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With a land area of 586,412 square miles, not counting the Aleutian islands, Alaska is one-fifth the size of lower 48 states, and as Ken Schultz  notes in his chapter on Alaska  "Alaska is a bounty of more than 3,000 rivers, more than 3 million lakes, and some 34,000 miles of coastal shoreline — numbers that stagger the imagination, underscore the wealth of opportunities for anglers, and translate into some of North America’s premier fishing." A greater percentage of Alaskans fish than residents of any other state. Alaska features several different types of fishing. The two most popular are salmon fishing and halibut fishing. Other common types of fishing are saltwater fishing, fly fishing, and ice fishing. Fishermen have a variety of fish that they can catch including: Salmon, Trout, Northern Pike, Arctic Char, Dolly Varden, and Grayling. Fishing Licenses are required by law in Alaska for both residents and non-residents.
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The state of Alaska offers a variety of fishing including rivers, lakes, streams and rivers. In addition to major lakes, Alaska has over 3 million lakes that are more than 20 acres in size. There are fishing guides and charters to take you into unbelievable fishing waters and fly fishing like you've dreamed about.he major rivers in Alaska are the Yukon River, the Kuskokwim River, the Colville River and the Copper River. The Kuskokwim River is the longest river in Alaska at over 1,875 miles.
Alaska Lake Locations
Aleknagik lake is located on the Wood River in the south-west corner of the state. The fishing includes chum salmon, king salmon, sockeye (reds), silver salmon, dolly varden, artic char, rainbow trout, greyling and northern pike.
Becharof Lake is located at the head of the peninsula in the south-west corner of the state. Fishing in the lake and surrounding streams includes five species of Pacific salmon along with arctic grayling, dolly varden, trout, northern pike and burbot.
Lake Clark is located immediately north of the mouth of Cook Inlet. It is accessable by plane only. The fishing includes Arctic char, grayling, dolly varden, northern pike, lake trout, rainbow trout and five species of Pacific salmon.
Iliamna Lake is located 250 miles south-west of Anchorage, just north of Kamishak Bay. All access is by plane. The fishing is great for big rainbow trout, sockeye salmon, grayling, king salmon, dolly varden, northern pike, lake trout and silver salmon.
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Trout Fishing in Alaska
Find excellent trout fishing all across Alaska including Aleknagik Lake, Becharof Lake, Lake Clark, Iliamna Lake and many other lakes plus plenty of streams and rivers which hold nice populations of trout.
The Alaska state record cutthroat trout was caught in Wilson Lake. The Wulik River produced the Alaska state record dolly varden trout and Clarence Lake was home to the AK state record lake trout.
The 5 primary trouts are the rainbow, brook, brown, cutthroat and lake trout. Brown trout are considered the most difficult to catch and brookies are the easiest. Pure cold water is key to survival of the trouts and the brook trout is the most sensitive to temperature. The others are comfortable in slightly warmer waters.
Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss
Known for its tasty pink flesh, beauty and gameness, the rainbow trout is a favorite among the vast majority of trout fishing anglers. It also appeals to the fly fisherman as it can be tempted to take properly presented flies as well as other baits and lures. It feeds on small insects, minnows, crustaceans and worms. Rainbow trout fishing is fun for both sport and dining pleasures.
In waters that allow such migration the rainbow trout will remain in streams until it reaches 6" to 9" in length and then travel to lakes or oceans where it will bulk up and then return to the streams or rivers to spawn. Steelhead trout are rainbow trout which have adapted to the salt water environment. Fishing for steelhead is very similar to fishing for rainbows. However in winter the steelhead typically prefer spoons or bait rather than flies.
Lake Trout
Salvelinus namaycush
