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Homer
Peak Season: May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Homer

Halibut Fishing Capital of the World. Homer sits on Kachemak Bay at the tip of the Homer Spit, offering unmatched access to Alaska's best halibut grounds.

Active Charters
0 Verified
Target Species
3 Primary
Avg. Trip Price
$450 CAD
Top Rated
5.0/5

Field Notes: The Bite

Homer is a premier fishing destination with world-class angling opportunities.

Homer sits on Kachemak Bay at the tip of the Homer Spit, offering unmatched access to Alaska's best halibut grounds.

Target Species

Pacific Halibut

Pacific Halibut

SeasonMay-Sep
Avg. Weight20-200 lbs
TechniqueBottom fishing
DifficultyIntermediate
Chinook Salmon

Chinook Salmon

SeasonAll year long
Avg. Weight15-60 lbs
TechniqueDownrigger trolling
DifficultyAdvanced
Lingcod

Lingcod

SeasonMay to October
Avg. Weight10-40 lbs
TechniqueJigging
DifficultyIntermediate

The Run Timing

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Fishing charters near Homer

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Live Conditions

Water Temp
54°F · Ideal
Tide (Next High)
2:45 PM +11.2ft
Wind
10kts NW
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous
Offshore Forecast (3-Day)
GO — Favorable

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