Seldovia Harbor (boat launch)

The feel

Seldovia has no road. It is a small city harbor southwest of the Seldovia airport, on the far side of Kachemak Bay from Homer, and crowds are low. The launch is right in the harbor, and it is a quiet jump-off to the same outer Kachemak Bay grounds Homer boats fish.

The City Dock is an Alaska Marine Highway ferry terminal. King salmon fishing is highlighted from the Seldovia Slough Bridge in the center of town.

What to expect

Water and access

Small city harbor southwest of the Seldovia airport, managed by the City of Seldovia. You cannot trailer a boat here, so bring the boat across Kachemak Bay from Homer or arrive by ferry.

Species and timing

Halibut from May to August at 20-100+ lb. Coho (silver) from July to September at 6-12 lb. Rockfish and lingcod are also fished.

Methods and gear

Troll, jig and bait.

License and rules

A federal halibut stamp is required.

Crowds and best time

Crowds are low.

Season and access

Harbor open year round. Reach Seldovia by the Alaska Marine Highway ferry (M/V Tustumena), a water taxi from Homer, or small plane.

Mingo says

Time the trip for May to August for halibut, or July to September for coho. For king salmon, the bridge downtown is the spot to try.

Before you go

• Launch and moorage fees are not confirmed, so ask the Seldovia harbormaster.
• Carry a federal halibut stamp.
• Plan the trip around the ferry, water taxi or small plane, since the harbor has no road access.

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