If you are considering travel to Alaska in 2024, we encourage you to act sooner than later. You do have options, but availability will not last much longer as we near the New Year. Take a moment to review the lodges and their remaining dates on the Yellow Dog website, and give us a call to plan your next angling adventure to The Last Frontier!
BEAR TRAIL LODGE
Naknek River – King Salmon, Alaska
Bear Trail Lodge is located directly on the banks of the Naknek, a river that was once named the "#1 Rainbow Trout River in Alaska" by Fish Alaska Magazine. Serious big-trout enthusiasts consider the "Nak" to be one of the finest fisheries in the world. Bear Trail is an incredible lodge and program, offering flexible trip lengths for both trout and salmon fishing in the heart of Bristol Bay. Â
Dates available:
- June 20 – 27, 2024 (7 nights/days fishing)
- July 29 – 31, 2024 (3 nights/days fishing)
- September 21 – 27, 2024 (7 nights, days fishing. Can potentially do shorter package)
ALASKA RAINBOW ADVENTURES FLOAT TRIPS
Bristol Bay, Alaska
Alaska Rainbow Adventures is a float trip outfitter operating multi-day wilderness Alaska float fishing excursions. Here is your opportunity to experience the Alaskan wilderness like no other on some of the finest rivers in Western Alaska.
Kanektok River Float Trips:Â
Dates available ($6,995.00 per person):
- July 2 - 9, 2024Â - Eight days / Seven nights
- July 12 - 19, 2024Â - Eight days / Seven nights
- July 24 - 31, 2024 -Â Eight days / Seven nights
- August 21 - 27, 2024 -Â Seven days / Six nights
- August 29 - September 5, 2024 - Eight days / Seven nights (6 slots available)
- September 8 - 15, 2024 -Â Eight days / Seven nights
Goodnews River Float Trips:Â
Dates available ($6,995.00 per person):
- July 22 - July 29, 2024 - Eight Days / Seven Nights
- July 31 - August 6, 2024 Seven Days / Six Nights
- August 8 – 14, 2024 - Seven Days / Six Nights
- August 16 - 23, 2024 Eight Days / Seven Nights
- August 25 - September 1, 2024 - Eight Days / Seven Nights
ANIAK RIVER LODGE
Western Alaska
Aniak River Lodge is located in Western Alaska in the Kuskokwim River drainage. A main tributary to the Kuskokwim, the Aniak River is home to 10 different species of fish that are all targetable on the fly, and Aniak River Lodge is perfectly situated to allow easy access to all of them.
Dates available (7 nights/6 fishing days):
- June 28 – July 5, 2024 – 6 spots                      Â
- July 12 – 19, 2024 - 5 spots                                          Â
- July 19 – 26, 2024 – 1 spot                         Â
- July 26- August 2, 2024 – 6 spots                       Â
- Aust 2 – 9, 2024 2024 – 6 spots                            Â
- August 23 – 30 2024 – 4 spots                          Â
- August 30 – September 6, 2024 - 6 spots        Â
BOARDWALK LODGE
Southeast Alaska
Located approximately thirty minutes via float plane from Ketchikan, Alaska's Boardwalk Lodge sits on the Northeast corner of Prince of Wales Island and Alaska's famous Inside Passage. With this location, Boardwalk Lodge has access to one of Alaska's most diverse fisheries in the entire state – including world-class scenarios for numerous freshwater and saltwater species.
Dates available:
- Prime spring steelhead dates in April/May, 2024
- Window of June 1 - Jul 7, 2024 (large window but departure no later than July 7)
- Multiple windows in mid/late July through August, 2024 (any length of stay)
BRISTOL BAY LODGE
Lake Aleknagik, Alaska
Bristol Bay Lodge was founded in 1972 and has since earned a reputation as one of Alaska’s most established and renowned lodges. Sitting at the North end of Lake Aleknagik, Bristol Bay Lodge has direct access to the nation’s largest state park, Alaska’s Wood-TikChik Park.
Dates available:
- June 22 – 29, 2024 – 4 spots
- July 13 – 20, 2024 – 4 spots
- July 27 – August 3, 2024 – 8 spots - Family week kids any age 50% off!
