Set out from Icy Strait Point for a 3–5 hour halibut fishing charter where guides supply gear, wildlife sightings are common, and 2025 retention rules may affect what you can keep. Learn what to expect on deck and how to prepare.
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A cold breeze lifts off the channel as the charter slips away from the Icy Strait Point dock, engines humming and gulls tracking the wake. The boat crosses a wide, glacially carved inlet where steep headlands drop into dark water, and within minutes the fishing lines are out — taut against the Pacific and the possibility of a heavy halibut on the other end.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be able to manage short ladder steps and stand for periods while reeling.
Wildlife
History
This coastline is part of the traditional territory of the Tlingit people; fishing and marine stewardship are long-standing cultural practices here.
Conservation
The region relies on regulated harvests and marine protected practices; visitors are encouraged to follow catch-and-release guidance when applicable and pack out all waste.
Reserve your spot on the Halibut Fishing Charter today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Dress in layers with waterproof outerwear
Weather on the water can change fast—bring a windproof shell and warm mid-layers even on sunny days.
Bring seasickness prevention
Take medication or use acupressure bands before boarding if you get queasy; the crossing can be bumpy.
Pack camera and binoculars
Binoculars help spot whales and sea lions; a fast shutter camera captures the flapping tail or breaching humpback.
Carry ID and check regulations
Have photo ID for fishery paperwork and verify current halibut size and retention rules before you fish.
Waterproof jacket
Keeps you dry and blocks wind spray during cool, wet spring trips.
spring
Warm mid-layer
Even summer mornings can be cold; a fleece or wool layer retains heat when the wind picks up.
summer
Motion-sickness medication or bands
Prevents nausea on choppy crossings so you can fish comfortably.
Binoculars or zoom lens
Improves wildlife viewing distance for whales, sea lions and coastal birds.