LivewellFish consumption advisories
Alaska
Alaska doesn't publish per-water advisories — its guidance is statewide, and it's below.
Contaminants of concern: Mercury
Statewide advisory
These apply across Alaska, including waters with no specific advisory of their own.
- Burbot Women who may become pregnant & children under 15 For women who may become pregnant, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and children under 15: limit to two meals per week due to elevated Mercury. Alaska statewide mercury advisory (sensitive group; general population unrestricted)
- Lake Trout Women who may become pregnant & children under 15 For women who may become pregnant, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and children under 15: limit to four meals per week. Alaska statewide mercury advisory (sensitive group; general population unrestricted)
- Northern Pike Women who may become pregnant & children under 15 For women who may become pregnant, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and children under 15: limit to two meals per week due to elevated Mercury. Alaska statewide mercury advisory (sensitive group; general population unrestricted)
Alaska statewide fishing limits
Statewide defaults — specific waters and zones may differ. Verify the current rules before keeping a fish.
| Species | Size | Daily limit | Open season | Keep season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | — | 2 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Cutthroat Trout | — | 2 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Lake Trout | — | 2 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Arctic Grayling | — | 5 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Northern Pike | — | 5 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Burbot | — | 15 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Chinook Salmon | — | 1 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Coho Salmon | — | 3 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Sockeye Salmon | — | 3 | Year-round | Same as open |
Official rules: Alaska — Alaska ADF&G regional default