HOONAH FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Hooked on Icy Strait: Halibut & Salmon Charters Out of Hoonah
A concise guide to Wooshkeetaan Tours’ small-group fishing charters — 3.5‑ to 5‑hour trips in July–September targeting Halibut and Salmon in Port Frederick and the Icy Strait.
Hooked on Icy Strait: Halibut & Salmon Charters Out of Hoonah.
Out of Hoonah, anglers join Wooshkeetaan Tours for a short, focused run into Port Frederick and the Icy Strait to fish for Halibut and Salmon. Trips run as public 3.5‑hour options or private 5‑hour charters during the peak season of July through September and are designed for small groups.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Halibut and Salmon at Prime Season
Port Frederick and the Icy Strait offer some of the best Halibut and Salmon fishing in the region during July–September, when charters focus on those two species.
Small-Group Charters, Personalized Attention
Trips run with a minimum of four and a maximum of six guests; if you don’t have a full party the charter may be combined with other smaller groups, and private 5‑hour options are available.
Short Runs into Rugged Water
The operation launches from the Port Frederick/Icy Strait area around Hoonah for relatively brief outings that get anglers quickly into productive fishing grounds.
What the day feels like
What the Trip Feels Like
The charter is compact and purposeful: you board near Port Frederick, make a short run into Icy Strait, drop lines for Halibut and Salmon, and return within a half day. The rhythm is brisk—public trips run about 3.5 hours while private charters extend to roughly 5 hours—so the focus is on concentrated fishing rather than long-range cruising.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Charters operate in the prime fishing months of July through September; public trips typically last about 3.5 hours while private charters run about 5 hours.
Check Alaska Department of Fish and Game for fishing license requirements; bring weather-appropriate clothing for coastal Alaska and any personal items you need for a short-boat outing.
There is a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 6 guests per charter; if you don’t have a party of six your charter may be combined with other smaller groups.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
Public option runs about 3.5 hours; private charters are approximately 5 hours.
What species will we fish for?
The charter targets Halibut and Salmon in Port Frederick and the Icy Strait.
What are the age requirements?
All guests must be at least 10 years of age; younger guests require approval from the Captain.
How many people are on a trip?
Trips have a minimum of four and a maximum of six guests; smaller parties may be combined with other groups.
When do trips operate?
Charters run during July through September, the peak season for Halibut and Salmon in the area.
Do I need a fishing license?
Consult the Alaska Department of Fish and Game for current fishing license requirements for the State of Alaska.