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Sockeye Salmon Fishing Guides

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River Fishing Trip in Healy

Alaska Float Fishing

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River, Lake Fishing Trip in Everett

Steelhead And Salmon Drift Boat

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1 - 3 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
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Nearshore Fishing Charter in Ketchikan

Ketchikan Multi-Day Fishing

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28 ft
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore, River Fishing Charter in Everett

Steelhead And Salmon Jet Sled

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore, River Fishing Charter in Cohoe

Kasilof River King Salmon Trip

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20 ft 1 - 4 People From $450
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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River, Lake Fishing Trip in Cook

Salmon Trips

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25 ft 1 - 12 People From $500
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Rockport

Rockport Bay Blitz

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23 ft 1 - 5 People From $600
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Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Rockport

Rockport Bay Slam

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22 ft 1 - 5 People From $575
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Duck Hunting Trip in Rockport

Rockport Duck Slam

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21 ft 1 - 6 People From $450
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Fishing in Destin
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Flats, Duck Fishing, Hunting Charter in Rockport

Duck Hunt & Gigging Combo

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21 ft 1 - 6 People From $750
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore Fishing Charter in Rockport

Inshore Slam - 22' Majek

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Rockport

Texas Gulf Coast Inshore Action

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25 ft 1 - 4 People From $650
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Duck Hunting Trip in Rockport

Rockport Duck Hunt

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $300
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Rockport

Rockport Bay Trip (Drifting Or Wading)

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24 ft 1 - 8 People From $550
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Rockport

Rockport Roundup Fishing Trip

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Rockport

Rockport Bay-Full Day Fishing

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23 ft 1 - 12 People From $700
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Inshore, Flats, Duck Fishing, Hunting Charter in Rockport

Rockport Cast And Blast

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24 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Jetty, Flats Fishing Charter in Rockport

All Day Fishing

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20 ft 1 - 4 People From $850

Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip

What are the best sockeye salmon fishing trips?

Why should I book a sockeye salmon fishing trip with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 8 sockeye salmon trips, and the most popular trips are Kasilof River King Salmon Trip guided by Nickolas, Alaska Float Fishing guided by Rene, and Salmon Trips guided by Ivan.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly sockeye salmon guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly sockeye salmon guides.

What types of sockeye salmon fishing trips are common?

River fishing is the most popular type of fishing for sockeye salmon as well as nearshore fishing, lake fishing, and inshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques are light tackle fishing, trolling, and fly fishing but drift fishing and artificial lure fishing are popular as well.

How much does a sockeye salmon fishing trip cost?

Prices for sockeye salmon can range anywhere from about $550 to $6,365, but the average price for a half day trip for sockeye salmon is $675. The average price for a full day trip for sockeye salmon is $3,635.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for sockeye salmon fishing?

The most popular season for sockeye salmon fishing is summer, and most anglers book their trips 44 days in advance.

Do I need a fishing license for sockeye salmon and what are the bag limits for sockeye salmon?

See here for more information on sockeye salmon fishing licenses, sockeye salmon bag limits, and fishing season regulations for sockeye salmon. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right sockeye salmon rules and regulations.

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