Burbot

Burbot Fishing Gear & Tackle

Alaska’s Nighttime Trophy — Perfect for Ice Holes, Deep Lakes & Winter Adventures

The burbot—Alaska’s only freshwater cod—is a quirky, cold-loving predator with a devoted fan base across the state. Known as “poor man’s lobster” for its mild, sweet, firm meat, burbot are a prized winter catch in Interior Alaska, on the Kenai Peninsula, and throughout deep lake systems from Fairbanks to the Mat-Su.

These fish thrive in dark, cold, low-oxygen waters, making them one of the few species that bite aggressively during the heart of winter. Most Alaskans target burbot at night through the ice using setlines, jigs, and pungent baits, while others chase them in open water during the shoulder seasons. For many families, burbot are a go-to species when salmon are gone and lakes freeze over—often becoming a kid’s first ice-fishing success story.

This category includes heavy jigs, setline gear, ice rods, durable reels, bait options, and essential burbot rigging accessories designed to perform in subzero conditions. Whether you're dropping lines on a deep Interior lake, fishing after dark with the kids, or stocking the freezer with the tastiest freshwater fillets Alaska has to offer, we’ve got the gear you need.

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