Haines-Skagway Management Area
Fishing Opportunities
Chilkoot River sockeye and pink salmon
Description
The Chilkoot River is one of the most popular freshwater fishing sites in Southeast Alaska. A mile-long paved road provides easy access to the river and to Chilkoot Lake, where there is a boat ramp and a campground in Chilkoot Lake State Recreation Site. Most anglers fish below the Chilkoot River weir from shore or by wading mid-river. The outlet of Chilkoot Lake and the lake itself are also popular sites.
Sockeye salmon fishing occurs June through August. Pink salmon are available in July and August. Limits for sockeye salmon 16 inches or longer are 6 daily and 12 in possession. Limits for pink salmon are also 6 daily and 12 in possession.
Tackle
Rod and reel anglers use salmon eggs and artificial lures. Fly fisherman are successful using red streamers or small red sponges.
Getting There
Chilkoot Lake is near the end Lutak Road, 10 miles north of Haines and 5 miles north of the Alaska Marine Highway terminal.
Species
Dates
Ends: August 244
Regulations
Before you go fishing please check the regulations.