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Browse the Ask the Pros questions that have been submitted by users looking to plan their Alaska fishing trips. They have some questions or are looking for advice related to an Alaska vacation they're planning. The Pros are experienced Alaska Fishing Guides, Charter Boat Guides, Fly Shop Owners, Fishing Lodge Owners and Published Alaska Fishing Authors. We hope these help you plan your Alaska Fishing Adventure. If you've got a question of your own that you don't see answers below click here to Ask the Pros!

Ask the Pro's: Alaska Fishing Trip Planning & Destination Advice

Ask the Pro's: Alaska Fishing Trip Planning & Destination Advice

Scott is looking to plan a fishing trip to Alaska and is looking for advice on where to go that won't break the bank. He's open to DIY & outside the box ideas.

Ask the Pro's: Shore Fishing for Halibut/Salmon just South of Kenai River

Ask the Pro's: Shore Fishing for Halibut/Salmon just South of Kenai River

Josh just bought a house along the shore just south of the Kenai River. He's looking for advice on saltwater fishing from shore for Halibut & Salmon

Ask the Pro's: Sockeye Salmon Fishing in Cooper Landing & Seward

Ask the Pro's: Sockeye Salmon Fishing in Cooper Landing & Seward

Bonnie is looking to fish for Sockeye Salmon in Cooper Landing or Seward in June. She gets advice from the pros on her best options, things to keep in mind & more.

Ask the Pro's: Kasilof River Fishing from Shore

Ask the Pro's: Kasilof River Fishing from Shore

Julien is looking for info on fishing access to the Kasilof River by walking. He gets access from the pros and some tips & advice as well.

Ask the Pro's: Guided Fishing near Denali in May

Ask the Pro's: Guided Fishing near Denali in May

February 18, 2023

Jack and his family will be visiting the Denali area in May and are looking to find out what his best fly-fishing options are within a couple hours of Denali.

Ask the Pro's: Keeping the Wife Happy on a Fly-Fishing Vacation

Ask the Pro's: Keeping the Wife Happy on a Fly-Fishing Vacation

February 03, 2023

Glenn wants to keep his wife happy on a trip to Alaska while he fly fishes every day. He's thinking Anchorage but gets advice from the pros on other locations & more.

Ask the Pro's: Fishing from Shore on the Kasilof River

Ask the Pro's: Fishing from Shore on the Kasilof River

January 21, 2023

Zachary is going to be in Alaska and wants to know what his options for fishing for shore on the Kasilof River. He gets advice on his best option, regulations & more.

Ask the Pro's: How many flies can I use on one fly rod in Alaska?

Ask the Pro's: How many flies can I use on one fly rod in Alaska?

January 11, 2023

Konrad is wondering how many flies per fly rod you are allowed to use in Alaska. See what the Pros had to say along with fly recommendations & fishing tipsl

Ask the Pro's: Fly-Fishing near Willow for Rainbows, Grayling & Silver Salmon

Ask the Pro's: Fly-Fishing near Willow for Rainbows, Grayling & Silver Salmon

December 07, 2022

Tom loves to fly-fish and is going to be visiting the Willow area with his wife in August. They get advice from the pros on fly-fishing for Silvers, Rainbows & Grayling.

Ask the Pro's: Fishing for Steelhead & Huge Rainbows

Ask the Pro's: Fishing for Steelhead & Huge Rainbows

December 04, 2022

Gilles is looking to head to Alaska to fly-fish for Steelhead and Huge Rainbow Trout. He gets advice from the pros on best time of year and where in Alaska to go!

Ask the Pro's: Best Time to Fish the Russian River for Sockeye Salmon

Ask the Pro's: Best Time to Fish the Russian River for Sockeye Salmon

September 05, 2022

Jeremy is looking forward to another trip to Alaska and looking for advice on when the best time to fish for chrome Sockeye Salmon on the Russian River.

Ask the Pro's: Seward - Late August Fishing From Shore

Ask the Pro's: Seward - Late August Fishing From Shore

August 28, 2022

Al & his wife will be in Seward and they would like to do some fishing from shore. They get advice from the pros on best options & more.

