From WDFW: SEATAC – With low returns of coho and wild chinook salmon expected back to several rivers in Washington, salmon fisheries approved today include increased restrictions this year for anglers in the ocean, Puget Sound, and the Columbia River. “Many salmon runs on the west coast are alarmingly low this year,” said Jeff Koenings, director of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW).  read more »

Alaska fishing vacations are a once in a lifetime Alaskan getaway. Alaska Salmon fishing trips can be an exciting way to explore the beauty of Alaska. Alaska fishing charters can be a great Alaska vacation if planned accordingly.

Alaska's waters make their tourists get the Alaska fishing guide and provide the tourists the best spots in Alaska for fishing. First, you have to know what kind of fish you want to catch. You can choose from different varieties of fishes like silver salmon, arctic char, steelhead, Alaska king salmon, rainbow trout, or any other fish.

There's a good reason why Alaska float fishing trips are so popular. Read this article to find out more about the great fishing experience that you can enjoy.

If you love to enjoy really great and exciting salmon fishing, then do it in Alaska. There are some great choices of trophy salmon species that you can catch in this state such as the king salmon, sockeye and silver salmon.

It is reported that June is the premium month for your fishing trip, as many of the lodges will open for business and offer great trips to find the great Alaska Rainbow trout, where you can find fish that are up to 30". Many will tell you to use 5 to 6 weight fly rods and maybe even floating lines. Visitors to Alaska can look forward to large fish, catching as many as 20 to 40 fish on a daily bases.

Halibut fishing in Kodiak is unsurpassed anywhere due to a wide variety of reasons. While we sometimes choose to fish deep water (250 feet +) most of our halibut fishing is done in waters between 50 and 100 feet deep. When the season dictates it we fish with terminal tackle and 12- 24 ounce sinkers but we also offer lighter tackle for those that prefer something different.

The Gulf of Alaska has lured many people from around the world and charter boat fishing has become one of the most productive sport fishing actions in the whole state. You will find huge halibuts, incredible schools of salmon that includes Pink, Silver, Red and the powerful king salmon and giant lingcods too. Many anglers would gather to these cold waters just to get a chance at catching a 100 pound Halibut.

The Halibut is an exciting species that can be found in Alaska and all along the pacific coast.

An informative article about trout fishing in Alaska.