Green Island

The feel

By float plane it is 40 minutes from Cordova and 60 minutes from Seward. By boat it is 75 miles from Cordova, 70 miles from Whittier and 100 miles from Seward.

The fishing is for pink salmon, chum, Dolly Varden, halibut and rockfish. A USFS cabin on the island is available to rent. The Sound has a maritime, moderate climate with plenty of rain in the summer months.

What to expect

Water and access

Ocean water in Prince William Sound. Float plane is 40 minutes from Cordova or 60 minutes from Seward; by boat it is 75 miles from Cordova, 70 miles from Whittier or 100 miles from Seward.

Species and timing

Pink (humpy), chum, Dolly Varden, halibut and rockfish. Pink salmon spawn in mid July and coho salmon come in August.

Hazards

Uncharted rocks in the area, so boaters should use caution.

Season and access

Pink salmon spawn in mid July and coho run in August. The USFS cabin rents through 1-877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov.

Mingo says

Aim for mid July for the pink salmon spawn, or August for coho. Pack rain gear, because summers in the Sound bring plenty of rain.

Before you go

• Reserve the USFS cabin at 1-877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov.
• Book your float plane from Cordova or Seward, or plan the boat run from Cordova, Whittier or Seward.
• Boaters: watch for uncharted rocks around the island.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.