Alaska Fishing Trips Archives • Kenai River Drifters Lodge

30 09, 2020

Fishing in Alaska: Angler Etiquette 101
Fishing in Alaska: Angler Etiquette 101

Fishing in Alaska: Angler Etiquette 101

Whether you're sitting down at a posh restaurant or a raucous hockey game, etiquette is a universal attribute that will give you a better experience in any situation, and fishing in Alaska is no exception. From seasoned anglers to aspiring newbies, every fisherman and woman will benefit from the respect they receive for their courteous mannerisms. An Alaska fishing vacation with a Kenai charter is a rewarding endeavor, but several unwritten rules will help squeeze the most out of your adventure. After all, traveling to a remote destination with a Kenai River fishing guide is a bucket list item for [...]

28 08, 2020

Fishing in Alaska: An Elite Excursion
Fishing in Alaska: An Elite Excursion

Fishing in Alaska: An Elite Excursion

Do you yearn for blazing trails through an unscathed wilderness in search of coveted game fish? Are you hoping to experience fishing in Alaska in a way few people have? Then look no further than Kenai River Drifters Lodge. As a premier destination and an excellent place to finish the Alaskan fishing season, Drifters Lodge offers unrivaled accommodations with unfettered access to some of the best fisheries on the Kenai Peninsula. If escaping the crowds with an Alaskan fishing guide is your top priority, then we have you covered! To give you an idea of what to expect on your [...]

22 05, 2020

A Beginner’s Gear List for Fly Fishing in Alaska
A Beginner’s Gear List for Fly Fishing in Alaska

A Beginner’s Gear List for Fly Fishing in Alaska

Drifters Lodge has become a renowned destination for fly fishing, taking in visitors from all over the world, thanks in part to the abundance of trout and salmon and the pristine landscapes that make fly fishing in Alaska something every serious angler should experience. We want you to find out why Drifters is one of the best Alaska fishing lodges on the Kenai Peninsula, but first, we want to give you an idea of what you’ll need to get started. If you are reading this, there is probably a good chance that you’ve gone fishing with a typical rod and [...]

27 04, 2020

Drifters Lodge: Kenai River Fishing Guides
Drifters Lodge: Kenai River Fishing Guides

Drifters Lodge: Kenai River Fishing Guides

Fishing on the Kenai River is one of the most rewarding challenges every angler should undertake. However, with any new endeavor, there is a learning curve, and Alaska fishing is no different. Even if the Kenai River is your stomping grounds, you’ll want someone who has dedicated their life to finding and catching the highly coveted native salmon and rainbow trout. As much as we appreciated the willingness and desire for many anglers to “figure it out” on their own, we highly recommend hiring a fishing guide to maximize your Alaska fishing vacation. Let us provide you with four good [...]

3 01, 2020

Halibut Fishing in Alaska, a “Barn Door” Awaits!
Halibut Fishing in Alaska, a “Barn Door” Awaits!

Halibut Fishing in Alaska, a “Barn Door” Awaits!

Because limits on king salmon vary from year to year, more and more returning anglers are beginning to get a “taste” for halibut fishing in Alaska. While nothing compares to the feeling one obtains while wrangling a monster Chinook on the teal Kenai River, netting a slippery, 100-pound halibut in awe-inspiring Resurrection Bay is bound to be one of your life’s true high points. The folks here at Kenai River Drifters Lodge have tremendous relationships with several of the Kenai Peninsula’s finest captains. These world-renowned Alaska halibut fishing charters are available via upgrade along with a variety of other adventure-based [...]

7 10, 2019

Top 5 Alaska Fishing Trips
Top 5 Alaska Fishing Trips

Top 5 Alaska Fishing Trips

While the fishing season is sadly wrapping up here at Kenai River Drifters Lodge, there are still approximately three weeks left for spontaneous, last-minute Alaska fishing trips to the Kenai Peninsula. We typically begin packing everything away in mid-October when the temperatures reach undesirable levels, but there’s never a wrong time to book a well-deserved Kenai River fishing expedition for next year! We have the most experienced group of Kenai River fishing guides in the region, so you’re practically guaranteed to return home with 50 pounds of delicious salmon and stories that will last a lifetime. The 5 Best [...]