Cook Inlet Halibut & Saltwater
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Cook Inlet Halibut & Saltwater

Deep-water barn doors, feeder Kings & ocean-bright Silvers

Rate
$350 – $450
Duration
8 – 10 Hours (Full Day)
Capacity
Up to 6 anglers
Skill Level
Moderate

Overview

Venture onto the nutrient-rich waters of Cook Inlet, Kachemak Bay, and Deep Creek for heavyweight Pacific Halibut, Rockfish, and ocean-bright King & Silver Salmon. Choose our Saltwater Salmon charter ($350), dedicated Halibut charter ($425), or the ultimate Halibut/Salmon Combo ($450).

Trip Highlights

  • Target hard-fighting Pacific Halibut from 30-pounders to 150+ lb 'barn doors'
  • Saltwater Salmon ($350), Halibut ($425), or Halibut/Salmon Combo ($450) options
  • Heavy-duty deep-sea rods, reels, circle hooks, herring/octopus bait, and scent bags provided
  • Panoramic views of active Cook Inlet volcanoes (Mt. Redoubt, Mt. Iliamna) and marine wildlife

Sample Day on the Water

06:00 AMBoard vessel at harbor or tractor launch; safety briefing & run to the tide rips.
07:15 AMAnchor on slack-tide halibut structure; drop scent bags and baited circle hooks.
11:30 AMSwitch to trolling or mooching for saltwater King and Silver Salmon (on Combo trips).
03:00 PMReturn to port, trophy photos on the dock, and full filleting service.

What's Included

  • · USCG-licensed saltwater captain & deckhand support
  • · All heavy saltwater tackle, bait, jigs, and downriggers
  • · Full safety gear and electronics
  • · Expert filleting of your halibut cheeks and fillets at the dock

What to Bring

  • · Alaska Sport Fishing License
  • · Warm windproof/waterproof outerwear and non-marking rubber boots
  • · Full-day lunch, snacks, and drinks
  • · Motion sickness preventative (taken the night before & morning of launch)
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