When it comes to Halibut, here is what you need to know. While the river fishing in May is a quality-over-quantity game, the saltwater fishing is already firing on all cylinders.
Cook Inlet Halibut
Mastering Halibut
Just an hour south of the Kenai River are the saltwater launches of Deep Creek and Homer. In May, Halibut are moving into shallower water to feed. The weather in May is often incredibly calm, making for smooth boat rides out into Cook Inlet.
The Ultimate 3-Day Itinerary
If you're visiting in late May, we highly recommend booking a saltwater Halibut charter for your first day, followed by two days of drift-boat fishing on the Kasilof for early Kings. This guarantees you go home with a massive cooler of premium white and red meat.