Katmai Lodge

All five species of Pacific salmon are available throughout the summer. Trophy rainbow trout are available all summer long. Dolly Varden and Arctic char peak at the beginning of August, while northern pike are best from August through September. Arctic Grayling can be caught from June to October.

Salmon fishing on the Alagnak typically begins in mid-June and ends by early to mid-September. If you're targeting king salmon, late June through July is the best time to book a reservation. Sockeye salmon overlap with the king salmon, arriving from mid-June through the end of July. July is the best month for salmon fishing overall, while August is ideal for silver salmon. The prime month for rainbow trout and Arctic Grayling is July."

There are nine species of sport fish in the area. Fishing in Alaska is highly seasonal, and fish runs depend on natural conditions like water temperature. Plan your trip to ensure the best opportunity to target the specific species of sport fish you’re after. The lodge also offers fly-out fly fishing trips.

Rainbow trout attract fishermen from all over the world. These are not your typical small rainbow trout; they grow to trophy size thanks to the influx of salmon and salmon roe. Expect rainbow trout to range from 12 to 30 inches in length. Rainbow trout often swim with the salmon, especially the king (Chinook) salmon.

King salmon are the largest of the Pacific salmon, with the Alaska record weighing in at 126 pounds. If you're after the biggest salmon, the kings are the ones to target.

Silver salmon are true sport fish. They are not timid—these fish strike hard and, if you're not alert, can rip the rod right out of your hands. Once hooked, they are fierce competitors, known for their aerial displays and breaching. If you're looking for a fighting fish, it doesn’t get much better than the silver salmon.

The true monsters of the river, however, are not the salmon. While kings may be larger, they don't compare to the northern pike. These long, lean fish have a massive mouth with more than 700 teeth. Lurking in the water, they gulp down their prey. If you’re targeting these apex predators, make sure to use a steel leader. Northern pike can grow to over 40 pounds

The Fun and exasperating fish are the Arctic Grayling. These are smart fish, and you have to dial in your skills to catch them. It is all about fly choice and if you want to learn how to be the best fishermen possible, spend some time targeting Arctic Grayling.

As you can see, the fishing at the Katmai Lodge is fantastic. Rain or shine there are fish present in numbers sufficient to make your fishing adventure one you will never forget.