Ask the Pro's: Relocating to Alaska's Kenai Peninsula

Ask the Pro's: Relocating to Alaska's Kenai Peninsula

August 13, 2022

Matt & Kelley are looking to move to Alaska's Kenai Peninsula & looking for advice from the Pros on the best towns to relocate to for quality of life & fishing!

Ask the Pro's: Sockeye Salmon Fishing on the Kenai Peninsula in Late July

Ask the Pro's: Sockeye Salmon Fishing on the Kenai Peninsula in Late July

Steve is going to be on the Kenai Peninsula in Late July and is looking for recommendations on the best places to fish for Sockeye Salmon.

Ask the Pro's: Spencer Beach Cabin in Chugach National Forest

Ask the Pro's: Spencer Beach Cabin in Chugach National Forest

Jen is going to be staying at Spencer Beach Cabin in the Chugach National Forest and wants to see if there are any fishing options in the area.

Ask the Pro's: Fly-In to Moraine Creek for Trophy Rainbows

Ask the Pro's: Fly-In to Moraine Creek for Trophy Rainbows

Jeffray and his pilot friend are planning a fly out trip to Moraine Creek to fly fish for Trophy Rainbows. They get advice on the best flies to use, safety & more.

Ask the Pro's: DIY Walk & Wade Fly-Fishing

Ask the Pro's: DIY Walk & Wade Fly-Fishing

Matt is an experienced fly fisherman from the lower 48 looking for some advice on walk & wade fly fishing within a couple hours of Anchorage. He gets advice on where to fish, recommended flies & more.

Ask the Pro's: Fishing Alaska With an 8 Year Old

Ask the Pro's: Fishing Alaska With an 8 Year Old

Philip is looking to see if there are any restrictions fishing from a boat for his 8 year old son in Alaska. He gets advice from the Pros on regulations related to this & more.

Ask the Pro's: Fishing Options Beyond the Kenai River

Ask the Pro's: Fishing Options Beyond the Kenai River

Rich is looking for fishing options beyond the Kenai River on the Kenai Peninsula and gets advice from our pros on the best places & species to target.

Ask the Pro's: Remote Fishing Options Near Anchorage

Ask the Pro's: Remote Fishing Options Near Anchorage

Ralph is looking for remote fishing options near Anchorage, Alaska. He gets advice from the pros on fishing the road system, fly outs & more.

Ask the Pro's: Fishing for Sockeye Salmon on the Russian River

Ask the Pro's: Fishing for Sockeye Salmon on the Russian River

February 10, 2022

Michael wants to fish for Sockeye Salmon on the famous Russian River. He gets advice from the pros on fishing for Sockeyes, access to the Russian River & more.

Ask the Pro's: Kenai Peninsula Salmon Fishing in June

Ask the Pro's: Kenai Peninsula Salmon Fishing in June

February 08, 2022

Emil and his family are planning a trip to the Kenai Peninsula in June. They get advice from the Pros on the best waters to fish for salmon from the shore & more.

Ask the Pro's: King & Sockeye Salmon Fishing from the Shore

Ask the Pro's: King & Sockeye Salmon Fishing from the Shore

February 02, 2022

Jascha wants to fish from shore for salmon on her visit to Alaska. She gets advice from our pros on regulations, the best rivers to fish & more.

The Best of Alaska Fishing Ask the Pros Q & A

The Best of Alaska Fishing Ask the Pros Q & A

November 11, 2021

Experienced fishing guides and lodge owners from Alaska answer questions about visiting & fishing Alaska. This best of list includes tips on fishing with kids, places around the Kenai Peninsula and how to have a remote fishing experience in Alaska.

Ask the Pro's: Silver Salmon & Rainbow Trout on the Kenai Peninsula

Ask the Pro's: Silver Salmon & Rainbow Trout on the Kenai Peninsula

August 02, 2021

Larry is planning a fishing trip to the Kenai Peninsula and wants to target Silver Salmon & Rainbows. He gets advice from the pros on the best time to go & more

Ask the Pro's: Kenai Peninsula - Where to Stay?

Ask the Pro's: Kenai Peninsula - Where to Stay?