- August 12 - 19, 2024 - 4 - 5 spots
- August 17 - 24, 2024 - 4 - 5 spots
- August 12 – 19, 2024 - 4 - 5 spots
CHROME CHASERS STEELHEAD FISHING
Wrangell, Alaska
Based out of Wrangell, Alaska, Chrome Chasers offers guests a unique opportunity culminating from over a decade of exploring the various rivers and streams in the region of Southeast Alaska. The sole purpose of that exploration being to target wild steelhead, saltwater species, and to show guests all that Southeast Alaska has to offer.
Dates available (6 nights/days):
- April 7 – 13, 2024: 2 spots
- April 28 - May 4, 2024: 2 spots
- May 5 – 11, 2024: 4 spots
- May 12 – 18, 2024: 4 spots
CHROME CHASERS FALL FISH & FORAGE
Wrangell, Alaska
In 2022, Chrome Chaser’s Owner and Operator decided to expand into a fall program offering the opportunity to target not only salmon, saltwater species, and sea trout in the rivers but to also learn how to forage the expansive Tongass National Forest. After your day of fishing, and foraging, you are able to prepare your dinner with your day’s catch.Â
Dates available (6 nights/days):
- July 28 – August 3, 2024: 4, 5 or 6 spots
- August 11 - 17, 2024: 4, 5 or 6 spots
- August 18 – 24, 2024: 4, 5 or 6 spots
- August 25 – 31, 2024: 4, 5 or 6 spots
- September 1 – 7, 2024: 4, 5 or 6 spots
GROSVENOR LODGE
Katmai National Park, Alaska
A remote and very private lodge operation located on the narrows between Grosvenor Lake and Colville Lake, Grosvenor Lodge is an intimate fishing operation accommodating a maximum of six anglers per week.
Dates available:
- June 9 – 12, 2024 (3 nights/days) – 4-6 spots
- June 9 – 16, 2024 (7 nights/days) – 4-6 spots
- June 12 – 16, 2024 (4 nights/days) – 4-6 spots
- June 16 – 19, 2024 (3 nights/days) – 4-6 spots
- June 16 – 23, 2024 (7 nights/days) – 4-6 spots
- June 19 – 23, 2024 (4 nights/days) – 4-6 spots
- June 23 – 26, 2024 (4 nights/days) – 2 spots
- July 3 – 7, 2024 (4 nights/days) – 4 spots
- August 11 – 14, 2024 (3 nights/days) – 4-6 spots
- August 11 – 18, 2024 (7 nights/days) – 4-6 spots
- August 14 – 18, 2024 (4 nights/days) – 4-6 spots
- August 25 – 28, 2024 (3 nights/days) – 4-6 spots
- August 25 – September 1, 2024 (4 nights/days) – 4-6 spots
KULIK LODGE
Katmai National Park, Alaska
Alaska’s very first fly-in sportfishing operation, historic Kulik Lodge is situated on the banks of the Kulik River — easily one of the top trout rivers in the world. One of Yellow Dog’s longtime favorite Alaskan programs and great for anyone looking for a great lodge and team, flexible trip lengths and add-on fly-outs to world class rivers in Bristol Bay.
Dates available:
- June 11 – 15, 2024 (4 nights/days)
- June 22 – 25, 2024 (3 nights/days) – 4 spots
- June 22 – 29, 2024 (7 nights/days) – 2 spots
- June 25 – 29, 2024 (4 nights/days) – 2 spots
- June 29 – July 2, 2024 (3 nights/days) – 4 spots
- July 6 – 9, 2024 (3 nights/days) – 2 spots
- July 9 – 13, 2024 (4 nights/days) – 2 spots
- September 7 – 10, 2024 (3 nights/days) – 6 spots
- September 14 – 17, 2024 (3 nights/days) – 4 spots
- September 14 – 21, 2024 (7 nights/days) – 2 spots
- September 17 – 21, 2024 (4 nights/days) – 2 spots
- September 21 – 24, 2024 (3 nights/days) – 8 spots
- September 21 – 28, 2024 (7 nights/days) – 6 spots
- September 24 – 28, 2024 (4 nights/days – 6 spots
MIDNIGHT SUN TROPHY PIKE ADVENTURES
Yukon Drainage, Alaska
Midnight Sun Trophy Pike Adventures is a long-time Yellow Dog favorite for any angler looking for some of the best Northern Pike fishing found anywhere in the world. MSTPA fishes more than 350 river miles of the remote Yukon Drainage and they are the only ones operating throughout this entire fishery.Â
Dates available:
- June 8 – 15, 2024 – 4 anglers, private boat!
