Halibut, Salmon, and Multi-Species Fishing

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Fishing in Kodiak, Alaska

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from Kodiak Raspberry Island Remote Lodge centers on species such as Pacific halibut, king salmon, sockeye salmon, and silver salmon—along with lingcod, rockfish, Pacific cod, and tanner (Snow) crab—within one of the most productive marine environments in coastal Alaska. 
 
Our remote location and protected starting point within Raspberry Strait allows for quick access to productive saltwater fishing, and, during the right season, nearby rivers for spin or fly fishing for sockeye and silver salmon.
 
Targeting and catching multiple species in a single day is common, with each trip shaped by the season and interests of those aboard.
 
Our three hydrofoil-assist catamarans were designed and built for efficient access along remote shorelines and for comfortably fishing these waters. Each vessel carries no more than six guests, with private boat reservations available for those seeking a more exclusive experience.
 
Every boat is fully outfitted with high-quality rods, reels, tackle, and safety equipment, allowing guests to focus on fishing rather than logistics.
 
At day’s end, your catch is handled with the care good food deserves from the moment it is harvested — bled, filleted, vacuum-sealed, labeled, frozen, and packed in our custom insulated, airline-approved waxed fish boxes for transport home. Each group leaves with the fish they harvested during their stay: Grade A Alaskan seafood, hand caught on these waters, carefully prepared, clearly labeled, and forever linked to the memories of Raspberry Island.
 
Many who fish here return year after year, drawn back to familiar water and the steady pull of what waits in the deep.

FISHING FAQ

No experience is required. We regularly host both seasoned anglers and first-time Alaska fishermen. Our captains and guides tailor instruction, technique, and pace, ensuring everyone feels confident and engaged.  Fish on!!

Our fishing boats depart from our beach at 8:30am, with a short run from our protected starting point in Raspberry Strait to wherever we believe the fish are holding that day. We regularly target multiple species, typically focusing on halibut and salmon, though catching rockfish, lingcod, Pacific cod, and crab in a single outing is also common.  We return by 5:30pm, where your harvest is filleted, vacuum-sealed, labeled, and frozen for transport home.

Fishing can be as active or as relaxed as you prefer. We fish with stand-up gear with two speed Accurate Reels for those who enjoy the challenge, and electric reels are available for guests who prefer assistance. Comfort and enjoyment remain central to the experience. There is plenty of seating inside our boats, along with a private bathroom featuring a flush toilet.

Our hydrofoil-assist catamarans provide exceptional stability, and we operate in protected waters when possible, typically running to the lee side of the islands if necessary. Most guests are comfortable, and we’re happy to discuss preventative measures before your trip.

Harvest limits are governed by state and federal regulations and vary by species and season. We ensure all fishing remains within legal limits, and introduced a lodge specific Pacific cod limit.   That said, we do not have a lodge-imposed box or pound limit beyond those regulations, and your catch is professionally processed, packaged, and prepared for transport home, all included in our packages, with no extra fees.

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fish species

The surrounding waters support a wide range of North Pacific species, including all five Pacific salmon, halibut, lingcod, multiple rockfish species, Pacific cod, and Tanner crab. We target all of them.

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Your Fishing Experience

Fishing here is shaped as much by weather, tide, wildlife, and landscape as the catch itself—days may include multiple species targeted through various techniques in both fresh and salt water.

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OUR BOATS

Our three custom aluminum catamarans were designed specifically for our life and work here in coastal Alaska, combining stability, range, enclosed comfort, and efficient access to remote fishing grounds.