Abby out on the water for a trip she won't soon forget. It was an incredible day, and she handled the rod like an absolute pro, fighting a strong, hard-running King. The tension was high, but we got it safely in the net and landed a prize—a bright, icy-fresh Alaska King Salmon! The action on the boat was top-tier: The Battle: Abby hooked into a powerful fish that put up a classic King Salmon fight. The Net: Timing is everything with these big fish, and nailing the net job sealed the victory. The Payoff: The pure joy of holding up a beautiful, fresh-run Alaska King! Whether you are a seasoned angler or looking to land your very first big fish, the boat is dialed in, the gear is ready, and the local knowledge is locked down to make it happen. May is just the start of the action—the season is officially heating up and the fish are here! Ready to get out on the water and make some memories of your own? Check our calendar right here on FishBooker to view open availability and secure your dates. The salmon are running—let’s go fishing!

Went out for a quick morning, fishing trip and scored a limit of Lingcod and yellow eyerockfish near Ketchikan, Alaska

Ketchikan, Alaska Fishing Report July Update: Slow Start, but Salmon are Quickly Moving In The fishing season in Ketchikan, Alaska, kicked off with a slow start this July, but things are rapidly picking up as the salmon make their way into our waters. Early in the month, anglers experienced sporadic bites and fewer catches, a typical lull that tested our patience. However, as the days progressed, we began to see a significant increase in activity. Schools of Pink Salmon, Coho, and Chum Salmon are now migrating in greater numbers, revitalizing the fishing grounds and boosting both morale and success rates among fishermen.