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7
Aug
2008

Alaska fishing trips are some of the hottest adventure travel opportunities in the world. The state comprises more than 585,000 square miles pristine coastline, glaciers, forests and volcanoes. The fish are always super-sized and the getting is always good.

So, for three trips that could appeal to any fisherman – the family trip, the friend’s adventure or the angler, keep reading.

A Family Adventure – Emerald Pines Lodge in Homer, Alaska

You can find the beautiful, family-oriented Emerald Pines Lodge just above Kachemak Bay.

Kachemak Bay offers world-class Alaska fishing trips for king salmon, Alaskan halibut, rainbow trout and Arctic char – some of the best on the planet. For a six-night package, rates typically hover around $2850 per adult with a 50 percent discount for children. The lodge is also all-inclusive. That means you just need to pack your toiletries and clothes.

Copper River Valley and Fishing Excitement

The Klutina River has some of the most plentiful king salmon fishing in the world. Anglers will do battle with 30- to 50-pound king salmons that are hooked in a current which pushes along at 5 to 15 mph. The rapids and flow are fast, meaning you have to fish quickly and efficiently. Alongside volcanoes and mountains, this is some of the wildest fishing in the world.

In addition to testing your fishing skills on the mighty Klutina, you can also explore nearby Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, the biggest preserve in the United States. Between your fishing vacations or after a long day, you can simply relax and take in the majestic view.

The best months are between June and September, but July is the optimal time for fishing King Salmon. Recommended companies include the Copper River Salmon Charters, Kennicott Glacier Lodge and the Orca Adventure Lodge.

The Remote Angler’s Adventure – Middleton Island

Angling in Alaska’s blue waters is about strength of both mind and body. On Middleton Island, just 90 miles north of Seward, the average halibut ranges from 80 to 160 pounds. The fishing is considered some of the best in the world.

The best time for Middleton, Alaska fishing expeditions is June through September. The average cost is typically $750 per angler for two days of fishing. Chartered trips can be arranged through Cracker Jack Charters.

Whether young or old, experienced or novices, people who venture to Alaska for fishing opportunities seldom return home disappointed. An individual could commit just a few relaxing days or a calendar month on the sunny waters in Alaska and still want more. The choices referenced above will no doubt be a lot of fun, but there are plenty of great options from which to select.

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