Robert is planning a trip to the Kenai Peninsula for fishing, adventure & sightseeing. He gets advice from the pros on what to do and where to stay.

Ask the Pro's: Husband & Wife - Fishing, Hiking & Sightseeing

Ask the Pro's: Husband & Wife - Fishing, Hiking & Sightseeing

February 26, 2021

Neil and his wife are visiting Alaksa in late July and get advice from the Pros on fishing, hiking & sightseeing on the Kenai Peninsula up through Talkeetna.

Ask the Pro's: Kenai River Fishing - Lower, Middle & Upper Kenai River

Ask the Pro's: Kenai River Fishing - Lower, Middle & Upper Kenai River

August 04, 2020

Jesse is going to be fishing the Kenai River and wants to know the differences between fishing on the Lower, Middle & Upper Kenai. He gets advice from our pros on his best options for fly-fishing on the Kenai River.

Ask the Pro's: Fly Fishing for Silver Salmon & Big Rainbow Trout

Ask the Pro's: Fly Fishing for Silver Salmon & Big Rainbow Trout

A couple of experienced fly fisherman are heading to Alaska and looking to target Big Rainbow Trout & Silver Salmon on the Kenai River and the Talkeetna area. Find out what advice they get from our pros on where they should stay, fish & more.

Ask the Pro's: Two Weeks of Fly Fishing & Nature on the Kenai Peninsula

Ask the Pro's: Two Weeks of Fly Fishing & Nature on the Kenai Peninsula

Two experienced fly fishermen from Begium are organizing a self guided fishing trip to Alaska and looking for advice to help them plan their fishing trip. They're looking to get off the beaten path to target rainbow trout & arctic grayling. They get advice from our pros on what areas to focus on, fishing access & more!

Ask the Pro's: Self-Guided Fishing From Shore in Talkeetna & Seward

Ask the Pro's: Self-Guided Fishing From Shore in Talkeetna & Seward

February 19, 2020

Virginia is going on a family trip to Alaska with an 11 year old who loves fishing. She's looking for advice on the best shore fishing options in Talkeetna & Seward in mid-August. She gets advice on fishing regulations and her best optios for fishing in that area.

The Best of Alaska Fishing Q&A From 2019

The Best of Alaska Fishing Q&A From 2019

February 06, 2020

Alaska fishing experts answer questions relating to future Alaska fishing trips. Questions relate to advice on how to target certain fish species, where to fish in Alaska, and more. Read the best questions and the expert answers from last year.

Ask the Pro's: Fishing Trip With Kids Ages 6 & 10

Ask the Pro's: Fishing Trip With Kids Ages 6 & 10

January 24, 2020

Courtney is planning a fishing trip to Alaska for herself, her father and her two boys ages 6 & 10. She gets advice from the pros on where to stay, the best options for fishing with the boys as well as some other activities to consider.

Ask the Pro's: Fishing & Wildlife RV Trip

Ask the Pro's: Fishing & Wildlife RV Trip

November 30, 2019

Bob and his wife are looking to add a few days of fishing near Anchorage to the Alaska RV vacation they already have planned. They get advice from our pros on their best options for fishing & more!

Ask the Pro's: 10 Day Self Guided Fly Fishing Trip in June

Ask the Pro's: 10 Day Self Guided Fly Fishing Trip in June

November 04, 2019

Robert and a group of friends are planning a fly fishing trip to Alaska in June and looking for advice on what city/town in Alaska to base their trip out of. They may get a guide for the first day or two but are planning on a mostly self-guided fishing trip. They get advice from the pros on what areas would be best, lodging recommendations, an R/V fishing trip as an alternative option & more.

Ask the Pro's: 10 Day Trip Fishing for Pink & Silver Salmon?

Ask the Pro's: 10 Day Trip Fishing for Pink & Silver Salmon?

October 22, 2019

Is it possible to hit the peak of the Pink Salmon frenzy and also have good Silver Salmon fishing during a 10 day Alaska fishing trip? The pros give their advice on the best time of year to go and what creeks & rivers would be the best options.

