Ketchikan Fly Fishing Charters
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Fly Fishing in Ketchikan
Fly Fishing in Ketchikan
One of the best ways to experience southeastern Alaska’s stunning waters is on a Ketchikan fly fishing trip. Picture yourself drifting along serene fishing grounds, taking in the unrivalled nature on display, waiting for your fish to bite. Even better, you don’t have to be a seasoned fly fisherman to wet your line here – there are plenty of experienced guides who’ll help you experience Ketchikan’s tranquil fishery at its finest!
What to Expect
The most popular species to target using this technique has to be the mighty Salmon, and you’ll find all five Pacific varieties here – Coho, Chinook, Chum, Sockeye, and Pink.
If you’re a newer angler, charter captains recommend heading to Carroll Inlet, located close to the center of town and jam-packed with different Salmon. It’s the perfect place for short-range trips, and will give you time to learn the basics of fly fishing before testing your skills.
More experienced? I really all depends on what your personal preferences are. The waters of Clarence Strait can get rough, but offer up huge King Salmon. Nature lover? The misty, magical waters of Boca de Quadra are a must-visit, while Tongass National Forest’s maze of lakes and creeks provides true escapism for freshwater fanatics.
How to Prepare
Generally, Ketchikan’s fly fishing season doesn’t open until May, and lasts until around late October. You’ll need to purchase a valid Canadian fishing licence, as well as stamps for certain species, and should bring or rent your own fly fishing rods and flies. What’s included in your trip, however, is something invaluable: a local’s insight into these incredible waters, and a fly fishing adventure you’ll remember for years to come!
Ketchikan
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What anglers said about Fly Fishing in Ketchikan
What anglers said about Fly Fishing in Ketchikan
Ketchikan is a great place to fish. Thereโs a lot of conflicting information on line as to when the best time of year is to go. Best time for King Salmon is June. August was still pretty good fishing, but all the Kings we caught had to go back, too small. The Coho were nice sized.
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Ketchikan is a great place to fish. Thereโs a lot of conflicting information on line as to when the best time of year is to go. Best time for King Salmon is June. August was still pretty good fishing, but all the Kings we caught had to go back, too small. The Coho were nice sized.
Alaska Affordable Adventures
Pink salmon are in season. Fish were biting every 10 minutes... we had a great haul
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Pink salmon are in season. Fish were biting every 10 minutes... we had a great haul
The Alaska Catch โ 23' Boat
We were trolling for salmon, boated ten fish and hooked up with twice that in a four hour trip. Three experienced fishermen.
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We were trolling for salmon, boated ten fish and hooked up with twice that in a four hour trip. Three experienced fishermen.
The Worman Sportfishing Co.
Bring rain gear and a positive attitude and you will leave with a great experience
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Bring rain gear and a positive attitude and you will leave with a great experience
Ketchikanโs Finest Fishing Charters
I know that the haul is usually much greater than we experienced but that's ok. That's how fishing goes. We appreciate that they tried by changing locations and rigs several times.
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I know that the haul is usually much greater than we experienced but that's ok. That's how fishing goes. We appreciate that they tried by changing locations and rigs several times.
Alaska Affordable Adventures
The king salmon were still around, so we're the halibut. The pinks had not started yet.
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The king salmon were still around, so we're the halibut. The pinks had not started yet.
Ketchikan Salmon and Halibut Fishing Charters
Chris was AWESOME!!! Great with the kids and really worked hard to make sure we had a good time. It wasnโt a good day for fishing - seas were rough and it was cold and rainy, but he made sure we could catch fish. I really appreciate his professionalism and hard work to make sure we caught fish and that our kids had a good time.
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Chris was AWESOME!!! Great with the kids and really worked hard to make sure we had a good time. It wasnโt a good day for fishing - seas were rough and it was cold and rainy, but he made sure we could catch fish. I really appreciate his professionalism and hard work to make sure we caught fish and that our kids had a good time.
The Alaska Catch โ 23' Boat
Plan for any weatherโฆwe had beautiful sunny weather, but the very next day was cold and drizzly all day! Trust your captainโฆI have deep-sea fished 16x and this guy was the best guide Iโve ever had. He really knows what heโs doing. Fish or not, have fun and enjoy the experience!
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Plan for any weatherโฆwe had beautiful sunny weather, but the very next day was cold and drizzly all day! Trust your captainโฆI have deep-sea fished 16x and this guy was the best guide Iโve ever had. He really knows what heโs doing. Fish or not, have fun and enjoy the experience!
Ketchikan Sport Fishing Charters
Bring a coat. The air coming off that water is substantially cooler than the surface air which was already cool.
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Bring a coat. The air coming off that water is substantially cooler than the surface air which was already cool.
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Great for King Salmon, a little early for Coho and Pink Salmon but over all. Good time.
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Great for King Salmon, a little early for Coho and Pink Salmon but over all. Good time.
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Best excursion during our cruise!!!
Excellent customer service.
Dress warm.
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Best excursion during our cruise!!!
Excellent customer service.
Dress warm.
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Book a trip with Captain Sandra on the Scarlet Grace! You wonโt regret it!
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Book a trip with Captain Sandra on the Scarlet Grace! You wonโt regret it!
Chick Charters
Perfect time to catch salmon! We almost didnโt do and canโt believe we almost missed.
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Perfect time to catch salmon! We almost didnโt do and canโt believe we almost missed.
Ketchikanโs Finest Fishing Charters
Seattle, Washington
Book Ketchikanโs Finest Fishing Charters for a premiere Alaska fishing experience.
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Book Ketchikanโs Finest Fishing Charters for a premiere Alaska fishing experience.
Ketchikanโs Finest Fishing Charters
Satellite Beach, Florida
We went for halibut because that was the plan, I know they catch a lot of salmon too!
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We went for halibut because that was the plan, I know they catch a lot of salmon too!
Alaska Affordable Adventures
Corpus Christi, TX
Plan well in advance. Accommodations and services book out early in the year.
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Plan well in advance. Accommodations and services book out early in the year.
The Alaska Catch โ 23' Boat
Lemoore, CA
Variable weather patterns, accordingly, take the advice of your experienced Captain in adjustment during the day. Dress in layers, pack light and wet weather clothing. Motion sickness pills the night before, when you awaken to your alarm, and when leaving for the dock should keep the motion sickness away even in rough seas.
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Variable weather patterns, accordingly, take the advice of your experienced Captain in adjustment during the day. Dress in layers, pack light and wet weather clothing. Motion sickness pills the night before, when you awaken to your alarm, and when leaving for the dock should keep the motion sickness away even in rough seas.
The Alaska Catch โ 23' Boat
Lemoore, CA
Don't book thru your cruise ship. Book independent. It's so easy and much better than a cruise line fishing trip
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Don't book thru your cruise ship. Book independent. It's so easy and much better than a cruise line fishing trip
Chick Charters
Redmond, Washington
Just know itโs Fishing not Catching! If the fish arenโt biting, enjoy the view!!
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Just know itโs Fishing not Catching! If the fish arenโt biting, enjoy the view!!
Chick Charters
Arlington, TX
Work on strengthening your biceps..Cause these salmon give you a run for your money....
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Work on strengthening your biceps..Cause these salmon give you a run for your money....
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Centralia, WA