The lake trout is by far the largest of the trouts. It lives in deep cold lakes and is also known as Great Lakes trout, Mackinaw trout and salmon trout. It feeds on virtually all forms of flesh which abound in its home waters. Minnows, smelt, eels and any variety of small fishes are part of the lake trout's diet. It's rich flaky flesh makes it a tasty table favorite.
In early spring these fish can be taken in the lake shallows on dry flies, wet flies and other slow moving presentations. Once the surface waters warm the lake trout retreats to deep water where trolling with heavy tackle is the preferred method. Spoons and baitfish imitating lures worked near the bottom provide the best results. As summer warms the water, cowbells and other flashing devices trolled deep often can get you to the depth where the lake trout stalk.
Cutthroat Trout
Salmo clarki
Cutthroat trout flourish in cold mountain streams that eventually drain into the Pacific Ocean. It too can be taken on flies as well as other baits and lures. It primarily feeds on small insects, minnows, crustaceans and worms.
Cutthroat trout fishing is an angler favorite on big, fast-moving waters. Fly fishing is the preferred method but they can be caught on any number of minnow or grub imitating lures as well as an assortment of live bait offerings.
Salmon Fishing in Alaska
Find salmon fishing all across Alaska including Aleknagik Lake, Becharof Lake, Lake Clark, Iliamna Lake and many other lakes plus plenty of streams and rivers used by salmon for spawn runs. Plan a fly fishing trip to catch big salmon including king, chum, coho, pink and sockeye salmon.
The Alaska state record chinook salmon (king salmon) and the state record sockeye salmon were both caught from the Kenai River. The Moose River produced the AK state record pink salmon (humpback salmon).
5 Members of The Pacific Salmon Family
Pacific Salmon are born in and remain in freshwater streams for the early years of life. The number varies by specie. Afterward they migrate to the Pacific Ocean waters where they bulk up and prepare for their once in a lifetime spawning run up the freshwater stream where they were born. They will instinctively return to their birthplace, spawn and die. They are found in the streams which into the ocean and adjoining ocean waters of Northern California, Oregon and Washington. They have also been stocked in the Great Lakes with some success however the programs require continual stocking.
Chinook Salmon
Oncorhynchus tshawytscha
The largest of the Pacific Salmon, the chinook lives for 5 to 7 years and reaches a size well over 100 pounds.
Chum Salmon
Oncorhynchus keta
One of the smaller of the group the chum lives 3 to 5 years and seldom exceeds 10 pounds.
Pink Salmon
Oncorhynchus gorbuscha
The smallest of the Pacific Salmon the pink seldom tops 5 pounds and lives only 2 years.
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Oncorhynchus nerka
The sockeye lives 4 or 5 years and top weights seldom get to 8 pounds.
Coho Salmon
Oncorhynchus kisutch
Growing to a size in the 15 pound range, the coho salmon lives for three years in their journey to continue the propagation of their species. Average catch is in the 8 to 12 pound range.
Salmon Fishing
Salmon fishing is at it's best during the salmon runs which can occur as early as May in the north to July as you move southward. Often a late run may happen as late as October.
Once the water temperature drops to about 50 degrees in the fall the atlantic salmon begin their spawning rituals. Young salmon stay in the fresh water until their second or third spring when they make their way to the ocean.
The preferred method for catchin salmon is fly fishing. Depending on the activity level, salmon may be caught on wet or dry flies.
Alaska halibut fishing is on the rise in reputation with residents and non-residents equally. Halibut isn't only a prime eating fish, however they are huge! A two-fish limit can fill your and your neighbor's freezer with an adequate amount of the flaky, white meat to last the entire year. When you think about that halibut sells for approximately $7 a pound, it's no wonder that a lot of sports fishermen are finding that a tour for halibut more than pays for itself. And of course catching fish that may reach weights of four hundred-and pounds is fun.

