Whittier Alaska Salmon Fishing
Salmon fishing for all five species of Alaska's finest is nothing short of excellent in the waters surrounding Whittier. Chinook, Coho, Sockeye, Chum, and Pink Salmon are all present at specific times of the year. The best time to fish for salmon is from mid May through September.
| Salmon Species | Avilability | Peak Fishing Times |
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| Chinook salmon (King) | Mid May to Early July | June |
| Chum salmon | Mid May through August | June |
| Pink salmon | June through August | July and August |
| Sockeye salmon | June through August | July and August |
| Silver salmon (Coho) | June through October | Mid July through September |
In Whittier, many visitors enjoy some salmon fishing from the shoreline in town and from the trail system that follows the waters edge.