All-Inclusive Fishing Trips
Welcome to the Kenai Riverside Fishing program at Kenai Riverside Lodge, your destination for incredible Alaska fishing experiences. Kenai Riverside Fishing is part of Alaska Wildland Adventures, a long-time operator of guided fishing trips since 1977. We fish from early June through late September, and our trips explore the world-famous Kenai River for freshwater species, like silver salmon, sockeye salmon, rainbow trout and Dolly Varden. We also offer special fishing offerings inside Resurrection Bay for halibut, king salmon and silver salmon. Whether you are a seasoned angler or a first time fisherman, we’ll put you on the fish!
Amazing Fishing Opportunities
With over a million salmon returning to the Kenai River each year, we’ve picked up a thing or two about their favorite haunts. While we focus on the upper Kenai River and Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, our guides follow the fish from the time they enter the river all the way to their resting place. Sockeye, silver, and rainbow trout fishing ebbs and flows across these 82 river miles, and our guides have a knack for the when-and-where that makes fishing the Kenai so spectacular. Optional upgrades to fish for halibut, silver and king salmon in Resurrection Bay out of Seward are an awesome saltwater fishing experience with incredible scenery and wildlife viewing as a bonus. Our guides are friendly, knowledgeable, and will outfit you with top-quality fishing equipment and gear to maximize your chances of fishing success!
Flexible Itineraries and Activities
Our itineraries are flexible to accommodate the needs and interests of your group or family. From groups that are 100% focused on fishing to those who want to mix in other activities such as hiking, sightseeing, or rafting, we can create an itinerary to match the interests of everyone in your party.
Our fishing itineraries are flexible to accommodate the needs and interests of your group. Regardless of the trip length you choose, your package includes round trip transportation from Anchorage to Kenai Riverside Lodge. We’ll pick you up in the afternoon of your arrival day and bring you to the lodge, and on your departure day, join us for breakfast and then we’ll take you back to Anchorage.
Depending on your chosen fishing package, on days 2 – 7 of your trip, you’ll fish up to eight hours per day with our friendly, professional guides. No matter what season your choose, we’ll maximize your fishing to make the most of your stay with us! Your fishing options will be scheduled in advance of your visit to ensure you’re getting a chance at your targeted species.
Below you’ll find a sample of our most popular 5 day/6 night itinerary. Your perfect fishing vacation can be customized from 2 day/3 night to 7 day/8 night+, and can include non-fishing days of hiking and rafting if you want to explore more of the Kenai Peninsula.
All of our packages are available early June through mid-to-late September. Every day is a fishing day with us, so if you plan a 6 day/7 night package, you’ll fish for 6 days.
All of our packages include transportation to/from Anchorage; private cabin accommodations; meals; fishing instruction; top-quality tackle including the best producing bait, lures and flies; top-quality fishing gear including rubberized rain gear, chest waders and boots, and U.S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices; and fish processing/vacuum packing and boxing. Trip price does not include Kenai Borough tax, fishing license, beer, wine, gratuities to staff or cost of shipping fish.
2 days/3 nights: $2,450 per person
3 days/4 nights: $3,525 per person
If you are short on time but want excellent Alaska fishing, our shorter packages are just right. Many guests find these packages pair well with other lodge stays or itineraries. Fish for salmon, rainbow trout and Dolly Varden.
4 days/5 nights: $4,450 per person
Chase kings or silvers and float the upper Kenai for rainbow trout, Dolly Varden and in-season salmon.
5 days/6 nights: $5,450 per person
This is our most popular package! Chase kings or silvers and float the upper Kenai for rainbow trout, Dolly Varden and in-season salmon. Ask us about upgrade options to Resurrection Bay!
6 days/7 nights: $6,425 per person
Experience the best of Alaska fishing in this week-long package. You’ll have plenty of time to fish for the in-season species of salmon, rainbow trout and Dolly Varden. Complement your freshwater experience with an included day trip into Alaska’s productive marine waters in search of huge Pacific halibut.
7 days/8 nights: $7,295 per person
Experience the best of Alaska fishing in just over a week. You’ll have plenty of time to fish for the in-season species of salmon, rainbow trout and Dolly Varden. Enjoy an included day of deep water ocean fishing for enormous Pacific halibut.
Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Solo supplement, add 25% to cost of double. For Triple and Quad occupancy (when available), deduct $25.00 per person/per night. For example, if three people share a room for a 4 Day/5 Night trip, each person will deduct $125 (which is 5 nights x $25) from their trip cost. Kenai Borough Tax varies based on the number in your party and the number of nights you stay with us. The exact tax will be quoted when you make your reservation. State of Alaska Fishing licenses are not included in the package price and must be purchased directly from the State.
Your fishing home base is Kenai Riverside Lodge, located on the upper banks of the Kenai River in Southcentral Alaska. Kenai Riverside Lodge is in the heart of some of Alaska’s most productive fishing country. We are two hours south of Anchorage in the scenic town of Cooper Landing, Alaska.
Our newly renovated log lodge is the perfect place to enjoy a fine meal and trade stories at the day’s end. Cozy guest cabins are nestled in the trees surrounding the main lodge, each exhibiting the rustic charm of an Alaskan pioneer cabin (as well as the modern comforts of heat, electricity and a private bath). Cabins also feature private front porches and Adirondack chairs. Only a few paces away from your cabin door, you’ll find the upper Kenai River – the best in sockeye salmon, silver salmon, rainbow trout and Dolly Varden fishing.
In addition to trophy fishing with our expert guides, there will be many opportunities to relax with a pint of Alaska micro brew or a glass of wine in our lounge. After dinner, many guests gather on the spacious riverside deck to trade fishing tales or relax in the wood-fired sauna.
Delicious food is an integral part of your vacation experience, and we work hard to ensure it’s a phenomenal one! Our chefs return year after year, and they put time and love into every meal. We can accommodate food allergies when made aware in advance.
Each morning, you’ll wake up to a hot breakfast buffet before heading out on the water. You might walk in to the aroma of hot blueberry pancakes, bacon, fresh fruit, coffee and tea. Your made-to-order lunch will already be on the boat. No need to worry about having enough coffee for these early mornings: your boat comes fully equipped with coffee, juice and other soft drinks, plus plenty of snacks for the rest of the day. In the evening you’ll come home to a four-course meal, served family-style in our lodge.
Payment Policies
We accept personal checks and major credit cards.
| Payment Schedule: | Amount Due per Person: |
| 121+ days prior to departure: | $1,000 or 50% of trip total, whichever is less |
| 120 to 61 days: | 50% of total |
| Within 60 days: | 100% of total |
Reservations made within 60 days of departure must be guaranteed with a credit card. Late payments may result in releasing your reservation and rebooking will be subject to availability. Cancellation fees apply. Upon receipt of your initial deposit, we will mail you written confirmation and a travel insurance application. Kenai Borough Tax varies based on the number of nights you stay with us. Seasonal fuel surcharges, when applicable, are not included in trip price and are subject to change prior to trip departure.
Cancellation Policy
Our policies go into effect at the time of book and upon receipt of deposit. Written cancellations and changes must be received in our reservations office to be valid. Non-appearance for program will result in no refund. We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance.
If the cancellation or change occurs:
| 121+ days prior to departure: | The fee is $300 or 10% of trip total, per person, whichever is less |
| 120 to 91 days: | The fee is $600 or 20% of trip total, per person, whichever is less |
| 90 to 46 days: | 50% of total trip cost, per person |
| Within 45 days: | 100% of total trip cost, per person |
Refunds
No refunds will be made on individual features, transfers or sightseeing voluntarily omitted by the participant. No refunds for unused services will be issued. Our tours operate rain or shine; see our Notes About Weather for more details. Refunds for cancelled flights or any services reserved outside of Alaska Wildland Adventures will be made in accordance with the rules of the carrier.
Travel Protection
We recommend that you purchase a travel protection plan to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. Travel protection plans can include coverage for Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, Emergency Medical and Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation, Trip Delay, Baggage Delay and more.
Alaska State Fish and Game Bag Limits
Alaska Wildland Adventures and Kenai Riverside Fishing strictly adhere to all regulations pertaining to restrictions, harvest, and catch and release limits of all fish species as mandated by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game. From time to time, we may establish even stricter company policies with regard to catch limits and catch and release if it is deemed to follow best practices for the continued sustainability of certain species. In these situations, company policy shall supersede state regulations, and these policies may be implemented at any time, even during the course of the current season, depending upon the species and the situation.
We believe this approach is in the best interest of the conservation and perpetuation of Alaska’s fish populations and the surrounding ecosystem upon which fish species depend. Upon booking a fishing trip with us, you agree to comply with these policies.
Please visit Our Policies for additional information.