Non-resident sports fishermen are really benefiting from the halibut . They really get pleasure from taking home many hundred pounds of superior, boneless fillets for BBQs, family outings, or just to give away to friends as a reminder of their Alaskan fishing adventure. These are anglers who sometimes have spent a week or more at a "full-service" Alaska fishing lodge, and instead of haul home a cooler-full of rainbow or salmon, they go for the less tasty halibut, as many like the oil-laden sockeye salmon.

Alaska halibut whereabouts are seasonal in description. The fish move into the shallow water areas to prey on the abundant marine life. In mid-July, the fish move out into deeper water, and in August, another small journey occurs into the shallow water areas. Biologists consider that halibut are in all probability feeding on the salmon carcasses that are being washed out to sea.

Like several marine species, halibut are opportunistic feeders, meaning they can inhale whatever is edible. But, our understanding has been that for optimum success, anglers should match the forage things for the realm fished. Biological studies show that predatory species are usually prey discerning, meaning if crabs are the predominant item in an area, and halibut are feeding on them, and also the crabs have hit a sweet tooth, halibut can continue to rummage around for crabs. Knowing such food items are yummy, they are not as wary when taking a crab-coloured lure as they may be when mouthing an unusual inducement.

Several sports fishermen prefer using circle hooks, especially if they're landing and releasing fish. The secret is to permit your Alaska halibut at least five to fifteen seconds to adjust the bait in its mouth. If you want to keep the Alaska halibut, chances are you are higher off using the J-hooks, particularly if the angler is susceptible to setting the hook without delay.

Anchoring is the most useful practice to utilize once halibut are discovered. Anchoring allows the bait to work out its bouquet down current, attracting halibut for a little distance. Being a predatory bottom feeder, halibut have keen olfactory nerves. Best baits include herring, squid, and octopus.

Alaska Fishing Report

If you’re planning a fishing trip to Alaska, you have some excellent choices for lakes and streams throughout the state including Aleknagik Lake, Becharof Lake, Lake Clark, Iliamna Lake, Tulugak Lake, Teshekpuk Lake, Iliamna Lake, Tazlina Lake, Klutina Lake, Nancy Lake and others. Many of the lakes in Alaska have camping facilities as well as other accommodations nearby. Alaska is well known for excellent Trout, Salmon and Northern Pike fishing.

Fishing is regulated in Alaska by the Fish & Game Department.

Trout Fishing in Alaska

Find excellent trout fishing all across Alaska including Aleknagik Lake, Becharof Lake, Lake Clark, Iliamna Lake and many other lakes plus plenty of streams and rivers which hold nice populations of trout.

The Alaska state record cutthroat trout was caught in Wilson Lake. The Wulik River produced the Alaska state record dolly varden trout and Clarence Lake was home to the AK state record lake trout.

The 5 primary trouts are the rainbow, brook, brown, cutthroat and lake trout. Brown trout are considered the most difficult to catch and brookies are the easiest. Pure cold water is key to survival of the trouts and the brook trout is the most sensitive to temperature. The others are comfortable in slightly warmer waters.

Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss

Known for its tasty pink flesh, beauty and gameness, the rainbow trout is a favorite among the vast majority of trout fishing anglers. It also appeals to the fly fisherman as it can be tempted to take properly presented flies as well as other baits and lures. It feeds on small insects, minnows, crustaceans and worms. Rainbow trout fishing is fun for both sport and dining pleasures.

In waters that allow such migration the rainbow trout will remain in streams until it reaches 6" to 9" in length and then travel to lakes or oceans where it will bulk up and then return to the streams or rivers to spawn. Steelhead trout are rainbow trout which have adapted to the salt water environment. Fishing for steelhead is very similar to fishing for rainbows. However in winter the steelhead typically prefer spoons or bait rather than flies.

Salmon Fishing in Alaska

Find salmon fishing all across Alaska including Aleknagik Lake, Becharof Lake, Lake Clark, Iliamna Lake and many other lakes plus plenty of streams and rivers used by salmon for spawn runs. Plan a fly fishing trip to catch big salmon including king, chum, coho, pink and sockeye salmon.

The Alaska state record chinook salmon (king salmon) and the state record sockeye salmon were both caught from the Kenai River. The Moose River produced the AK state record pink salmon (humpback salmon).

Fishing for other Northern Pike in Alaska.

Northern Pike
Esox Lucius
IFGA Record: 55.1 lbs
The northern pike is a valient fighter and prefers water temperatures from 58 to 70 degrees. Also known as jack, jackfish, great northern pike and pickerel. While they have been transplanted into most states with cold water, they are native to the northern states and are abundant in the north-eastern states. Northern pike are basically olive in color with white and/or yellow bellies. The northern pike has light-colored marking on a dark body whish is opposite that of their cousins the muskies.They are an ambushing predator that eats frogs, crayfish, birds and virtually any fish they can get into their mouth. Use spinners, fish-immitating lures, jerk-baits or cutbait and fish close to cover.

Alaska Fishing Regulations