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Ketchikan, Alaska Fishing Calendar

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Chinook Salmon
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Chum Salmon
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Coho Salmon
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Halibut
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Good
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Good
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Lingcod
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Good
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Pink Salmon
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Rockfish
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Good
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Good
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Sockeye Salmon
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If you’re fishing in Ketchikan, AK knowing when to toss out a line is key. Our Ketchikan fishing seasons calendar lays out which species are running right now and with color-coded seasonality, it’s easy to see what’s biting in Ketchikan right now. From which months to catch chinook salmon in Ketchikan to which months are best for coho salmon in Ketchikan and every other species in between, we’ve aggregated the data so you can plan your next trip to Ketchikan with confidence. Ready to book your trip? See here all our Ketchikan fishing charters, find something you like, and let us set you up for the trip of a lifetime!