Alaska
Unmatched freshwater fishing for salmon and native rainbows, char, and grayling. Saltwater fishing for Halibut, Salmon, Rockfish, and Lingcod. Guided big game hunting for brown and black bears, moose, caribou, and Dall sheep.
Saltwater: More than 30 species occur in Alaska's coastal waters, and about a dozen are commonly taken in Alaska sport fisheries, including Halibut, Ling Cod, Yelloweye, and multiple species of rockfish. Halibut may be the true prized fish growing to immense barn door size. Mooch or troll for all salmon species in comfortable heated cabin cruisers. Southeast Alaska is an angler's paradise come true. When compared to other fisheries around the world, one could say it's incomparable in diversity and abundance. Unlike warm water fisheries, the fish you catch here are all table-fish you may take home and enjoy with family and friends. The areas we target are within short traveling distance from Ketchikan. We fish the protected inlets, fjords and bays around the immediate area. Experience the rugged temperate rainforest of the spectacular inside passage, dotted with islands and rocky outcrops providing excellent saltwater fishing. We fish for Steelhead in freshwater rivers in April/May and have options to do both fresh and saltwater from one lodge.
Freshwater: Alaska is truly one of the last Frontiers for purely wild fish. Seasonal prolific runs fill the rivers with large volumes of salmon making their way to their spawning grounds and eager for the fly. The season kicks off in April with wild steelhead fishing in southeast Alaska. The mighty king salmon enters the rivers in mid-June to mid-July; by July 4, the largest sockeye salmon runs in the world are in full swing across the state. Hard fighting chum salmon abound in the same time period up until mid-August. The aggressive silver salmon arrives in early August and runs through the end of September and will readily hammer top-water patterns. Wild rainbow trout are available from ice-out and a double-digit trout is a distinct possibility at any date in the season. Arctic char, grayling, sheefish, and Northern Pike round out the menu of freshwater opportunities. For the salt fisherman, Halibut, Rockfish, and salmon can be taken offshore May to September. Combine a fishing trip with a tour of Denali, an exclusive Uncruise or bear photography expedition and the gold rush state will definitely top the list for a return visit.
Big Game Hunting: Stephan Lake Lodge provides high quality and unique big game trophy hunts in Alaska's spectacular Talkeetna Mountains, Susitna River drainage, and Game Management Units 13E & 14. All hunts are 1X1 with an experienced guide and fully outfitted for your comfort and safety. Dall Sheep, Grizzly / Brown Bear, Black Bear, Predator hunts, Caribou, seasonal duck hunting (Sept. 1 opener). Unique to Stephan Lake Lodge is their series of outlying cabins. These rustic log cabins are warm, dry, and comfortable. They form a loop through the Alaskan wilderness and are a comfortable day's walk from each other. Their guides and staff know this country well and share their love and respect for it. You will receive the personal attention you deserve and a wilderness experience you will never forget. Add some seasonal fishing for the total Alaska experience.
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Destinations

Bristol Bay Lodge
Fly-out fishing in Wood-Tikchik State Park, Bristol Bay and Southwest Alaska
Copper River Lodge
A top rainbow trout fishery feeding Lake Illiamna, Alaska
Enchanted Lake Lodge
Waterfront on Enchanted Lake, Katmai National Park, Southwest Alaska
Goodnews River Lodge
They don’t call it the “Goodnews” River for nothing! Front-page worthy locale
Hoodoo Sportfishing Lodge
Located on the extreme northwest tip of the Alaska Peninsula near Nelson Lagoon
Kulik Lodge
Katmai National Park, Southwest Alaska, between Kulik and Nonvaniuk Lakes
Mission Lodge
Multi-species luxury fly-out lodge in Bristol Bay perfect for groups or singles
Reel Action Alaska Lodge
Lies within the Togiak Wildlife Refuge, famous for mousing for huge rainbows
Royal Coachman Lodge
This fly-out lodge sits on Nyukuk River - Offering 24-hour fishing
The Lodge at Whale Pass
Prince of Wales Island, SE Alaska; serious fishing meets serious adventure!
Intricate Bay Lodge
Fly out to the best rivers of the Katmai from this newly built luxury lodge
Tikchik Narrows Lodge
Amazing peninsula lodge with every imaginable species and daily fly-out fishing
Aniak River Lodge
Extraordinary diversity - all 5 Salmon types, trout, and everything in between!
Grosvenor Lodge
Located in Katmai Nat’l Park between Grosvenor Lake and Colville Lake
Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge
Remote 160 private acres within Katmai Natl Park on the fish rich Alagnak River
Crooked Creek Retreat and Outfitters
Luxury all-inclusive multi species fishing and adventure lodge in Kasilof, AK
Bear Trail Lodge
The Naknek River is the Number One Rainbow Trout River in Alaska
Talaheim Lodge
Small Water Heli Fishing That’s Great for Small Groups and Completely Remote!
Alaska Rainbow Adventures
Providing First-Class Float Trip Options on the finest rivers in Alaska
Intricate Bay Outpost
Simpler Venue, Same Amazing Fishing
Rapids Camp Lodge
Luxury flyout Lodge with single rooms on the Naknek River
Alaska West
Fish the famed Kanektok River from this relaxed riverside Camp
Waterfall Resort
Prince of Wales Island: Saltwater Fishing at its Finest
Steamboat Bay Fishing Club
Noyes Island: Exclusive Saltwater Fishing in SE Alaska for Groups of 4 to 8
Crooked Creek Retreat and Outfitters
LUXURY ALL-INCLUSIVE MULTI SPECIES FISHING AND ADVENTURE LODGE IN KASILOF, AK
The Lodge at Whale Pass
Prince of Wales Island, SE Alaska: Serious Fishing meets serious adventure!
Steamboat Bay Fishing Club
Noyes Island: Exclusive Saltwater Fishing in SE Alaska for Groups of 4 to 8
Waterfall Resort
Prince of Wales Island: Saltwater Fishing at its Finest
Kenai River Recon
Fly or spin fish the Kenai & Kasilof Rivers. No experience needed!
Togiak River Lodge
An all-inclusive salmon and trout fishing experience on the remote Togiak River.
Chrome Chasers Steelhead
April and May sight fishing for wild Steelhead in Southeast AK
Chrome Chasers Fish & Forage
Unique small venue salmon fishing and foraging in SE Alaska. Family friendly