Best Time Of The Year For A Fishing Trip To Alaska

When you book your fishing charter in Alaska, it’s important to choose the best time of year. This is based on how busy charters will be, what fish are biting, and the weather. For most species, the best time to fish is in the morning before the sun comes up. This is because fishing is more productive in the morning and many fish will be roaming and feeding.

Spring

During the spring months, the ice in Alaska’s lakes starts to melt. This means that a lot of the stillwater species are hungry and ready to take a bait. This is a great time to fish for Grayling, Lake Trout, and Pike. There are also a few species of trout that are more active in the spring, including Rainbow Trout and Dolly Varden. In addition, salmon start to make their runs upstream and infiltrate the bay systems. This is when places like Ketchikan, Alaska become alive with salmon runs. This is also a great time to catch Rockfish and Lingcod, two of the more popular offshore species in Alaska. Halibut fishing is also popular and can be found all over the state, but Homer is considered one of the best locations to catch them.

Summer

The best time of the year for an Alaskan fishing tour is during the summer months, from June through August. This is also the busiest season, so it’s a good idea to book your trip as soon as possible to ensure you get the dates you want. In addition, this is the best time to go whale watching. You can see Gray, Humpback, Minke, and Blue whales as they migrate south along the Alaskan coastline. But if you prefer fishing, this is also the perfect time to head out to the rivers and ocean for salmon. King Salmon are typically the most plentiful, but coho, pink, and chum salmon can also be found during this time of year.

Fall

Fall is a time when the days are getting shorter and the weather is starting to get colder. It is also a time when the leaves on trees change color. If you are planning a fishing trip to Alaska, the fall months can be the best time of year for you to go. During this time, you will be able to find some of the most popular salmon species in the state. In addition, you will be able to catch Halibut and Rockfish during this season as well.

Winter

The best time of the year for a fishing trip to Alaska really depends on what you want to fish. If you want to target a specific species, the peak season is early fall and late spring. However, these times are also the busiest. This is when charters are most crowded so it is a good idea to contact us and book as far in advance as possible. Winter is also a great time to fish for Halibut. Many of these fish travel up to Alaska for feeding and then return home to spawn. There are also several ponds and lakes that offer excellent winter fishing. They feature a variety of species such as landlocked salmon, rainbow trout, arctic char, and grayling.