Reel in your daily halibut limit with an experienced captain aboard a spacious 8-person vessel.
8–10 hrs
Gear, bait, fish cleaning
Cast your line into Kachemak Bay and Cook Inlet aboard the 34-foot Irish Mist. Spend a full day chasing hard-fighting halibut with an experienced captain and comfortable eight-person vessel.
What kind of shoes do you recommend?
Non-slip waterproof shoes!
Do you provide lunch?
No, but the crew can offer recommendations.
Am I guaranteed a fish or my limit?
No, results depend on conditions and federal regulations
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Why don't you fish on certain days?
Closures are set by the International Pacific Halibut Commission to protect the stock.
How many charter businesses operate here?
The fishery is limited entry and the exact number varies.
Are you married?
Please refrain from personal questions.
Alaska sport fishing license required for non-residents 16+ and residents 18+. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Participants should be comfortable on open water and disclose medical concerns when booking.
Cancel up to 14 days before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 14 days are charged 50% unless the seat is resold. Cancellations within 24 hours or no-shows are charged 100%. Trips canceled by the operator due to weather before departure receive a full refund; if weather forces an early return a US$30 per person fee is applied.
4287 Homer Spit Rd, Homer, AK 99603
With a stellar reputation built on consistently putting guests on fish, this Homer charter operation runs a professional outfit with multiple captains and boats. Captain Brian, Captain Ally, Jay (the "Bearded Pirate"), and Captain Finn all get specific shout-outs for their expertise and friendly approach. The crew really shines here—deckhands like Anna, Neveah, and Michael earn repeated praise for keeping lines untangled, helping with catches, and making everyone feel welcome. Guests regularly report limiting out on halibut even late in the season when expectations are lower, plus bonus catches of rockfish, cod, and various salmon species. The fleet includes both larger vessels like the Irish (which can handle 16+ passengers) and smaller boats for more intimate trips. Most reviewers highlight the professionalism from check-in through the safety talk to the actual fishing, with captains willing to share knowledge and answer questions. One negative review mentioned a trip being outsourced to a different provider with timing issues and overcrowding, though they still praised the captain and crew. First-timers and experienced anglers alike seem to have excellent days on the water, making this a solid choice for Homer fishing charters.
We did a 4th of July charter and it was absolutely incredible - gorgeous sun all day, clear panoramic views of the mountains and volcanoes all around, everyone on the boat hit their Halibut limit so quickly... plus we got a few cod! The captain and crew were super helpful when they needed to be but let us do our own thing for the most part, they were a blast to be around and they made the experience. Could not have planned a better trip if we tried, can't wait to come back!
Alex Murphy
July 7, 2025
We did a 4th of July charter and it was absolutely incredible - gorgeous sun all day, clear panoramic views of the mountains and volcanoes all around, everyone on the boat hit their Halibut limit so quickly... plus we got a few cod! The captain and crew were super helpful when they needed to be but let us do our own thing for the most part, they were a blast to be around and they made the experience. Could not have planned a better trip if we tried, can't wait to come back!
Alex Murphy
July 7, 2025