KETCHIKAN FISHING FIELD GUIDE
On Deck in Ketchikan: A 30‑Foot Cabin Cruiser for a Day of Salmon Runs and Shore‑Side Fare
A private, flat‑rate charter for up to six guests offering 5–8 hour multi‑species fishing trips out of downtown Ketchikan, with gear and wilderness dining options included.
On Deck in Ketchikan: A 30‑Foot Cabin Cruiser for a Day of Salmon Runs and Shore‑Side Fare.
Spend the day angling in the pristine Alaskan wilderness aboard a 30‑foot cabin cruiser from Ketchikan: Baranof Fishing Excursions offers private, flat‑rate charters that bundle an all‑day, multi‑species fishing program with outfitting, gear and the option to eat what you catch.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Peak Salmon Window
At the height of summer — June 15 through August 15 — charter guests have the best chance of encountering multiple salmon species during the dedicated multi‑species fishing trips.
Wilderness Dining — Eat Your Catch
The operator includes a wilderness dining option that lets you eat your catch as the culinary culmination of a day on the water.
Outfitted for Alaskan Weather
The charter supplies bibs, jackets, rubber boots and gloves, hats and socks so you arrive ready for a wet, chilly day and focused on fishing rather than gear logistics.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
The trip is a dedicated day of angling: you book the 30‑ft cabin cruiser as a private, flat‑rate boat for an all‑day, multi‑species experience that can be customized with add‑ons and concludes with wilderness dining using your catch.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private charter is best for — and who should take care.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Choose from a 5‑hour charter ($2,000), a 6‑hour charter ($2,150) or an 8‑hour charter ($2,500); prices are a flat rate per boat.
The operator provides bibs, jackets, rubber boots, rubber gloves, hats/stocking caps and socks, plus wilderness dining where you can eat your catch.
Bring extra layers, a camera, sunglasses, sunblock and a credit card for your Alaska fishing license and for fish shipping if needed.
Ship guests are met at the pier and escorted to the downtown marina and outfitting room; cruise passengers arriving from specified ships are responsible for their own transport to the Alaska Fish House (3 Salmon Landing Marina, Ketchikan).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many people can the boat hold?
Maximum six guests per 30‑ft cabin cruiser.
Are fishing licenses included?
No — Alaska fishing license and guide gratuity are not included in the charter price.
When is the best time to catch multiple species?
The peak window for the salmon run — June 15 through August 15 — offers the best chance of catching multiple species.
What gear and clothing are provided?
The charter supplies bibs, jackets, rubber boots, rubber gloves, hats/stocking caps and socks; guests should still bring extra layers and sun protection.
What should cruise ship guests know about meeting?
Guides or crew will greet ship guests at the pier and escort them to the downtown marina and outfitting room; guests arriving from certain ships are responsible for their own transportation to the Alaska Fish House at 3 Salmon Landing Marina.