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Tongass Narrows Fishing Guide

Alaska

A 10 mile marine channel along Ketchikan's waterfront where anglers fish for king and coho salmon.

Trip at a Glance

Anglers come to Tongass Narrows for chinook salmon and coho salmon. In October, chinook salmon and coho salmon are in season. There is 1 shop within 45 miles; the closest is The Tackle Shack at Thorne Bay in Thorne Bay, about 40 mi away.

Season at a Glance

Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
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What You'll Catch

Tongass Narrows Species

Chinook Salmon

Chinook Salmon

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Best: May to Oct

Coho Salmon

Coho Salmon

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Best: Aug to Nov

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 Tongass Narrows

    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 45 Miles

    Shops Near Tongass Narrows

    Farther Out

    Within 25 Miles

    Guides and Charters Near Tongass Narrows