Fish for salmon and rockfish on a fully guided Seward day charter
Up to 6-10 hours
Up to 6 people
Head out from Seward on the FV/Blackjack for a guided day of fishing in Resurrection Bay and the Gulf of Alaska. You’ll travel 1.5–3 hours each way to the fishing grounds, then fish for rockfish and mooch for salmon on the ride back.
Lingcod is not available until after July 1. Bring a fishing license plus your own food and drinks. Gratuity is not included; bring cash to tip the crew (standard is usually 20–25% or $50–100 per angler).
If cancelled before departure due to weather: 100% refund. If you leave the dock but can’t fish due to weather: $50/person fee. 60–90 days: full refund; 30–60 days: refund minus 15% fee; 0–29 days: no refund. Changes after booking: $10 per angler. Possible fuel surcharge.
Bring a fishing license (printed or electronically signed on your phone), your own food and drinks, and warm layered clothing (rain gear is a good idea).
No. Your guided fishing trip is fully outfitted with fishing gear.
No. Gratuities are not included. Bring cash to tip the crew; the standard is usually 20–25% of the trip cost or $50–100 per angler.
Seward
Dan and Sarah have built something special here on the Kenai River. Guests rave about the immaculate cabins with full kitchens and all the gear you could need, from waders to fishing rods to processing facilities on-site. The property itself gets high marks for its prime location right on the river, where moose and eagles are regular visitors and you can fish from the docks. Sarah especially earns consistent praise for being an exceptional host who goes above and beyond, teaching guests to clean and fillet their catch, arranging fishing charters, and making everyone feel like family. The fishing operation runs both ocean charters out of Homer and Seward plus river trips for salmon, and guests consistently report hitting their limits with knowledgeable captains and crew. What stands out is how many reviewers become repeat visitors, booking their next trip before they even leave. People genuinely appreciate the attention to detail, from the stocked community fridge to the smoker and grills available for use. This is clearly a well-run operation where hosts have thought through every aspect of an Alaska fishing experience.
Big Dan's was awesome. Stayed at the lodge and spent a day out halibut fishing. Can't recall name of the boat but it is 🤯. Recommended for anyone interested in fishing the Kenai or staying in soldatna. Dan and his wife, who's name escapes me, are terrific. Cabins are very well equipped and clean. You can't go wrong.
Clinton Leiva
September 23, 2025
Big Dan's was awesome. Stayed at the lodge and spent a day out halibut fishing. Can't recall name of the boat but it is 🤯. Recommended for anyone interested in fishing the Kenai or staying in soldatna. Dan and his wife, who's name escapes me, are terrific. Cabins are very well equipped and clean. You can't go wrong.
Clinton Leiva
September 23, 2025