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Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge

Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge

Alaska's Premier Fishing and Bear Viewing Lodge Since 1988 | Remote Fly-In Fishing Lodge on the Alagnak River

353 Reviews - TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
6 - 7 Days: $4,500 to $5,000 Per Person
The Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge is an Alagnak River lodge that focuses on trophy fishing in a beautiful wilderness setting. The lodge sits along the shores of the Upper Braids of the Alagnak River offering fly fishermen a trip of a lifetime and fishing inside the Katmai National Park.
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This package includes flights from the town of King Salmon, Alaska, bed taxes, national park user fees and all meals during your stay. 6 days of guided lodge based river experiences, whether it be fishing, wildlife- viewing or adventure activities. Comfortable heated riverfront cabin with access to toilet and hot showers only a few steps away from your cabin door, or en-suite toilet and hot showers. You will arrive on Sunday, and activities begin Monday through Saturday with departure on the following Sunday.

Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge site on 160 acres of prime river frontage in an iconic section of the Alagnak River known as the upper braids. The only access to the Lodge is via bush plane, landing on a private airstrip located on the property. Welcoming wooden cabins are equipped with running water, heating and power, that will guarantee you a comfortable stay. With an abundance of wildlife and stunning scenery, this trip is sure to live up to the image of Alaska that you have always dreamed of.

Boasting a world-famous run of all five species of pacific salmon, the Alagnak River is also home to a host of resident fish, such as leopard rainbow trout, arctic char and grayling. This prestigious river is located within the Katmai National Park, with its headwaters in the surrounding mountains and drains into Bristol Bay. It is also famously known as “The Branch River” for its seemingly endless braids, where 10 miles of river can easily contain 30 miles of fishable waters. With such exclusive river access, you are sure not to be bothered by any crowds.

Eagle's Wings Wilderness Retreat

Eagle's Wings Wilderness Retreat

13 Reviews - TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
4 - 5 Days: $2,500 to $3,000 Per Person
Eagle's Wings Wilderness Retreat is located in Klawock, Alaska, on the Prince of Wales Island. Getting here is relatively easy. You can take the ferry from Ketchikan to Hollis, where they will pick you up, or you can hope a plane from Ketchikan to either Klawock or Hollis. Fisher's of the lodge have access to both saltwater fishing and freshwater fishing and via for trophy Pacific Salmon and Halibut. The lodge designs your stay so that you are doing what you want to do when you want to do it, and at your own pace. Expect a little pampering. 
Fish and Float Alaska

Fish and Float Alaska

5.0 out of 5
17 Google Reviews
6 - 7 Days: $3,500 to $4,000 Per Person
Fish and Float Alaska is a cousin to the world-class fly-out fishing offered by Rainbow River Lodge. The focus here is on float trips where you raft down one of the wild Alaskan rivers and fish along the way. Guests bring their own food and fishing gear, and Fish and Float Alaska supplies the rest.
Intricate Bay Lodge

Intricate Bay Lodge

45 Reviews - TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
6 - 7 Days: $5,500 to $6,000 Per Person
4 - 5 Days: $4,500 to $5,000 Per Person
Intricate Bay Lodge sits on the shores of Iliamna Lake - a fabled fishing area for Salmon, Trophy Rainbow Trout, and more. Getting here is fairly easy. It is a simple commuter flight from Anchorage to Iliamna (town) and then the lodge will meet you at the airport and fly you to Intricate Bay via a float plane. Exect a beautiful lodge, friendly people, and plenty of ways to Fish Wild Alaska. 
Explore Alaska Charters

Explore Alaska Charters

45 Reviews - TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
6 - 7 Days: $3,500 to $4,000 Per Person
4 - 5 Days: $2,500 to $3,000 Per Person
Half Day: $200 to $299 Per Person
Full Day: $400 to $499 Per Person; $700 to $799 Per Person
Explore Alaska Charters sails out of Ketchikan, Alaska, and they offer a variety of fishing adventures including self-guided trips. In fact, they offer self-guided fishing lodge, freshwater fishing, and saltwater fishing, including boat rentals. Want to experience a fly-out adventure to fish along a remote river, creek or stream? They do that too. They offer fishing adventures for both traditional guests and those who are on a layover from a cruise ship.
Rust's Flying Service

Rust's Flying Service

2025 Reviews - TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
Full Day: $500 to $599 Per Person; $600 to $699 Per Person
Rusts Flying Service puts you on big Salmon and Trout with as little as 35-minutes of air time. They fly out of Anchorage and utilize the beautifully clear waters of Lake Creek. Guided fishing in the remote parts of Alaska has never been this easy. In addition to day trips, they offer unguided fishing, guided fishing, and overnight cabin packages so that fishers in Anchorage can enjoy a world-class day of fishing.
Salmon Falls Resort

Salmon Falls Resort

Premier All-Inclusive Ketchikan Fishing & Adventure Lodge | Choose From Guided or Self-Guided Fishing and Customize with Adventure & Sightseeing Options

153 Reviews - TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
6 - 7 Days: $5,500 to $6,000 Per Person
4 - 5 Days: $3,500 to $4,000 Per Person
The Salmon Falls Resort sits in the city of Ketchikan along the inside passage. This is a highly diverse resort. It focuses on saltwater Salmon and Halibut fishing, but it is equipped to meet the fishing needs and desires of its guests.
The Ketch

The Ketch

Nestled along the Tongass Narrows, minutes from downtown Ketchikan | Experience the most beautiful wilderness in the world with our fishing & sightseeing excursions!

155 Reviews - TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
6 - 7 Days: $6,000 to $7,000 Per Person
4 - 5 Days: $4,500 to $5,000 Per Person
Half Day: $200 to $299 Per Person; $300 to $399 Per Person
Full Day: $500 to $599 Per Person; $600 to $699 Per Person
Situated minutes from downtown Ketchikan along the Tongass Narrows...The Ketch is a great option for anyone looking to visit Southeast Alaska. The Ketch offers everything from guided (and self-guided) fishing expeditions, a family getaways, sightseeing trips, business meetings and almost everything in between. Customize your vacation to meet exactly what you are looking for with a mix of fishing, sightseeing, wildlife & relaxation. The Ketch gives visitors direct access to some of the most beautiful wilderness in Alaska along with updated accommodations and excellent service.
Float Alaska

Float Alaska

7 Reviews - TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
6 - 7 Days: $3,000 to $3,500 Per Person
4 - 5 Days: $2,500 to $3,000 Per Person
With a selection of 9 plus Rivers to choose from we will work hard to find a river that matches your rowing skills, your adventure goals and your fishing needs. I work closely with you and your group to put you on the best river to meet your requirements. Our goal is to have an excited and safe adventure in the ALaskan WIlderness. A Do-it-yourself trip is not easy but it is very rewarding and at a price that will keep you coming back year after year.
Island Point Lodge

Island Point Lodge

Self-Guided Fishing on Alaska's Inside Passage | Fishing for Salmon, Halibut, Trout, Steelhead & More | Packages Include Fishing Boats & Gear, Lodging & Meals

32 Reviews - TripAdvisor® Traveler Rating
6 - 7 Days: $2,500 to $3,000 Per Person
Island Point Lodge is located in Petersburg, Alaska on Kupreanof Island. This is a saltwater and freshwater fishing lodge with a wide variety options for fishing. This is a remote fishing lodge, and power is via a diesel generator. Guests are housed in the six cabins. The lodge can accommodate four groups of four and two groups of two making this a nice lodge for a small group.

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