8 Hour Multi-Species Charter in Gulf of Alaska
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Target lingcod, halibut, and rockfish on 8hour multispecies charterFish Gulf of Alaska waters around Chugach and Barren IslandsWildlife encounters include whales, sea lions, otters, and puffins
Looking for the real deal when it comes to Alaska fishing? This 8-hour multi-species charter out of the Gulf of Alaska is where serious anglers come to test their skills against some of the Pacific's most sought-after bottom fish. Starting July 1st, we'll take you into prime waters around the Chugach and Barren Islands where lingcod, halibut, and rockfish are stacked up waiting for the right presentation. This isn't your typical tourist trip – we're talking about getting into the zones where the big fish live, often in 150+ feet of water where the structure holds everything from barn door halibut to aggressive lingcod that'll slam your jig on the drop.
Your day starts early with a ride out to some of Alaska's most productive fishing grounds. The Gulf of Alaska around the Chugach and Barren Islands offers incredible structure fishing – underwater pinnacles, rocky reefs, and drop-offs that concentrate baitfish and attract predators. Weather and conditions dictate exactly where we'll set up, but count on fishing depths anywhere from 80 to 300 feet depending on what's biting. The boat ride itself is part of the experience – you'll likely spot humpback whales, Steller sea lions hauled out on rocks, playful sea otters, and if we're lucky, puffins during their nesting season. The scenery is world-class, but once lines hit the water, your focus shifts to feeling for that telltale thump of a fish picking up your bait. This charter accommodates just one angler, so you get personalized attention and can fish at your own pace without worrying about tangled lines or shared space.
Multi-species bottom fishing in Alaska is all about jigging technique and reading the sonar. We'll be using heavy jigs – typically 16 to 32 ounces depending on current and depth – tipped with cut herring, salmon bellies, or whole squid. The key is getting your jig to the bottom quickly, then working it with sharp lifts and controlled drops. Lingcod especially love an aggressive presentation, while halibut often prefer a more subtle approach with the bait sitting just off the bottom. All rods, reels, and tackle are provided, but if you have your own heavy conventional setup rated for 50-80 pound line, feel free to bring it. We fish with circle hooks to improve survival rates for released fish, and you'll learn how to set the hook properly – it's more about steady pressure than a hard hookset. The electronics on board help us mark fish and structure, but reading your rod tip and feeling the bite through the line is where the real skill comes in.
Pacific Halibut are the crown jewel of Alaska bottom fishing, and the waters around the Barren Islands hold some genuine giants. These flatfish can live over 50 years and reach weights exceeding 300 pounds, though most charter fish range from 20 to 100 pounds. Halibut are ambush predators that lie camouflaged on sandy or muddy bottoms, waiting for baitfish to swim overhead. They're most active during slack tides when the current isn't screaming, and they have incredible power once hooked. The fight is more about endurance than speed – they'll bulldoze toward the bottom and use their flat body like a parachute. July through September offers peak halibut action, and there's nothing quite like the steady, heavy pull of a barn door halibut coming up from 200 feet.
Canary Rockfish bring consistent action and excellent table fare to your cooler. These bright orange and yellow fish school up around rocky structure and are incredibly aggressive feeders. They typically run 2 to 5 pounds in our area, though larger specimens pushing 8 pounds show up regularly. Canaries are one of the longer-lived rockfish species, sometimes reaching 75 years old, which makes them particularly susceptible to overfishing – that's why we practice careful harvest and release techniques. They're most active during daylight hours and will often bite immediately when your jig hits their zone. The fight is spirited but short, and they're fantastic eating with firm, white meat that works great for fish and chips or grilled whole.
Lingcod are the apex predator of Alaska's rocky reefs and the most exciting fish you'll target on this charter. These aggressive hunters can exceed 50 pounds and 4 feet in length, with massive mouths full of needle-sharp teeth. Lingcod are ambush predators that hide in rocky crevices and caves, exploding out to grab anything that looks like food. They're known for their blue-green meat that turns white when cooked, and they're absolutely delicious despite their intimidating appearance. Peak lingcod season runs from July through October when they're actively feeding before winter. These fish fight dirty – they'll wrap around rocks, dive into structure, and use every trick to break you off. Landing a 30-plus pound lingcod on a jig is a top-rated Alaska fishing experience that'll have you planning your next trip before you even get back to the dock.
This 8-hour multi-species charter represents some of the best fishing Alaska has to offer, combining renowned fishing grounds with the chance to target three of the Gulf's most prized species. The single-angler format means you get the full attention of our experienced guides, personalized instruction, and the flexibility to focus on whatever's biting best that day. July through September is prime time for this fishery, and spots fill up fast as word gets out about the quality of fishing. Whether you're after a trophy halibut for the wall, a limit of rockfish for the freezer, or the bragging rights that come with landing a monster lingcod, this charter delivers the goods. Don't wait – Alaska's fishing season is short,
Sebastes PinnigerCanary rockfish are beautiful orange and yellow fish averaging 20-23 inches, living up to 75 years in our rocky bottom areas. You'll find them schooled up over structure from 100-600 feet deep, especially around the rocky reefs near the Chugach Islands. They're year-round targets, but summer and fall fishing is most consistent when they're actively feeding. Guests love canaries because they're aggressive biters, fight well for their size, and make excellent table fare with sweet, flaky white meat. They often bite in multiples when you find a good school. One trick I always share: when you hook one canary, keep your jig moving in the same area - where there's one, there's usually a whole bunch more waiting to bite.
Ophiodon ElongatusLingcod aren't actually cod but aggressive predators with massive heads full of sharp teeth - locals call them "bucketheads" for good reason. Females grow much larger than males, often reaching 20-40 pounds around our rocky reefs from 30-300 feet deep. They're available year-round but summer months offer the most consistent action when they're feeding heavily. What draws people to lingcod? They're fierce fighters that won't back down, have unique blue-green meat that turns white when cooked, and their prehistoric look makes every catch memorable. They ambush prey from rocky lairs, so my go-to technique is working metal jigs right along the bottom structure - drop it down, bounce it once or twice, then hold on tight because lingcod hit like freight trains.
Hippoglossus StenolepisPacific halibut are the giants of our waters - these massive flatfish can reach 8 feet long and weigh over 500 pounds, though most folks catch them in the 20-100 pound range. They live on sandy and muddy bottoms from 150-500 feet deep, hunting everything from cod to octopus. Summer's prime time when they move up from deeper spawning areas and feed aggressively in our Gulf waters around the Chugach and Barren Islands. What makes halibut special? The fight is intense, the meat's world-class, and landing a "barn door" halibut creates memories that last forever. My tip: when you feel that telltale thump on bottom, count to three before setting the hook hard - halibut like to mouth bait before committing, and patience pays off with better hookups.
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