Outdoors

There are not many places left in the world that can truly be described as wilderness. The state of Alaska is one of those places and tourists love to see its pristine environment. Fishing enthusiasts particularly like to come to Alaska and any fishing guide will show that the sport can be pursued by novices or experts in many different locations within the state. There are many companies that have seen this demand and they organize fishing vacations in the region.

The Kenai River is a favourite spot for salmon charters, seeking to catch King, Red, Pink and Silver Salmon. Halibut and Trophy Rainbow Trout are also to be found here. Salmon drift boat fishing on the Kasilof is also popular. The boats come equipped with tackle, bait, GPS navigation system, radar, and even a heated cabin and inside bathroom! A guide is provided who is an expert in local conditions and finding fish. Many of these charters are part of packages that include lodge style accommodation.

An Alaska fishing guide will direct people to the correct location and method of fishing that is right for them. Another spot for guided charters is the remote Talachulitna River, a perfect spot for fly fishing, float fishing, or spin fishing. This beautiful area in South Central Alaska gives the opportunity to catch rainbow trout, five different species of Pacific Salmon, dolly varden or Arctic Grayling.

The guides are skilled in fishing and in rafting and all flies and spinners are supplied. After a day’s sport, guests can retire to comfortable riverside camps, equipped with large tents, sleeping bags and cots. They will have worked up an appetite and tasty meals are served. It is a good idea to consult an Alaska fishing guide on what to take along but the basic essentials are clothes, rods, reels and waders.

For those wanting an experience in very remote terrain with a variety of wildlife, traveling to the far north fulfills that dream of wilderness. The Anvik River Lodge, which can be found in a good Alaska fishing guide, provides comfort, privacy and amenities on the banks of the 120 mile Anvik, which is a tributary of the famous Yukon River. Guests are flown in from Anchorage on private flights. The accommodation includes private baths and a communal dining room, where fresh food including Alaska steak and King Crab are served. They can hope to catch Pacific Salmon, Northern Pike, white fish, shee fish and Arctic Char. There is also the exciting prospect of seeing grizzly bears, moose, otters, wolves, beavers and various species of birds.

If you would like to see some of our favourite fishing videos, visit the Watch Fishing website.