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Port Valdez Fishing Guide

Alaska

A fjord at the head of Valdez Arm where shore and boat anglers catch silver salmon off Allison Point and kings in May and June.

Trip at a Glance

Anglers come to Port Valdez for chinook salmon and coho salmon. In October, coho salmon is in season. We don't list a shop within 45 miles yet, so stock up before you go.

Season at a Glance

Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
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What You'll Catch

Port Valdez Species

Chinook Salmon

Chinook Salmon

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Best: May to Jun

Coho Salmon

Coho Salmon

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Images: Michael Humling, USFWS; Timothy Knepp, USFWS. Public domain.

Plan by Month

What to Use

Month
Fish

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.

    Matched to These Species

    Gear for Port Valdez

    Fly Rods

    Orvis Clearwater 9 ft 8 wt Fly Rod

    An 8 weight handles bass bugs, redfish flats, and wind. The most versatile warmwater and inshore size.

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    Within 25 Miles

    Shops Near Port Valdez

    No shops listed nearby yet. Suggest one.

    Within 25 Miles

    Guides and Charters Near Port Valdez