Ketchikan Alaska Fishing Report
he Fishing Report July 2024
July 27th still a few Kings around!
Welcome to our Ketchikan fishing report July update! As we move through the heart of the summer, we are still seeing a few quality King Salmon (Chinook) around the area. While the massive June schools have passed, dedicated anglers are still finding success by being persistent and hitting the water during the prime morning and evening bites.
Where the Kings are Holding Fishing for King Salmon in the Ketchikan area has been yielding some promising results in specific pockets. Key hotspots for late July include:
The Tongass Narrows: Targeted deeper channels are producing fish.
Clover Pass: A consistent summer favorite for holding feeder Kings.
Mountain Point: Watching for bait balls here has paid off for a few lucky boats.
Trolling Tactics Trolling with herring and hoochies has proven most effective this month. A slow and steady approach at depths between 60 and 90 feet is often the ticket. We’ve also seen success using flashers and cut plugs to grab the attention of those more elusive Kings. The fish coming over the rail are in excellent condition—bright, hard-fighting, and perfect for the smoker or the grill.
Looking Ahead While King Salmon numbers are modest right now, the variety in the salt is increasing daily. We are keeping a close eye on the water as we anticipate the arrival of the first big pulses of Silver salmon.
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