Salmon
Sitka, Alaska Salmon Fishing Trips & Tours
Why fish in Sitka?
Sitka is on the great migration highway of salmon that occurs each spring and summer from the North Pacific Ocean to all the streams along the west coast of North America. Justifiably so, Sitka is often times referred to as “the best salmon fishing on the west coast.”
These salmon are mint-bright and feeding salmon (as opposed to spawning salmon), so they bite more often and at all times of the day. Feeders are stronger fighters, so come ready to meet your match. The fillets of feeder salmon are bright, the flesh is firm, the oil content is rich, and the taste is delicious.
How we fish for salmon
We fish the way you are most comfortable with, from mooching to trolling, but always with light tackle. When you have a fishing story, the hookup is the start of the fishing adventure, the netting is the culmination, and the “reel” time is where the action is. The experience of our clientele on the Sea Roamer is that and more. With our light tackle, there are many twist and turns.
How we fish for salmon
We fish the way you are most comfortable with, from mooching to trolling, but always with light tackle. When you have a fishing story, the hookup is the start of the fishing adventure, the netting is the culmination, and the “reel” time is where the action is. The experience of our clientele on the Sea Roamer is that and more. With our light tackle, there are many twist and turns.
Of all the Alaska salmon fishing trips out there, Sitka salmon is well known to be some of the best and is among the top Alaska salmon fishing destinations in the state.
King vs. Coho
In Sitka, there are two species of salmon to choose from (or not): Chinook (King) and Coho. Both are available for fishing all season long. The differences are subtle but distinct and mostly have to do with the meat. Both of these Sitka salmon varieties are delicious, nutritious, and an exciting angler challenge!
Chinook (King) salmon is the prime rib steak of fish—the finest that it gets. The kind you break out the white tablecloth for. It has the most flavor and the highest content of Omega 3’s.
Coho salmon is like the top shelf free range chicken of fish. The meat is lighter in density with a milder flavor, but it pairs well with sauces and appeals more to some palettes.
Why is Sea Roamer Charters the best Alaska salmon fishing guide?
Sitka salmon is one of the major tourist industries in town and there is no shortage of competition when it comes to Alaska salmon fishing trips, tours, and charters. But with us, you will truly be getting a one of a kind, individualized experience. Our unique custom built vessel is optimized for ideal positioning and maneuvering as you lure and wrestle your catch, and trust us—you will want all the help you can get! The thrill of fishing is in the hunt and Sitka salmon will definitely keep you on your toes.
We also have some of the top captains and crews on the water—the ones who know all the tips and tricks of getting the most out of your Sitka salmon fishing excursion. All of the average, run of the mill Alaska salmon fishing trips can’t compare to the wealth of experience our guys have on these waters. Whether you’re a beginner or a longtime pro, we will get you a Sitka salmon catch you can be proud of.