Alaska Halibut Fishing
Cook Inlet Halibut
In Alaska, saltwater fishing means Pacific halibut and neighboring Cook Inlet is home to the finest Alaska halibut fishing in all the world. We are proud to offer first class fishing trips for these bottom-dwelling giants. Aside from the excitement of hauling one of these mighty creatures from the deep, their savory flesh is a delicacy second to none. This full-day trip is both tide and weather dependent and it is not uncommon to encounter whales, sea otters and other marine life in the prolific marine waters of Cook Inlet. Boats are spacious, powerful, and capable of carrying six passengers, not including the captain and his assistant. This is a highly recommended addition to any Alaskan vacation.
Here, in the waters of Cook Inlet adjacent to the Kenai Peninsula, reside some of the largest halibut in the world. Fish over 100 pounds are not uncommon. However, we encourage anglers to release the larger fish and instead retain the fish under 80 pounds for the best eating quality. We call the smaller and better-eating fish “chickens.” Most of the very large fish are female, old and not very good table fare. It is better to allow the largest fish to survive and reproduce so that we have plentiful fishing in the years to come. Consult the tide tables for the best times to fish. In addition to halibut fishing in Cook Inlet, we also offer halibut fishing from Homer and Seward.
Season:
•May 1-Sept 15
Limit:
•Two fish
Methods:
•Bottom fishing with bait, jigs.
Average Size and Record:
•Halibut average about 20 to 40 lbs., however it is not unusual to catch fish approaching 100 lbs.
•The record halibut was 440 lbs., Icy Straight, 1978.
More on Cook Inlet Halibut Fishing
Mark and Cindy Glassmaker have been married for 28 years, and their business, Alaska Fishing with Mark Glassmaker, has been operating since 1990. Over the past 34 years guiding on the Kenai River, we’ve witnessed many changes. Through early diversification and the dedication of our entire guide staff and team, we’ve built and maintained what we believe is the premier Kenai River fishing experience.
We take great pride in our work and in the reputation our business stands for. Your trip becomes part of that legacy, and we are committed to making it exceptional. Every outing is approached with 100% effort and service, ensuring that your Alaska fishing trips not only meets but exceeds expectations.