One of our traveling companions, a die-hard fisherman, decided to forego the totem tours with us and opted to GO FISHING. He found a place on the waterfront where he could rent equipment and buy bait, and for several hours, he did what he loved to do- FISH. And the fishing was wonderful. He caught a total of 17 beautiful silver salmon. Being a true sportsman, he used the catch and release method. Of course, we accused him of catching the same fish seventeen times. Cost of this priceless fishing experience, including all equipment and bate was $ 12.00 per hour.
There are also many sport fishing expeditions available in the waters surrounding Ketchikan. These tours are usually 4 to 5 hours long and include tackle, fishing gear, bait, rain jacket, snacks and beverages for a cost of $160.00 per person.
Fish of the area include salmon, halibut, steelhead, lingcod and rockfish.