Alaska Halibut Fishing Trips
We offer daily saltwater fishing trips departing from Cook Inlet, (Ninilchik/Deep Creek, Anchor Point) Homer and Seward. These trips primarily target halibut, but multi-species trips are available and can include lingcod, rockfish, pacific cod as well as various salmon species.
Cook Inlet Halibut Fishing Trips
For halibut-only fishing trips, Cook Inlet is hands down the top choice—and for good reason. Located just 45 minutes by road from the central Kenai Peninsula (Soldotna/Kenai area), it offers the quickest access to productive halibut waters.
The boat ride to the fishing grounds is significantly shorter than from Homer or Seward, making for a smoother and more enjoyable day—especially when the ocean is less than calm. On rougher days, a shorter run can make all the difference, even for seasoned saltwater anglers.
Beyond convenience, Cook Inlet boasts one of the most stunning backdrops of any saltwater destination in Alaska. Towering volcanoes like Mt. Augustine, Mt. Redoubt, Mt. Spur, and Mt. Iliamna are all visible on clear days, creating an unforgettable setting for your trip.
These highly productive waters attract a healthy population of Pacific halibut, which migrate into the Inlet from the Gulf of Alaska each season. It’s not just a great place to catch halibut—it’s one of the most scenic and accessible places to do it.
We use several long-standing and very reputable Alaska halibut fishing captains in Cook Inlet and rest assured you will not only be safe, but you will be on a boat that is on the water every day and knows where the fish are.
Cook Inlet boats and known as six-pack boats and take a total of six passengers plus the captain and a deckhand. Unlike the chaotic experiences you might find on some saltwater “party” boats with multiple anglers, our “six-pack” boats ensure a more personalized and professional Alaska fishing trip.
Alaska Halibut Fishing Rates
May / June / July / August / September
Full Day Cook Inlet – $400pp
Full Day Homer – $400pp
Full Day Seward – $400pp
Homer Halibut and Multi-Species Fishing Trips
Homer proudly calls itself the Halibut Capital of the World, and it’s easy to see why. Located at the southern tip of the Kenai Peninsula, the iconic Homer Spit—a 4.5-mile natural finger of land stretching into Kachemak Bay—serves as home port to one of Alaska’s largest sportfishing fleets.
Halibut charters from Homer typically head out of Kachemak Bay into either the Gulf of Alaska or Cook Inlet. Travel time to the fishing grounds can often exceed an hour, but the variety of fishing opportunities makes it well worth it. Homer boats also offer access to multi-species options like rockfish, lingcod, and even trolling for king salmon within the bay.
In addition to world-class fishing, the Homer Spit features a variety of shops, restaurants, and local attractions, making it a great place to explore before or after your trip. Whether you’re after big halibut, a mixed-bag adventure, or just want to experience one of Alaska’s most iconic fishing towns, Homer delivers.
We offer both six passenger as well as larger capacity boats that hold up to 12 anglers. We also offer half-day halibut fishing trips from Homer that stay relatively close to Kachemak Bay. Anglers can choose from halibut or salmon only trips or multi-species trips targeting halibut, lingcod, and rockfish, or just halibut and salmon.
Seward Halibut and Multi-Species Fishing Trips
Located on the eastern side of the Kenai Peninsula, Seward sits inside the stunning Resurrection Bay and offers access to some of the most diverse saltwater fishing opportunities in Southcentral Alaska. With a well-developed harbor and a robust sportfishing fleet, Seward charters fish both the protected waters of the bay and the open Gulf of Alaska, often traveling as far as Montague Island.
Seward is a top destination for multi-species anglers. The combination of deep offshore waters and nearshore rock pinnacles creates ideal habitat for halibut, lingcod, and various species of rockfish. Saltwater salmon fishing is also excellent here, with king salmon present at times and a strong silver salmon run beginning in mid to late July.
Run times vary based on weather and the type of trip booked. Full-day, multi-species trips usually require several hours of travel to reach productive fishing grounds, while half-day salmon trips typically stay within or just outside Resurrection Bay.
We offer both six-passenger boats as well as larger capacity boats that hold up to 12 anglers. Anglers can choose halibut or salmon only trips or a multi-species trip to include halibut, rockfish, and lingcod, or halibut and salmon.
Cook Inlet, Homer and Seward Halibut, Lingcod and Rockfish Limits
The limit for halibut is two fish per person, per day with only one fish allowed to exceed 27 inches. The rockfish limit is three fish per person, per day and only one can be a non-pelagic rockfish (yelloweye). The lingcod limit is one fish per person, per day with a size restriction of 30-35 inches or 55 inches or longer. The annual lingcod limit is two fish with one between 30-35 inches and one over 55 inches.
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