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Inshore Fishing Charters in Ketchikan

15 inshore guides in Ketchikan that fish the bays, flats and passes, listed A to Z with their boats and published prices. Call the guide directly – we never take a commission.

15 guides6 publish prices$1,300 typical half day
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The guides

Ketchikan inshore fishing guides, A to Z

Every guide here lists inshore, bay, flats or backcountry trips on its own published trip menu. Confirm the trip, the price and what is included before you book.

The Alaska Catch

2417 Tongass Avenue, Ketchikan, AK 99901

Up to 6 guests

Nearshore

Targets: Salmon, Halibut

Salmon Fishing Charter (4-6 hr), from $1,100Halibut Fishing Charter (5-6 hr), from $1,400Salmon & Halibut Combo (6-8 hr), from $1,400+1 more on their site
(907) 617-9585Website

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Baranof Fishing Excursions

3 Salmon Landing, Ketchikan, AK 99901

30 ft cabin cruiser; 24 ft cabin cruiser; 23 ft skiffUp to 6 guests

Nearshore

Targets: Chinook salmon, Coho salmon, Halibut, Rockfish, Lingcod, Pacific cod

Premier Salmon Adventure 5 hr (per person), from $379Ultimate Halibut Adventure 5 hr (per person), from $429Alaska Fishing Combo 5 hr (per person), from $389+1 more on their site
(877) 732-9453Website

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Ketchikan Chrome

407 Knudson Cove Rd, Ketchikan, AK 99901

Capt. TjUp to 6 guests

Nearshore

Targets: Chinook salmon, Salmon, Halibut

Salmon 4-hour (half day), per person (4-person minimum) $350Salmon 8-hour (full day), per person $450Salmon 10-hour (full day), per person $525+4 more on their site
(907) 215-9100Website

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Ketchikan's Finest Fishing Charters

Downtown Ketchikan near the cruise ship docks

Capt. Tony, Capt. Lukas, Capt. Jake, Capt. GraysonFour boats with enclosed heated cabin and toiletUp to 6 guests

Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026

Nearshore

Targets: Chinook salmon, Coho salmon, Pink salmon, Sockeye salmon, Chum salmon, Halibut, Lingcod, Rockfish

Salmon & Halibut Combo Charter 5-8 hr (per person), from $475Halibut Charter 4-5 hr (per person) $425Salmon Charter 3-4 hr (per person) $350
(907) 617-4717Website

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Oasis Alaska Charters

708 North Point Higgins Road, Ketchikan, AK 99901

Capt. Mark, Capt. Danny, Capt. Drew, Capt. JaromPrivate covered-cabin boats with toiletUp to 6 guests

Nearshore

Targets: Coho salmon, Chinook salmon, Pink salmon, Halibut

4 Hr. Salmon (per person, 2 guests) $4304 Hr. Salmon (per person, 4-6 guests) $2704 Hr. Halibut (per person, 2 guests) $500+3 more on their site
(907) 302-4115Website

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Reel Alaska Fishing Charters

Pickup at cruise ship or nearby dock, Ketchikan

Up to 6 guests

Nearshore

Targets: Halibut, Salmon, Rockfish, Lingcod

Half Day Fishing & Wildlife Excursion 2-5 hr (1-4 clients, minimum) $1,800Full Day Combo Fishing Tour 8-9 hr (1-4 clients, minimum) $2,500
(907) 204-0292Website

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Worman Sportfishing

Knudson Cove Marina, Ketchikan (Knudson Cove)

Capt. Kyle WormanIcy QueenUp to 6 guests

Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026

Nearshore

Targets: Chinook salmon, Coho salmon, Pink salmon, Chum salmon, Lingcod, Rockfish

(907) 254-8945Website

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Listed alphabetically – this is not a ranking. Updated October 2026. All 15 operators: Ketchikan fishing charters.

What to expect

Inshore fishing in Ketchikan at a glance

Inshore trips fish calm bays, flats, marsh and the passes close to land. Short runs, smaller boats and steady action make them the usual pick for kids and first-timers.

  • Trip lengths these guides publish: Half day (about 4 hours) – 4; Three-quarter day (about 6 hours) – 1; Full day (8 hours or more) – 1.
  • Fish they list most: Halibut, Chinook salmon, Coho salmon, Rockfish, Lingcod, Salmon, Pink salmon, Chum salmon.
  • Group size: most of these boats that publish a limit take up to 6 guests.
  • Coast Guard license: 2 of 15 show the captain’s US Coast Guard license on their own site.

Inshore fishing follows the tide. The Ketchikan fishing report shows today’s tide times, wind and the best fishing times, and how to read a tide chart explains what they mean.

Prices

What an inshore charter costs in Ketchikan

Calculated from the private-trip prices these guides publish, as of October 2026. Prices are for the whole boat, not per person; tips and fish cleaning can be extra.

TripMedianRangeBoats
Private half day (about 4 hours)$1,300$1,100 – $1,7003

More: fishing charter prices across the US · half day vs full day.

Questions

Inshore charters in Ketchikan: questions

How much is an inshore fishing charter in Ketchikan?

Among 3 guides that publish a private half-day price, the median is $1,300 (from $1,100 to $1,700). Prices are for the whole boat. Confirm the price and what is included when you book.

What fish do inshore charters target in Ketchikan?

The fish these guides list most often are Halibut, Chinook salmon, Coho salmon, Rockfish, Lingcod, Salmon. What bites depends on the month – see the season calendar.

Is inshore or deep sea fishing better in Ketchikan?

Inshore trips are calmer, shorter and better for kids and first-timers; offshore trips run farther for bigger fish and take more time. Inshore vs offshore explained.

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