Juneau Fishing Charters

Juneau-based charter operation run by Captain David offering king salmon and Pacific halibut fishing, plus whale watching, wildlife tours, and water taxi service, with trips customized for cruise ship visitors.

Operating from Juneau, this combo-focused charter puts anglers on Stephens Passage and Lynn Canal for king and silver salmon and halibut while positioning the boat to encounter the humpback whales that feed daily in these waters. Trips typically run 6-8 hours to give guests meaningful time on the fishing grounds and with wildlife, including Steller sea lions and bald eagles. The approach suits cruise passengers and families who want both a fishing and a wildlife experience in a single outing.

Departing from Auke Bay Harbor 12 miles north of downtown Juneau, this charter targets halibut on the deep grounds of Stephens Passage and king and silver salmon that stage along Douglas Island and in Fritz Cove. Juneau sits at the intersection of major migration corridors, making it possible to fish both species in the same trip from late May through September. Half-day and full-day options are available for anglers of all experience levels.

Small-group Juneau fishing charter with a maximum of four anglers per trip, offering personalized guided experiences for halibut and salmon in the waters around Douglas Island and Admiralty Island.

Taku Glacier Charters runs into Taku Inlet, a dramatic fjord 26 miles southeast of Juneau backed by the advancing Taku Glacier—one of the few glaciers in Alaska that is still growing. The inlet supports strong runs of king and sockeye salmon, and the remote setting offers wildlife viewing including mountain goats and brown bears along the surrounding ridgelines. Access is by motorboat or floatplane, giving the trip a wilderness character hard to match from downtown Juneau.

This charter runs from Juneau out to the nutrient-rich waters of Icy Strait, where strong tidal currents concentrate king and coho salmon and flat-bottom halibut ground sits within practical reach. Icy Strait is famously productive—a 482-pound halibut was landed there in 2014—and humpback whales are a frequent sighting along the route. The longer transit from Juneau compared to Hoonah-based operators is offset by access to multiple species in a single day.