Don't leave Alaska without catching a KING!

Conveniently located in downtown Anchorage, The Bait Shack is Ship Creek's only bait and tackle shop with a full line of fly rods, spinning rods and casting rods available for rent. We also have waders, bait, tackle and are an authorized vendor for State of Alaska fishing licenses. 

Ship Creek fishing is perfect for visitors with limited time in Anchorage – especially those visiting on a cruise, conference attendees, business travelers, and tourists traveling across Alaska. We often have guests with only one day in Anchorage, and have seen novice fishermen catch a king salmon after just 15 minutes on the creek.

Of course, we also love catering to the local fishermen and the loyal Bait Shack following who have been fishing Ship Creek for decades. 

Whether you're a pro or novice fisherman, we have all your needs covered. Call or email us to book your Alaska fishing adventure today.

Tight lines and fish on!
Dustin Slinker
The Bait Shack

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS

Phone
(907) 522-FISH (3474)

Locations

Ship creek Shack
212 W. Whitney Road
N. bank of Ship Creek
Anchorage, AK 99501

summer Hours
We open the thursday ( 5-21-26) before memorial Day:
Mon-SAT 10aM–7pM
Sun closed

4th of July Hours:
Closed july 4-5
**Open 12 pM on the 6th of July**

2026 Labor Day Hours:
**Closed Sept 3rd to Sept 8th **Open by appointment on the 9th of SEPT**

WINTER Hours
Mon-FRI 10aM–4pM
Sat-Sun closed

Ship Creek HOURS
Set By STATE OF ALASKA
Jan 01-May 14 Open to King Salmon Fishing
24/7

May 15-July 13
6aM–11pM

July 14- 24-hour fishing BEGIN. NO KING CLOSURE. King Salmon 1 Per Day, 1 in possession, Coho’s pink’s and chum. 3 per day-3 in possession. all 3 can be silvers (coho).