Season Calendar

Homer Fishing Season Calendar

Month-by-month breakdown of every species — so you can book at the right time for what you're after.

Peak

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Species

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Prime Season

June – August

King salmon, halibut, and silver salmon all run strong. Book 3–6 months ahead.

Budget Window

May & September

Shoulder season pricing, fewer crowds, halibut still excellent.

Winter Option

Oct – March

Winter king salmon and Tanner crab — limited operators, unique experience.

Find charters by species

Halibut Charters

Year's best: June–July

Salmon Charters

Kings: May–Jun · Silvers: Aug–Sep

Rockfish Charters

Available year-round

Lingcod Charters

Season opens July 1

Combo Trips

Best of multiple species

Crab Charters

Peak: Oct–Mar

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