Alaska Fishing Trip | 6 Hour Shared Halibut Trip
Shared Trip
Offshore Fishing
Sixhour shared halibut fishing adventure in Cook Inlet watersExpert captains Alan Goins and Chaz Gustines lead small groupsMaximum four guests for personalized offshore fishing experience
Cook Inlet's halibut fishing doesn't get much better than this. Captain Alan Goins and Chaz Gustines know these waters like the back of their hand, and they'll put you right where the big Pacific halibut are feeding. This shared charter gives you six solid hours on some of Alaska's most productive halibut grounds without breaking the bank. You'll be fishing alongside up to three other anglers, sharing stories and tips while you work the bottom for barn doors that'll test your arms and give you bragging rights for years.
We launch from the Cook Inlet access point and head straight to the productive halibut structure that's been holding fish all season. The boat's rigged with downriggers and quality tackle that can handle anything from 20-pound chickens to 200-pound monsters. Captain Alan and Chaz run a tight ship but keep things relaxed – they'll share local knowledge about tides, structure, and what the fish have been hitting. The inlet can get choppy, so if you're prone to seasickness, pop a Dramamine before we shove off. Weather permitting, we'll hit multiple spots to keep lines tight and maximize your chances at a trophy halibut.
Halibut fishing here is all about reading the bottom and staying patient. We use heavy jigs and circle hooks with herring or salmon bellies for bait – the smell drives halibut crazy. You'll be dropping 8 to 12 ounces of lead in 80 to 150 feet of water, feeling for that soft muddy bottom where halibut love to bury up and ambush baitfish. When a big one grabs your bait, you'll know it – that rod tip will load up and start pumping. The key is letting the circle hook do its job, then it's a steady pump and wind to bring them up from the depths. Captain Alan will coach you through every step, from setting the hook to gaffing your fish boatside.
Pacific halibut are the kings of Alaska's bottom fish, and Cook Inlet grows some absolute slabs. These flatfish can live over 50 years and grow well over 300 pounds, with females getting much larger than males. They're ambush predators that bury in sand and mud with just their eyes showing, waiting for herring, cod, or salmon to swim overhead. Summer months from June through September offer the best action when halibut move into shallower feeding areas. What makes them so exciting is you never know if that tap on your rod tip is a 30-pounder or something that'll take 20 minutes to winch up from the bottom. Their pure white meat is some of the best eating you'll find in Alaska waters, and a single large halibut can feed a family for months.
Cook Inlet halibut fishing with Greatland Guide Service gives you access to world-class fishing with guides who've been working these waters for years. Captain Alan and Chaz know where the fish stack up and when to move if the bite slows down. This shared charter format keeps costs reasonable while still giving you that authentic Alaska fishing experience. The 4-person boat limit means you won't be elbow-to-elbow with a dozen other anglers, and you'll get plenty of individual attention from the crew. Book early – the best halibut fishing windows fill up fast, and you don't want to miss your shot at an Alaska bucket-list fish.
Jump aboard the Greatlander, our rugged 28-footer built for Alaska's challenging waters. Captain Alan Goins and Chaz Gustines know these Cook Inlet fishing grounds like the back of their hands, putting you on productive halibut spots where the big flatfish lurk. This well-equipped vessel cuts through Alaska's unpredictable conditions with GPS navigation, radar for foggy mornings, and fish finders that reveal what's swimming below. The onboard toilet keeps your group of four comfortable during those long halibut battles. With top-notch gear and experienced captains who live for these waters, the Greatlander delivers serious fishing action in one of Alaska's premier halibut destinations.
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