Ask the Pro's: Self Guided Fishing Trip near Talkeetna

Ask the Pro's: Self Guided Fishing Trip near Talkeetna

October 07, 2019

Justin is looking to plan a mostly self guided fishing trip of walk & wade fishing in the Talkeetna area. He gets advice from the pros on the best time of year to go, recommended fly patterns and more.

Ask the Pro's: Seward - Late September Silver Salmon Fishing

Ask the Pro's: Seward - Late September Silver Salmon Fishing

September 16, 2019

Charlie will be in the Anchorage area in late September and has a day or two to fish. He gets advice from a couple of Alaska Fly Fishing Guides and an Anchorage Fly Shop Owner on his best options for Silvers that time of year on the Kenai Peninsula and north of Anchorage as well.

Ask the Pro's: Guided Float Fishing Day Trip near Anchorage

Ask the Pro's: Guided Float Fishing Day Trip near Anchorage

September 12, 2019

Jim and his wife are visiting Anchorage in mid-September and looking for a float fishing trip within an hour or two drive of Anchorage. Jim's wife can't fly fish due to wrist problems so they need an option that offers spinning gear for her.

Ask the Pro's: August Fishing for Silver & Sockeye Salmon

Ask the Pro's: August Fishing for Silver & Sockeye Salmon

August 12, 2019

Robert has a fishing trip planned for the middle of August and wants to know the average size of the Silver Salmon and if the Sockeye Salmon will be spawning.

Ask the Pro's: Fishing North of Anchorage

Ask the Pro's: Fishing North of Anchorage

Kathy is going to be visiting Anchorage is early September and is looking for advice on where to fish north of Anchorage...she is open to flying out to remote areas if necessary.

Ask the Pro's: Swan Lake Fire - Impact on Fishing & Access?

Ask the Pro's: Swan Lake Fire - Impact on Fishing & Access?

Bill wants to know how the Swan Lake Fire may impact his fishing trip to the Kenai River in August.

Ask the Pro's: How is the record heat affecting fishing?

Ask the Pro's: How is the record heat affecting fishing?

How has the record heat in Alaska affected the fishing so far this season? Tex has a fishing trip planned for late July wants to know from the Pros how the heat has affected the fishing season so far.

Ask the Pro's: Fishing Soldotna in Late July

Ask the Pro's: Fishing Soldotna in Late July

Steven is going to be in Soldotna, Alaska in late July. He's looking for advice on his chances of catching King & Silver Salmon that time of year and also some secluded hike to options for Rainbows & Dolly Varden. See what advice our pros have for him.

Ask the Pro's: Fishing From the Shore in Seward, AK

Ask the Pro's: Fishing From the Shore in Seward, AK

Robert is going to be in Seward, Alaska mid-July and is looking for some advice on fishing from shore in Resurrection Bay. He gets advice from our pros on what fish will be available, tips on how to catch them and more.

Ask the Pro's: Mid-October Fly Patterns in Kodiak, AK

Ask the Pro's: Mid-October Fly Patterns in Kodiak, AK

Andrew is going to be in Kodiak, AK in mid October on a hunting trip and looking to do some fly fishing as well. He's looking for advice on what fly patterns and fly fishing opportunities will be available near Kodiak that time of year.

Ask the Pro's: Northern Alaska Remote Fly Fishing

Ask the Pro's: Northern Alaska Remote Fly Fishing

February 12, 2019

Nicholas is looking to travel to Northern Alaska and wants to fly fish for rainbow trout and grayling. He gets advice from our pros on what his best options are and some tips to keep in mind.

Ask the Pro's: Husband & Wife Rustic Fishing Trip

Ask the Pro's: Husband & Wife Rustic Fishing Trip

December 27, 2018

Looking for advice on a husband & wife fishing trip to Alaska...they're looking to stay for a week and want to spend their money on fishing rather than fancy accommodations. They get advice from the pros on what areas would be best for a trip with rustic accommodations that would allow them to experience both saltwater & freshwater Alaska fishing.

Ask the Pro's: Fly Patterns for the Nushagak River

Ask the Pro's: Fly Patterns for the Nushagak River

November 28, 2018

A fly fisherman from Ireland has a Nushagak River fly fishing adventure planned for mid-July. He's looking for advice from our pros on the best fly patterns and colors to use.