- June 22 – 29, 2024, 4 anglers, private boat!
- August 24 – 31,2024 - 4 anglers, private boat!
MISSION LODGE
Lake Aleknagik, Alaska
Located on the banks of picturesque Aleknagik Lake near Dillingham, Mission Lodge is hands-down one of the nicest, best-run operations in Alaska. In a region loaded with fishing options, Mission’s fishing program covers an area up to 120 miles in every direction with the daily use of three De Havilland Beaver floatplanes (Daily fly-outs are included in all weekly packages).
Dates available:
- June 28 – July 5, 2024: 4 spots
- July 12 – 19, 2024: 4 spotsÂ
- July 26 – 30, 2024: 2-4 spots
NO SEE UM LODGE
Kvichak River, Alaska
One of Yellow Dog’s all-time favorite fly-out operations, No See Um Lodge sits directly on the banks of Alaska’s famous Kvichak River, surrounded by thousands of miles of pristine waters, rugged wilderness, and world-class fishing. One of the top fly-out lodges and fishing programs you can find anywhere in the world of freshwater angling!
Dates available (7 nights/6 fishing days):
- Rare, prime season dates STILL available! Contact Yellow Dog for details.
OUTPOST ON THE NUSH
Nushagak River – Southwestern Alaska
One of the smallest, most remote and most fishing focused programs we have found anywhere in Alaska. This is a high-value, wilderness camp operation focused on fly fishing in a pristine, isolated wilderness setting of the Upper Nushagak River. Some of the fishiest guides anywhere in Alaska that like to fish hard and show you a true Alaskan wilderness fishing experience.
Dates available (7 nights/6 fishing days):
- June 20 – 27, 2024
- July 4 – 11, 2024
- September 5 – 12, 2024
RIVERSONG LODGE
Lake Creek Area, Alaska
Located on the banks of the Yentna River and the confluence of Lake Creek – approximately 70 air miles northwest of Anchorage – sits beautiful Riversong Lodge. Accessible by floatplane only, Riversong is one of our favorite destinations for a trip to a remote area of Alaska offering great fishing and an overall experience that will leave even the most seasoned travelers and anglers satisfied. Easy to get to, great guides and team and one of the more flexible options in Alaska.
Dates available:
- June 11-13, 2024 – 6 spots
- June 28 -July 3, 2024 – 6 spots
- July 20 – 24, 2024 – 6 - 10 spots
- August 2 – 8, 2024 – 6 – 10 spots
- August 26-31, 2024 – 6 - 10 spotsÂ
THE LODGE AT 58 NORTH
Naknek River, Alaska
Located in the heart of Bristol Bay, The Lodge at 58 North is owned by longtime guides and outfitters, Kate and Justin Crump. We consider this a great option for anglers and travelers looking for a true Alaskan experience and incredible fishing opportunities with one of the most seasoned guide teams in the entire state – all for a very reasonable price. Located on the banks of the world-renowned Naknek River, guests have access to amazing home water fishing for trout and salmon, as well as options for daily fly-outs to remote fisheries throughout the Bristol Bay region.
Dates available:
- June 13 – 18, 2024 (5 nights/4 days) – 8 spots
- July 14 – 20, 2024 (6 nights/days) – 8 spots
- August 11 – 17, 2024 (6 nights/days) – 4 spots
- September 2 – 7, 2024 (5 nights/days) – 2 spots
- October 6 – 12, 2024 (6 nights/days) – 8 spots
TORDRILLO MOUNTAIN LODGE
Denali Region, Alaska
Tordrillo Mountain Lodge is one of our top locations in Alaska for families, couples, and kids, offering incredible food, high-end accommodations, great home-water fishing, and a large line-up of non-angling activities to complement the fishing.Â
Dates available:
- July 8 - 12, 2024 (4 nights/days)
- July 15 - 19, 2024 (4 nights/days)
- July 19 - 22, 2024 (3 nights/days)
- July 22 - 26, 2024 (4 nights/days)Â - 6 spots
- July 26 - 29, 2024 (3 nights/days) - 2 spots
- July 29 - August 5,2024 (7 nights/days)
- August 5 - 9, 2024 (4 nights/days)
- Window of August 23 - Sept 13, 2024 (3,4 or 7 night stays available)
