Alaska Fishing Regulations
Freshwater and saltwater fishing regulations by state.
Selected state: Alaska · Updated: 2025-01-01
Regulations by State
General regulations for Alaska. Many coastal zones and reservoirs have special rules — always confirm on the official source.
| Species | Minimum Size | Bag Limit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
Rainbow Trout | 11 inches (general) | 2 (varies by area) | Alaska Department of Fish & Game |
Arctic Grayling | 12 inches (general) | 2 (varies by area) | Alaska Department of Fish & Game |
Dolly Varden / Char | No minimum size | 10 | Alaska Department of Fish & Game |
Northern Pike | No minimum size | No limit (most areas) | Alaska Department of Fish & Game |
Lake Trout | 15 inches | 2 | Alaska Department of Fish & Game |
Chinook (King) Salmon | Varies by area | Varies by area | Alaska Department of Fish & Game |
Coho (Silver) Salmon | Varies by area | Varies by area | Alaska Department of Fish & Game |
Sockeye (Red) Salmon | Varies by area | Varies by area | Alaska Department of Fish & Game |
Burbot (Lingcod) | Varies by area | Varies by area | Alaska Department of Fish & Game |
View official Alaska freshwater regulations
Verify current limits and seasons on the official Alaska Department of Fish & Game website.
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