KETCHIKAN BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Three Decades of Salmon Fishing Off Ketchikan: A Private Charter with Go Fish Charters
A private, owner-operated salmon charter that spends four or six hours on the water catching, icing and preparing your fish—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
Three Decades of Salmon Fishing Off Ketchikan: A Private Charter with Go Fish Charters.
Salmon Private Charters with Go Fish Charters Ketchikan is an owner-operated outing that puts anglers on the water for four or six hours of dedicated salmon fishing, guided by a captain with more than 30 years of experience. The trip promises freshly caught fish that are iced immediately and can be filleted, flash-frozen or smoked and shipped home, with snacks, drinks and all fishing gear provided.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Thirty-plus years at the helm
The charter is owner-operated by a captain who has been guiding in Alaska for over 30 years, bringing seasoned knowledge of fishing techniques and local waters to every trip.
Fresh fish, iced immediately and handled your way
Every salmon brought aboard is iced immediately and held until the end of the trip; you can have your catch filleted and flash-frozen or filleted and smoked, with shipping arranged through Clover Pass resort.
Gear, provisions and cruise-ship arrival options
The charter supplies all fishing gear, bait, tackle, rods and reels, plus snacks, a cooler with ice, soft drinks, water and fresh hot coffee; cruise passengers are directed to call Sour Dough taxi to reach Clover Pass resort for embarkation.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
Expect an owner-operated, no-frills fishing day: four or six hours of focused salmon fishing aboard a seasoned captain’s boat, punctuated by fresh hot coffee, snacks and the ritual of icing and preparing each fish as it comes aboard.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private charter suits — and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Purchase your Alaska fishing license online before the trip; feel free to bring your own beverages if you prefer, though the charter supplies soft drinks, water and fresh hot coffee.
The charter provides all fishing gear (bait, tackle, rods, reels), snacks, a cooler with ice, soft drinks, water, fresh hot coffee and all required Coast Guard safety equipment.
If arriving by cruise ship, call Sour Dough taxi at the advised time to get to Clover Pass resort; taxis can carry up to six passengers and charge a per-ride fare for the transfer.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the fishing trip?
Trips run either four hours or six hours of actual time on the water fishing for salmon.
Is fishing gear provided or do I need to bring my own?
All fishing gear is provided, including bait, tackle, rods and reels.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. An Alaska fishing license must be purchased online prior to your trip; current pricing is available on the Alaska Department of Fish and Game site.
What happens to the fish I catch?
Fish are iced immediately and held until the end of your trip; you can have fish filleted and flash-frozen or filleted and smoked, and Clover Pass resort can ship frozen fish via FedEx to your home for a fee that varies based on catch.
How do I get to the charter if I'm on a cruise ship?
When your ship is about an hour from docking, call Sour Dough taxi at 907.225.5544 to arrange a ride to Clover Pass resort; the taxi can take up to six passengers and fares are charged each way.
Are snacks and drinks provided on board?
Yes. The charter supplies snacks, a cooler with ice, soft drinks, water and fresh hot coffee; you may bring additional beverages if you wish.