Top 10 Helicopter Fishing Trips

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From Rainbows to Salmon we can show you how to handle some of Alaska's best water in a day! Our summer single day float & wade trips take place up in the town of Willow, AK, a beautiful and scenic hour and fifteen minute drive north of Anchorage. We are the closest consistent fishing location to Anchorage! Since our guides are local fisherman first we know when & where to catch fish on the Alaskan road system.

Our trips can begin as early as mid to late May and run through Mid-October & just like anything in Alaska are at mother nature's whim. The rivers we guide on are the tributaries of the Susitna river systems. Based on which rivers are fishing the best, we supply our customers with the fishing gear they need (license's excluded) from quality waders & boots to rods, reels, line & even flies at no additional charge! We can provide transportation to and from the river or if you prefer or its easier for you to meet your guide at a specific location we can accommodate that. We realize that most folks who are doing these style of trips may be new to it & would have no idea what to bring, so we take the guess work out of it right down to having back-up ponchos and rain gear for our guests. On our full day trips lunch is included in the price and typically consists of reindeer brats, burgers, or a vegetarian options is also available.

This is the big one. Our full-day guided trip takes you further afield, typically onto the Denali Highway corridor or other prime waters of the Alaska Range for a true immersion in backcountry fly fishing. It's best suited for anglers ready to spend a full day exploring remote water and chasing Arctic Grayling across multiple spots.

You'll get complete instruction, all gear, and a sack lunch while your guide reads conditions and picks the best locations to keep you on fish all day. With 8.5 hours on the water, there's time to slow down, learn, and really settle into the rhythm of these wild rivers. Trips run mornings from early June through early September, priced at $385 per person with a minimum of two anglers.

This half-day guided fly fishing trip takes you into remote, less-traveled waters near Denali National Park in pursuit of native Arctic Grayling. Our guides hand-pick the best stream based on current conditions, so you're always fishing productive water. It's a great option for guests who want a real backcountry fishing experience without committing to a full day.

You'll head out early with door-to-door transfers from our Cantwell basecamp, spending six hours wading clear, mountain-fed creeks surrounded by some of Alaska's most stunning scenery. All gear and instruction are provided whether you're picking up a fly rod for the first time or you've been casting for years. Trips run mornings from late May through early September, priced at $300 per person.

A shorter guided outing perfect for anglers who want to experience Alaska's legendary evening light on the water. This 4.5-hour session puts you on clear, scenic streams near Denali National Park, targeting native Arctic Grayling with lightweight fly gear. Whether you're brand new to fly fishing or just looking for a relaxing escape after a day of exploring, this trip delivers.

You'll fish through the long golden hours of an Alaskan summer evening, wading beautiful backcountry water with a knowledgeable local guide at your side. All equipment and instruction are included, so all you need to bring is yourself. Trips run evenings from late May through early September, priced at $250 per person.