Alaska fishing: Juneau area

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Species

Marine boat fishing is the major angling activity in the Juneau area. The number one species of interest to anglers is king salmon, followed closely by halibut and coho salmon. Pink salmon, chum salmon and red salmon are also caught in the area, along with Dolly Varden and trout.  Crab are available.

Geography

The Juneau area is the largest in SE Alaska and the most varied. The landscapes are comprised primarily of steep mountains and deep fjords. The mountains are covered with dense rainforest, except where logged or otherwise disturbed.  Glaciers in the coast mountains are common and some come to tidewater.

Best saltwater fishing times in northern Southeast Alaska (ADF&G data)

Best freshwater fishing times in northern Southeast Alaska (ADF&G data)

Transportation

Juneau is served by daily jet service from the continental United States. Other communities are served by frequent commuter flights. The Alaska marine highway calls at Juneau, Haines, Skagway, Hoonah, and Tenakee Hot Springs. Float planes serve other locations. Haines and Skagway are the only communities directly connected to the North American road system.

Weather

Southeast Alaska weather is unpredictable but tends toward wet. The summer months are usually relatively dry by Southeast Alaska standards, but as the summer ends, the fall storms begin. Anglers should be prepared for wet weather. Even overcast days with drizzle can be pleasant. The least favorable fishing days are those with wind and rain.

Current Alaska Department of Fish and Game fishing reports (updated regularly during the summer months)

Haines and Juneau fishing report

Alaska Fishing Forum (active forums with over 1,000 active members)

Area Descriptions for Southeast Alaska

Haines/Skagway
Juneau
Ketchikan
Petersburg
Prince of Wales
Sitka
Wrangell
Yakutat

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