About Fish Baranof
Fish Baranof is a one-stop shop for self-guided saltwater fishing in Sitka, giving independent anglers everything they need to head out on their own. Based near Totem Square on the Sitka waterfront, the company packages together lodging, rental boats and fishing gear so visitors can fish Sitka's legendary waters without booking a fully guided charter. It fills a niche for confident anglers who want freedom and value.
Their self-guided packages typically include comfortable lodging, seaworthy rental skiffs and boats, rods, reels, tackle and local know-how on where and how to fish for salmon, halibut and bottom fish. Staff provide orientation on the boats, safety, tides and productive fishing spots around Sitka Sound, so even anglers new to the area can get out with confidence. Boat and gear rentals can also be arranged for those who already have their own lodging sorted.
Fish Baranof stands apart by making DIY Alaska fishing genuinely accessible — bundling the boat, gear and lodging that would otherwise take multiple bookings into a single, cost-effective package. For self-reliant anglers who prefer running their own trip over riding along on a guided charter, it's one of Sitka's most practical options.
