If my sister, in the security of retirement, with as little opportunity as inclination to do evil, could not avoid censure, we must not rashly condemn those who, living in the world and surrounded with temptations, should be accused of errors which they are known to have the power of committing.
When To Fish The Ocean. Sitka's Pacific Ocean king salmon fishing is in full swing in May and June, with stragglers swimming by through mid-August. July, August and early September host the late silver salmon run. Sitka, home to Alaska's largest marine silver salmon fishery, ranging from 30 to 126 pounds.
The King Salmon (or Chinook Salmon) is one of Alaska's most sought after species because of its size and relative scarcity. They average 10-50lbs but have been known to reach 130lbs or more. See our list of some of the best places across the state to reel one in: Hide Map.