Saltwater & Coast
Spin, Cast & Bait
Chiniak Bay Fishing Guide
Alaska
Kodiak's home bay, where Chinook salmon feed year-round and anglers fish for coho out toward Cape Chiniak.
Trip at a Glance
Anglers come to Chiniak Bay for chinook salmon and coho salmon. In October, chinook salmon and coho salmon are in season. We don't list a shop within 45 miles yet, so stock up before you go. Buskin River is also nearby if you want to make a trip of it.
Season at a Glance
What You'll Catch
Chiniak Bay Species
Images: Michael Humling, USFWS; Timothy Knepp, USFWS. Public domain.
Plan by Month
What to Use
Nothing specific listed for October. Try a neighboring month. marks species in season in October.
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Rod & Reel
Recommended Setups
Chinook Salmon
Fly 10 ft 9 or 10 wt rod, sink-tip line, 15 to 20 lb leader.
Spin / Cast 9 to 10.5 ft medium-heavy casting rod, line-counter or levelwind reel, 20 to 30 lb line.
Coho Salmon
Fly 9 to 10 ft 8 wt rod, sink-tip line, 12 lb leader.
Spin / Cast 8.5 to 9 ft medium rod, 3000 spinning reel, 10 to 15 lb line.
Within 25 Miles
Shops Near Chiniak Bay
No shops listed nearby yet. Suggest one.
Within 25 Miles
Guides and Charters Near Chiniak Bay
Kodiak Marine Charters
Kodiak, Alaska· 6 mi
St. Paul Harbor 907-313-6989
Per their website: Full-Day Trips
Rogue Charters
Kodiak, Alaska· 8 mi
322 Lilly Dr 907-885-1099
Per their website: Half-Day Trips, Full-Day Trips
Kodiak Island Adventures
Kodiak, Alaska· 9 mi
10739 Chiniak Dr 907-539-6474
Per their website: Full-Day Trips
Make It a Trip