Alaska Sport Fishing

The Pura Vida, Jeff’s 30ft Shamrock, returning to Chinook Shores after a day guiding Washington state anglers. Every day is Fish Friday at the lodge.

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Self Guided Fishing Boat Rentals in Alaska

Did you know, when you book a fishing vacation at Chinook Shore Lodge, you get your own boat to use while you fish in Ketchikan, Alaska? Specifically the waters in and around Knudson Cove, Clover Pass, Vallenar Bay and Grant Island. Our self-guided fleet consists of five North River Seahawk aluminum power boats and two… Continue reading Self Guided Fishing Boat Rentals in Alaska

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Purchase Alaska Fishing Licenses, Tags, Stamps, Permits Online

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game website has all of the information you need to purchase a sport fishing license online. While we are able to issue licenses to guests at Chinook Shores Lodge, we recommend you purchase your license in advance — that will help get you out fishing faster when you arrive.… Continue reading Purchase Alaska Fishing Licenses, Tags, Stamps, Permits Online

Do you know what time it is? It’s FISH:30

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Silver Salmon Season in Ketchikan, Alaska: Fishing and Catching Coho

While many people prefer fishing for Chinook salmon (aka King salmon) during the months of May and June in Ketchikan, other anglers prefer fishing for Coho salmon (aka Silver salmon) in September. The primary reason being that is the bag limit for Silver salmon is six (6) per day whereas the King salmon has a bag limit of… Continue reading Silver Salmon Season in Ketchikan, Alaska: Fishing and Catching Coho

100 Alaska Fishing Lodges

We are happy to provide you with information about Alaskan cities, fishing regions, rivers, lakes and streams. For additional information about our lodge, please contact us! Chinook Shores Lodge (Ketchikan) Adventures in Kodiak (Kodiak) Afishhunt Charters (Ninilchik) Afognak Lodge (Kodiak) Alaska Arctic Sun (Colorado) Alaska Coastal Explorer (Wasilla) Alaska Fishing Adventures (Ketchikan) Alaska Fishing and… Continue reading 100 Alaska Fishing Lodges

Best Lodging/Fishing Trip Ever

Jeff and Nadra have a great setting and boat for guided or self guided fishing. We stayed in one of the very well equipped cabins. Jeff and Nadra were good company on the boat while we hunted down king salmon and halibut. A comfortable boat with everything you could ask for! Jeff has incredible knowledge… Continue reading Best Lodging/Fishing Trip Ever

2014 Ketchikan Alaska Fishing Photos

May Newsletter (2014)

Welcome to “Currents,” our newsletter written for fishing fanatics who want to go fishing in Alaska. Published annually, this email is intended to tell you who’s catching what, where, when and how. We hope you’ll enjoy reading about the latest news and happenings at Chinook Shores Lodge. We Got Hooked Jeff and Nadra were married April… Continue reading May Newsletter (2014)

2014 Ketchikan Alaska Fishing Packages

Chinook Shores Lodge has a couple remaining fishing packages available for the 2014 Alaska fishing season.  If you haven’t already booked your fishing trip, these are the best times to fish with us this summer: June 12-18. Three-to-seven nights for up to 6 people, guided or unguided. Expect to catch King salmon, Halibut and Rockfish. June 16-24. Four-to-eight… Continue reading 2014 Ketchikan Alaska Fishing Packages