Welcome to Svenson Sportfishing!
Our Mission: To Provide our Customers with Great Sportfishing Trips in the Salmon Capitol of the World,
Ketchikan, Alaska.
Ketchikan, Alaska.
Cruise Ship Specials
Charter Fishing in Ketchikan, Alaska
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Svenson Sportfishing is a locally owned and operated charter company fishing out of Clover Pass Marina and Resort in Ketchikan, Alaska. With access to some of the richest fishing grounds in the region, we offer a unique experience for anyone looking to connect with Alaska’s incredible marine life. Our experienced captains are dedicated to making your trip as memorable as it is rewarding.
Clover Pass is renowned for its exceptional salmon and halibut fishing. Located just a 20-minute shuttle ride from the cruise ship docks, our marina provides quick and easy access to productive fishing grounds. Within minutes of leaving the dock, you’ll be fishing in waters known for their consistency and abundance. |
The Svenson fleet is designed to accommodate everyone, from first-time anglers to seasoned fishing veterans, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and exciting experience for all.
At Svenson Sportfishing, we take pride in maintaining our boats and gear to the highest standards. Regular maintenance ensures everything is in top condition, and we understand the importance of keeping our vessels clean and ready for your trip. We also participate in annual U.S. Coast Guard Inspections for your safety and peace of mind. |
A Better Experience at a Better Price
Booking directly with Svenson Sportfishing offers you a more personalized, higher-quality fishing experience—often at a lower cost than charters booked through cruise lines. Here’s what sets us apart:
Booking directly with Svenson Sportfishing offers you a more personalized, higher-quality fishing experience—often at a lower cost than charters booked through cruise lines. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Private Trips: All of our charters are private, meaning your group will have the boat and captain all to yourselves. Whether you’re a group of 2, 4, or 6, you won’t be paired with strangers. Our six-pack license allows us to take up to six passengers per trip, ensuring a more personal and comfortable experience. In contrast, cruise-line charters often pair smaller groups together to fill the boat, which may not offer the privacy or flexibility you’re looking for.
- Trip Options: We offer flexible trip types, including 4-hour salmon, 4-hour halibut, and (time permitting) 6-hour combo trips. Cruise lines typically only offer 4-hour salmon trips, limiting your options.
- Guaranteed Time on the Water: Our trips guarantee a full 4 hours of fishing on the water, not including transportation time. Many cruise-line charters count the shuttle ride in their trip time, often leaving only about 3 hours for actual fishing. Additionally, we recommend getting your fishing license ahead of time, so you don’t lose precious fishing minutes on trip day.
- Competitive Pricing: Our prices are highly competitive with other private charters in the area and significantly lower than the marked-up rates charged by cruise lines.
- Know Your Captain: When you book with us, you know exactly who will be guiding your trip. You can read our captain bios on our website and even request a specific captain if they’re available. Cruise lines often subcontract trips to different captains, so you won’t know who’s running your charter until the day of.
Transportation Shuttle Service
Our 14 Passenger Van
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We know that getting to and from your fishing trip should be the least of your worries. That’s why we offer a convenient shuttle service to pick you up right from your cruise ship berth. It’s a quick, scenic 20-minute ride to Clover Pass Marina, and you won’t have to stress about catching a cab or figuring out transportation.
Cabs can be hit or miss—not to mention pricey. Our shuttle gives you peace of mind so you can focus on what really matters: fishing. We’ll make sure you get to the dock on time and in comfort, so you can enjoy a stress-free day on the water without worrying about logistics. |
Fish Processing
Upon completion of your charter, Clover Pass Lodge will process your catch and ship it to your front door on the day you specify! Your catch will be iced on the boat from the time it is caught until it is filleted, vacuumed sealed, frozen and boxed. Clover Pass is top-notch, respectable and will get the job done. The processing of your catch is available dockside.
Shipping is standard overnight FedEx, Monday through Thursday. Processing rates run around $3.75 per pound.
Just focus on fishing—your catch will be ready to enjoy when you get home.
Upon completion of your charter, Clover Pass Lodge will process your catch and ship it to your front door on the day you specify! Your catch will be iced on the boat from the time it is caught until it is filleted, vacuumed sealed, frozen and boxed. Clover Pass is top-notch, respectable and will get the job done. The processing of your catch is available dockside.
Shipping is standard overnight FedEx, Monday through Thursday. Processing rates run around $3.75 per pound.
Just focus on fishing—your catch will be ready to enjoy when you get home.
Accommodating Large PartiesIf you are traveling in groups larger than average because of a big family, company retreat or you just have a lot of friends, we have you covered. We ourselves have 3 boats and can accommodate up to 18 guests at a time. However, if the group is larger we can work with other companies to make it happen. Over the past years we have made strong ties with the best charter boat captains in the area. We will coordinate with other excellent captains in Ketchikan to make sure your dream trip is a success.
We also have lodging connections, so feel free to contact us if you have a larger group or need lodging suggestions. |
Sightseeing and FishingDuring your fishing excursion, wildlife will amaze you. Guests get to fish while enjoying the beauty of Southeast Alaska and all of its animals which include orcas, porpoises, eagles and humpback whales! It is common to see these amazing creatures near our area. You can watch eagles move from nest to nest and even occasionally steal your catch! Humpback whales are typically bubble net feeding or just showing off. Killer whales and porpoises usually speed around at their own pleasure. This is the cherry on top that can add to your fishing adventure. We are a fishing company, but sightseeing is an added bonus.
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When The Fish Run
If you are wondering what type of fish you will be catching during your time in Ketchikan, Alaska, we have made special tables to find what what fish are available. To find out when salmon are running, you can check out our salmon fishing page. To find out what bottom fish are available, you can check out our halibut fishing page.
We Take This Opportunity Seriously
We know this may be your dream trip of a lifetime, so we make sure it is an unforgettable experience. We take your time seriously and make sure we all have a great time catching some amazing fish! Nothing makes us feel better than giving awesome memories to our guests so that they can add a check to their bucket list. A returning customer is not uncommon.
Salmon ChartersKetchikan is home to all five types of salmon: King, Silver, Pink, Chum and Sockeye. After all, Ketchikan is known as the Salmon Capital of the World.
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Halibut ChartersKetchikan is the Salmon Capital of the World, but the area also has an abundance of halibut. Halibut are generally much bigger than salmon and very good eating.
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All Day Fishing ChartersYou never know what your gonna catch jigging around the ocean floor of Southeast Alaska.
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