Seasons and Regulations
King (Chinook) Salmon
Run Timing: May 1 to Sept. 1
Peak of the Run: mid-May to mid-July
Prime Time: May and June
Average Size: 20-25 Lbs.
Bragging Rights: 30, 40 Pounders
Trophy: 50 Lbs. and Above
2012 Non-Resident Regulations
- 2 Per Day in May
- 1 Per Day during June to Sept.
- 4 Per Year Total
Silver (Coho) Salmon
Run Timing: mid-July to mid-Sept.
Average Size: 6 to 20 Lbs.
2012 Non-Resident Regulations
- 6 Per Day
- No Annual Limit
Halibut
Run Timing: May to Sept.
Size Range: 10 to 400 Lbs.
2012 Non-Resident Regulations
- 1 Per Day
- No Annual Limit
- Up to 45" (43 Lbs) or over 68" (163 Lbs)
Ling Cod
Open Season
May 16 to Nov. 30
Size Limit
Length: 30" to 35" or 55" or greater
Annual Limit
2 Fish: one 30 to 35" in length and one 55" or greater
2012 Non-Resident Regulations
- 1 Per Day
- 2 Per Year Total
Pelagic Rockfish (Sea Bass)
Run Timing: May to Sept.
Size Range: 2 to 8 Lbs.
2012 Non-Resident Regulations
- 5 Per Day
- No Annual Limit
Non-Pelagic Rockfish
(Yelloweye, Silvergray, China, Copper, Tiger, Quillback)Run Timing: May to Sept.
Size Range: 2 to 20 Lbs.
2012 Non-Resident Regulations
- 2 Per Day, Only 1 Yelloweye Per Day
- 1 Yelloweye Per Year
About Seasons and Regulations
Run timing can vary year to year. Season fish regulations are subject to change anytime.Kain's Fishing Adventures spends much time, effort and money to ensure the best regulations possible for the guided sport fishers. It is our goal to maintain long term sustainability of the resource as well as fair access to the resource. We and many other members of the Southeast Alaska Guides Organization (SEAGO), ALaska Charter Association (ACA and SItka Charter Boat Operators Association (SCBOA) have worked endlessly to improve our regulations. If you would like to know how you can help and get involved please contact us.
Our philosophy hasn't changed - the experience and comradery, with friends and family remains unchanged, you cannot put a limit on any of these things. We recognize that fish to take home is an important part of the experience; we ensure every fish caught on our boats are expertly taken care of, from the moment it hits the deck, till its frozen and boxed for shipment home. As we navigate the ever changing regulations, we are committed to provide you the experience of a lifetime, top rate service and enjoy it on the beautiful salt water wilderness surrounding Sitka, Alaska.
2011 Kain's Brochure