Ask the Pro's: Late September Fishing Options Within 2 Hours of Anchorage

Ask the Pro's: Late September Fishing Options Within 2 Hours of Anchorage

October 20, 2018

Phil is going to be in Anchorage for business in late September and looking to see what his best options for fly-fishing within 2 hours drive of Anchorage are. He gets some excellent recommendations from our Pros on a variety of options that fit his requirement of day trips within a couple hours of Anchorage.

Ask the Pro's: October Fishing in the Denali Area

Ask the Pro's: October Fishing in the Denali Area

October 04, 2018

Megan is heading to Alaska in October and wants to spend a day or two fishing the Denali area. She gets advice from our pros on what her options are in the Denali area as well as the Parks Highway which she'll travel on her way to Seward.

Ask the Pro's: Fly Fishing Near Anchorage in September

Ask the Pro's: Fly Fishing Near Anchorage in September

September 10, 2018

Dave has one day to go fly fishing near Anchorage during a work trip in September. He gets recommendations from the pros on fly fishing options within a days drive of Anchorage that time of year.

Ask the Pro's: DIY Fishing Trip Away From the Crowds

Ask the Pro's: DIY Fishing Trip Away From the Crowds

August 17, 2018

Lucus is going on a 2 week Alaska fishing adventure and looking for some advice from our pros. He's planning a semi-DIY trip where he fishes with a guide one or two days a week and the rest of the week by himself. He gets advice from our pros on some rivers & creeks to target/avoid as well as some other great advice to ensure he has the trip of a lifetime!

Ask the Pro's: Fly Fishing for Silver Salmon in September

Ask the Pro's: Fly Fishing for Silver Salmon in September

Thom gets advice from our pros on fly fishing for Silver Salmon near Anchorage. He'll be there for a business trip and will have one day to fish so he wants to make the most of it. He gets advice from our pros on where to find silvers that time of year and also some additional things he should keep in mind.

Ask the Pro's: Fishing near Denali National Park

Ask the Pro's: Fishing near Denali National Park

Looking for advice on fishing near Denali National Park...they'll be in the area for a few days and want to know what river fishing options are available to them. They get advice from the pros on what fish are available in the Denali area, fishing regulations and more.

Ask the Pro's: Fishing the Kenai Peninsula in June

Ask the Pro's: Fishing the Kenai Peninsula in June

A couple guys from Minnesota are looking for advice on fishing near the road system on the Kenai Peninsula in June. They get advice from the pros on what fish will be available, access points to streams/rivers, fishing regulations and more.

Ask the Pro's: Father / Son Fishing Trip

Ask the Pro's: Father / Son Fishing Trip

A father is looking to take his 22 year old son on an Alaska Fishing adventure. He gets advice from the pros on where to go, when to go, what fish will be available then and other suggestions for activities.

Ask the Pro's: Float Trip Shelter Advice

Ask the Pro's: Float Trip Shelter Advice

I have a week long Alaska float trip planned Alaska and I'm looking for a common food shelter to eat and cook in. What is your recommendation for this piece of equipment?

Ask the Pro's: Late May Alaska Fishing Advice

Ask the Pro's: Late May Alaska Fishing Advice

Looking for advice on a lake May trip to Alaska. Have a couple days to fish do I want to river fish or ocean fish that time of year? Advice from our pros.

Ask the Pro's: Activities for a 7 Day Alaska Trip

Ask the Pro's: Activities for a 7 Day Alaska Trip

Can you incorporate fly fishing, kayaking, bear sighting, whale watching and seeing the northern lights into a 7 day Alaska trip? Advice from our experts

Ask the Pro's: Should I Bring my Polaris?

Ask the Pro's: Should I Bring my Polaris?

February 07, 2018

Our pros weight in on the following questions...Is it worth bringing my 5O inch wide Polaris Razor to explore/fish to get away from crowds?

Ask the Pro's: Kodiak Island Fishing for Silver Salmon

Ask the Pro's: Kodiak Island Fishing for Silver Salmon

January 26, 2018

Advice from a fly fishing guide and fly show owner on the best time to fish Kodiak Island for Silver Salmon.

