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13 11, 2020

Give the Gift of an Alaskan Fishing Trip
Give the Gift of an Alaskan Fishing Trip

Give the Gift of an Alaskan Fishing Trip

The holiday season is no longer around the corner; it's at the front door! Although many seem to know what to get everyone on their list, you might find yourself spending a great deal of time trying to figure out the perfect present for the angler in your life. Whether it be a spouse, friend, or relative, an Alaskan fishing trip is an unforgettable adventure they'll cherish for a lifetime. Not only will you be affording them the opportunity to catch king salmon and other highly coveted game fish, but also a life-changing experience. From fly fishing on the Kenai [...]

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 [...]

29 02, 2020

Plan an Alaska Rafting Adventure at Drifters Lodge
Plan an Alaska Rafting Adventure at Drifters Lodge

Plan an Alaska Rafting Adventure at Drifters Lodge

Spring’s arrival is so close that the locals can practically feel the early-morning fog, hear the native birds singing in unison, and see the legions of salmon rushing through the Kenai River. For good reason, there’s a ton of buzz about the upcoming salmon fishing season at Kenai River Drifters Lodge as the peninsula is one of the world’s preeminent fish-based destinations on the planet. Anglers are unlikely to stumble upon a more idyllic location for a week of king-sized salmon battles than the Kenai and Kasilof rivers. However, the Kenai Peninsula is also an ultra-popular landing place for nature [...]

5 02, 2020

Guided Alaska Hiking Trips with Drifter’s Lodge
Guided Alaska Hiking Trips with Drifter’s Lodge

Guided Alaska Hiking Trips with Drifter’s Lodge

In 2018, we briefly touched on our guided Alaska hiking trips into jaw-dropping Chugach National Forest, such as Hope Point, Slaughter Gulch, and Crescent Lake. Today, however, we’re going to discuss foraging, birdwatching, guiding services, and the 10 best hikes in Alaska, according to personal experience and guest reviews. During the warmer seasons, Kenai River Drifter’s Lodge is the premier adventure-based hub in Cooper Landing, Alaska, as we offer everything from world-class Kenai River salmon fishing to glacier cruises near Seward. And, as you might expect, hiking is a popular alternative to salmon fishing for many adventurers. Alaska Hiking Trips [...]

10 12, 2019

The Best Summer Dog Sled Tours in Alaska
The Best Summer Dog Sled Tours in Alaska

The Best Summer Dog Sled Tours in Alaska

As snowflakes continue to descend from the sky, the team here at Kenai River Drifter’s Lodge is left daydreaming of next year’s fishing season. There’s no better time to research, book, and plan a long-awaited, well-deserved Alaska fishing trip than the cozy winter months. And, of course, Drifter’s Lodge is so much more than just the top-reviewed Cooper Landing fishing charter. Anglers and adventurers alike can meticulously (and effortlessly) piece together a fully-customizable excursion to the Kenai Peninsula—that includes an accommodation, all meals, unlimited fishing, and a wide variety of wilderness activities, such as dog sledding. Because of the dramatic [...]

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 [...]