Ketchikan Halibut Fishing Charters

Ketchikan Halibut Fishing Charters

Best Halibut Fishing Charters in Ketchikan

Ketchikan: 13 chárteres de pesca disponibles
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Ketchikan
viajes desde US $324
Ketchikan
viajes desde US $400
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viajes desde US $1,400
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Ketchikan
viajes desde US $1,450
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Ketchikan
viajes desde US $1,000
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4.8 / 5
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Ketchikan
viajes desde US $1,500
Ketchikan
viajes desde US $1,500

Halibut Fishing in Ketchikan

Halibut
  • Size 20 to 150lbs
  • Food Value Excellent
  • Game Qualities Good
  • Habitats Nearshore, Offshore

(Hippoglossus stenolepis / hippoglossus)

Halibut are the biggest fish you can target out of Ketchikan. Regularly topping 200 pounds and maxing out at over twice that, these are real heavy-tackle titans. A great thing about targeting them here is that, unlike in most places, the best Halibut fishing Ketchikan has access to is pretty close to shore. The local inlet and sounds are so deep that long treks offshore aren’t necessary.
 
And that’s a good thing, too! Halibut can be found well over 2,000 feet down. Not that they really mind coming up to the surface. Like all flatfish, Halibut don’t have a swim bladder, so they can be safely hauled up and return to the deep without causing them any serious harm.

What to expect from a Halibut Charter

Where you fish will depend on the weather here in Ketchikan. The deepest spots are out in the Clarence Strait, but these exposed waters get too rough at times, and you’ll need to fish more protected areas. There are plenty to choose from, though, even local spots like Thorne’s Arm are more than deep enough to hold huge Halibut, and are calm enough to fish whatever the weather. Most Ketchikan Halibut fishing charters last around six-eight hours. You don’t need much more than that to bag big fish, as long as you bring the right equipment.

Fishing Techniques

Halibut hunt mainly by scent, so the first thing to do is drop chum down with the anchor to wake the fish up and draw them close. Herring and Salmon are both great baits, and it’s good to use some of both to cater to whatever the fish fancy on the day. If you’re after a real monster, some local anglers like to use whole Salmon heads as baits. These will be too big for most fish to go for, so throwing one down alongside your regular baits can improve your chances of hooking a beast. 
 
Of course, just because they hunt by scent doesn’t mean they’re blind. Jigging for Halibut is hugely effective, especially if you add a small strip of bait to the jig to guide them in. Whatever technique you use, you’ll need some serious heavy tackle. Charters use 50 to 100-pound braided line, with heavy monofilament leaders and extra-large, extra-sharp circle hooks. 

Need to know

You need a saltwater fishing license to enjoy the area’s awesome Halibut fishing. Buy these online or from approved vendors locally. Many charter guides prefer to release large females in order to preserve the future of the fishery. You should always discuss what happens to trophy fish before the trip starts. Halibut are closed for harvest for the month of January, but you’ll have much more fun and much more success fishing for them in summer, anyway.

Ketchikan Halibut Temporadas de Pesca

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Seasonality

Halibut fishing in Ketchikan is highly variable throughout the year. High season is June to September. Closed season is January.
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Reseñas de Pesca en Halibut Fishing in Ketchikan

Perfect time to catch salmon! We almost didn’t do and can’t believe we almost missed.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Perfect time to catch salmon! We almost didn’t do and can’t believe we almost missed.
Ketchikan’s Finest Fishing Charters
Ketchikan’s Finest Fishing Charters Seattle, Washington
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Book Ketchikan’s Finest Fishing Charters for a premiere Alaska fishing experience.
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Ketchikan’s 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
Alaska Affordable Adventures Corpus Christi, TX
Plan well in advance. Accommodations and services book out early in the year.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Plan well in advance. Accommodations and services book out early in the year.
The Alaska Catch – 23' Boat
The Alaska Catch – 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.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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 – 23' Boat
The Alaska Catch – 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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5.0 / 5
Don't book thru your cruise ship. Book independent. It's so easy and much better than a cruise line fishing trip
Chick Charters
Chick Charters Redmond, Washington
Just know it’s Fishing not Catching! If the fish aren’t biting, enjoy the view!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Just know it’s Fishing not Catching! If the fish aren’t biting, enjoy the view!!
Chick Charters
Chick Charters Arlington, TX
Work on strengthening your biceps..Cause these salmon give you a run for your money....
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Work on strengthening your biceps..Cause these salmon give you a run for your money....
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Reel Alaska Fishing Charters 1-5px Centralia, WA
Absolutely as Alaska King Charter had all the equipment and bait to make it easy for any angler.
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Absolutely as Alaska King Charter had all the equipment and bait to make it easy for any angler.
Private salmon and halibut-32ftboat
Private salmon and halibut-32ftboat Spring, Texas