Ask the Pro's: Bucket List Alaska Fishing Trip

Ask the Pro's: Bucket List Alaska Fishing Trip

December 08, 2017

Advice from Alaska fishing guides and a fly shop owner to someone looking to plan their bucket list Alaska fishing trip on best time, place & species to target.

Ask the Pro's: Best Time of Year & Species for Kids

Ask the Pro's: Best Time of Year & Species for Kids

October 19, 2017

Family trip to Alaska with kids ages 5 & 7. What's the best time of year and species to target. Advice from an Alaska guide, fly shop owner & author.

Ask the Pro's: What's the best time of year to fish for Silver Salmon on the Kenai River?

Ask the Pro's: What's the best time of year to fish for Silver Salmon on the Kenai River?

August 15, 2017

I fished the Kenai River in July Sockeye fishing was slow. When would be the best time of the year to come back to Alaska to fish for Silver Salmon?

Ask the Pro's: Kenai Peninsula Hiking & Fishing Away From the Crowds

Ask the Pro's: Kenai Peninsula Hiking & Fishing Away From the Crowds

August 01, 2017

A group of guys staying in Cooper Landing are looking for advice on trails & fishing away from the crowds, and hiking opportunities on the way back to Anchorage

Ask the Pro's: Fishing Under the Midnight Sun

Ask the Pro's: Fishing Under the Midnight Sun

A family heading to Alaska ask for advice about how the fish and fly fishing are affected by having close to twenty hours of sun during the summer months.

Ask the Pro's: Family Fishing Trip With Young Children

Ask the Pro's: Family Fishing Trip With Young Children

Advice from our experts on a family outdoor adventure to Alaska that includes a few days of fishing and won't break the bank.

Ask the Pro's: 50th Anniversary Fishing Trip

Ask the Pro's: 50th Anniversary Fishing Trip

February 25, 2017

We have never been on a fishing trip in Alaska, and was wondering if anyone could help in recommending a comfortable, laid back fishing lodge with high quality accomations that would work well for seniors.

Ask the Pro's: Couples Fishing Trip to Cooper Landing

Ask the Pro's: Couples Fishing Trip to Cooper Landing

January 30, 2017

Advice for someone looking for an affordable trip that will keep everyone happy. The guys would like to fly fish for trout and also do a charter for halibut...and the women just want to relax and do some sightseeing.

Ask the Pro's: Fly Fishing Trip for King Salmon

Ask the Pro's: Fly Fishing Trip for King Salmon

January 04, 2017

Advice on a summer fly fishing trip to Alaska for Kings, Silvers & Rainbows from Alaska's leading woman fly fishing instructor and the owner of an Anchorage fly shop.

Fly Fishing with Dry Flies Away From the Crowds - Where to go?

Fly Fishing with Dry Flies Away From the Crowds - Where to go?

Recommendations on the best road accessible locations away from the crowds to target Grayling and Rainbows on dry flies in Alaska.

Ask the Pro's: Alaska Fly Fishing Flies

Ask the Pro's: Alaska Fly Fishing Flies

Planning two trips to Alaska, one early for dry fly rainbow trout and the other late season for the silver salmon runs. Looking to buy some flies online and looking for a good online resource.

Ask the Pro's: Road Accessible Remote Fishing

Ask the Pro's: Road Accessible Remote Fishing

Suggestions from the "Pro's" for fly-fishing Alaska via the road system while avoiding crowds.

Ask the Pro's: Looking for Salmon & Halibut Combo

Ask the Pro's: Looking for Salmon & Halibut Combo

January 20, 2016

I'm looking for a great fishing resort and I would like to do a combo of Salmon and Halibut fishing. I really haven't caught either. I would also like to know when would be the best times and should i follow a tide chart in planning?

Ask the Pro's: Help planning our 2016 Trip

Ask the Pro's: Help planning our 2016 Trip

January 17, 2016

We would like to start planning a trip to Alaska for 2016. Where would you suggest flying into (what cities) and what rivers would you suggest. We are open for targeting steelhead, salmon, or big rainbows.